Catharina Steel
Merrows, Mermaids, and Selkies
The post explores Irish folklore surrounding merrows, mythical sea creatures resembling mermaids and mermen, and their need for an enchanted cap to venture onto land. It describes their physical traits, contrasting personalities, and legends, alongside selkies, who transform between seals and humans, showcasing a similar cultural significance in mythology.
A Blog Series on Mythical Creatures
Brownies, brownies, brunaidhs, hobs, bwbaches, fenodyrees, lares, and menehunes are all helpful household mythical creatures.
Exploring the Mythical Unicorns Across Cultures
Unicorns are commonly portrayed as mystical entities of benevolence, capable of discerning whether a person or creature is virtuous or malevolent. Their horns are frequently believed to possess magical healing abilities. This mythical being often resembles a horse with a single horn positioned on their forehead. There is also a variant that features wings.
Manuscript Outlining for Pantsers
Learning how to outline as a pantser is no easy task, but you’ll be glad you did as it will take your writing to the next level.
Fantasy Writing and Research
The one thing I thought I wouldn’t need to worry about when I started writing adventure-fantasy novels was research. After all – I’m writing in… Read More »Fantasy Writing and Research
Library Legal & Donating
As a self-published author, it’s up to me to ensure I’m aware, and understand, all the legal requirements of an author. Australian Legal Requirements Since… Read More »Library Legal & Donating
Magic: Real or Fantasy?
I believe in magic, but not in the way most people perceive it. Do you believe in magic? The common meaning of the word magic… Read More »Magic: Real or Fantasy?