English Mythology

Two stories from Vedic literature. The first is Nala and Damayanti, a magical love story set in Ancient India, taken from the Mahabharata. It was told by a sage to King Yudhisthira to assuage his sorrow when he was first exiled into the forest. The king had asked, “Who has suffered more than I?”, and the sage said, “Listen to the tale of Nala and Damayanti.” The second story is about King Rukmangada, a great monarch whose adherence to virtue was tested severely by the gods, who gave him the choice of either killing his son or abandoning truth. By his adherence to the sacred Ekadashi...

While mythologies of other nations found their way and became popular and well know globally, Serbian mythology, in many aspects more beautiful and much richer than any other system of belief stayed largely unknown outside the borders of Serbia. This book is a modest try to introduce wider public to rich and beautiful world of the animal cults in which my ancestors believed respected and practced, and some people keep that tradition alive even today.

"Previously published as Modern Witchcraft Guide For Beginners by Sybil Shawn" Are you looking for a guide to help you start practicing modern witchcraft and natural magic? Are you willing to learn practical magical practices that will bring positive changes into your life and the lives of those around you? If the answer is “YES”, then keep reading, because this is the book that you were looking for. ★★★ Watch the video on the author's page! ★★★ Witchcraft is a magical practice that helps people to connect with their spiritual strength which is something we all have inside ...

Bridget Blade survived an explosion and has absorbed radiation equivalent to a nuclear blast. Yet she survived and now her body has become an object of research interest to many international governments who seek its untold biological secrets. The truth is that Bridget is a reincarnated god with an insatiable desire for adoration. But she’s also human, plagued by a myriad of insecurities and anxieties, who just wants love and acceptance. As human or god, she relishes her life with the two men who love her. But the two men offer different things. If Bridget chooses her husband, then ...

The Bock Saga is the story of mankind as passed down through the generations of the Bock family, whom, according to Ior Bock, was the keeper of an ancient oral tradition that sheds light on the time period from the beginning of prehistory -- also called "Paradiset" -- to the present time. It begins with the first two people dwelling on this earth and ends with the untimely and tragic death of Ior Bock in 2010. It covers a huge time span and an enormous number of events have taken place since then. The Bock Saga narrates this all in great detail. It is, in short, an enormous story…

An epic, coming-of-age adventure set in a frozen fantasy land of myths and legends. Following the invasion of the frost giants into the northern province of Aeblegarden, Bjorn was taken into the service of Jarl Jun to begin proper training as a warrior. After all, the Giant-Slayer needed to be able to live up to his name... Right? More and more, though, Bjorn began to feel that the title was a mistake, and that he really was just a fisherman from the sea. When the province of Essetoft manages to trick Bjorn and exposes his lack of prowess with a sword, Jarl Jun sends him north to keep him ...

The King of the Dead claims his mortal bride on Halloween night... An unforgettable paranormal fairy tale from Tabatha Kiss! My parents promised my soul to a god. But he wants my heart instead. I’ve felt him. My whole life, I’ve felt him. That touch on the back of my neck in an empty room. That sound on the wind of someone saying my name. That sinking feeling of eyes watching me in the dark. I told myself I was crazy. It was just nerves. My imagination playing tricks. But he was there. Watching. Listening. Waiting. Until now. This title was originally published in the Cards of Love ...

Voted Book Hippo's Best Paranormal Romance of 2014, the Godhunter Series continues! Is the Godhunter becoming a god? Vervain Lavine finally has a moment to relax. She's defeated Aphrodite, reclaiming the magic that the goddess stole from humans. Now the Godhunter holds the powers of Love, Sex, War, and Victory inside her but she's not really sure if that makes her a goddess. She is fairly certain that she's still mortal, but her new immortal boyfriend, Thor, doesn't seem to be worried about it. What he is worried about is Vervain's bond to a werewolf Prince, and the fact that said Prince is...

Gold Medalist in Children's Mythology/Fairy Tale - 2021 Reader's Favorite Awards “If you’re into secret societies, time-travel, dangerous artifacts, deadly assassins, evil priests, and vengeful gods then I’ve got a story for you...” Anastasia and Edward Upston are eleven year old twins who are different in almost every way. Despite this they are inseparable and the best of friends. They tackle the highs and lows of sixth grade together whether they are fending off bullies at the elite Blake Academy or examining rare antiquities at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. Then: ...

Hear the entire audiobook read to you by renowned author Dr. Louis Markos in the comfort of your own home, car, or while you are on the go. Join Dr. Markos on an unparalleled adventure for the modern Christian! In the spirit of C. S. Lewis, whose own acceptance of Christ hinged on his understanding that Christ is the myth becoming fact, The Myth Made Fact: Reading Greek and Roman Mythology Through Christian Eyes mines wisdom of eternal value from the great storehouses of Greek and Roman mythology and traces the links that bind those myths to the Bible and the Christian life.

Professional storytellers Richard Alan Young and Judy Dockrey Young have scoured the Ozarks to collect these authentic stories. They spin culturally reflective stories that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, including: "The Meanest Man in Arkansaw", "The Cold-Trailing Coon Dog", "The Blacksnake Lie", "What the Doctor Said", "The 17-Minute Sermon", and more.

Hideous Monster. Beast. Menace to all. Many names have been applied to Medusa of Piraeus. All were wrong. The one true label that Medusa bears is that of victim. Cursed by the cruel Goddess Athena while attempting to offer an olive tree at the Parthenon, Medusa finds herself hunted by those who fear her. Fleeing Athens she struggles to survive the wilds of Hellas while bearing the curse of a Gorgon. Alone in a cave she manages to thrive until that fateful day she meets Perseus… Medusa is a reimagining of the story around the character with a realistic spin on the mythology of Ancient Greece.

Let us take you back in time, when the Norse people lived in an enchanted and sacred world—a time famously shrouded in mystery, magic, and witchcraft. Norse Paganism has survived the centuries, the rise and fall of empires, and the introduction of new religions. More than just a religion, it is also a way of life to help one lead a fulfilling existence…and every person, no matter their race, religion, or culture is welcome. History Brought Alive provides you with a single credible source detailing Norse Paganism.

Explore captivating Native American myths.

Once upon a time, a young woman attended a Ball hosted by a Prince. Although she was attired in a fancy gown, and wearing glass slippers, by midnight she would flee in rags and missing a shoe. As the tale of olde goes, she marries the Prince, however, this story doesn't end in Happily Ever After, because her name isn't Cinderella. No, this woman is called Pandora, and this is certainly no fairytale.

Princess Anna's quest for a flower leads to an intriguing deal with an ice dragon and a journey into magical realms, where fate weaves its frosty tale of true love. Princess Anna, driven by curiosity, ventures too close to Frostfell's icy domain in pursuit of a rare frostbloom lily. There, she encounters the formidable ice dragon, who strikes a deal: in exchange for a single flower, she must retrieve a tome from her kingdom's library detailing the whereabouts of The Snowflake Pendant. Oblivious to the consequences, Anna agrees. Little did Princess Anna know that her innocent curiosity had ...

A new PWF adventure series from Heloise Hull, the author of Making Midlife Magic. For those who like their rosé chilled and their demons hot! The last time the police knocked on my door, I lost my husband. Now they’re back, and this time, it’s about my mother. She’s fine, for now, but her mind is failing her fast and her body isn’t far behind. As usual, she refuses my help, so I reluctantly agree to visit her homeland one last time, a tiny village in Southern France. The healing waters of Lourdes are world-renown, and that's before I’ve infused them with my own magic. I’ve ...

Before you find yourself—you’ll have to wander through the stories that shaped you. In the fourth volume of The Creative Works of Mr. Joe, Joseph Santiago invites you into a space where memory, myth, and imagination blur—where genre bends, and the self reveals itself in unexpected ways. Told through a kaleidoscope of flash fiction, short stories, and lyrical essays, these works explore the invisible threads that shape our lives: the fears we silence, the joy we nearly miss, and the rituals we invent to stay human. With a voice both vulnerable and sharp, Santiago weaves sci-fi ...

In the next installment of the Happily Harem After Series, Snow White, Goldilocks, The Wizard of Oz, and Sleeping Beauty are retold with a reverse harem twist. Four classic tales, four brave women, and far too many sexy men to count. If you haven't read reverse harem before, this book will convert you.

Rediscover the magic, mystery, and wonder of Hawaii's legendary past with Hawaiian Mythology Collection II. Immerse yourself in the ancient stories that have been passed down through generations and experience the timeless appeal of these enchanting tales.