Flashlore
A showcase of short folklore highlights, so quick to read they’re a FLASH! Also available to guest writers, to store their well-researched and original snippets.
Featured Articles
Our in-house articles discussing superstition and its intersection with psychology and creativity, to reveal how folklore can influence and inspire human connection.
Folklore Ethics and Authenticity: The Curious Case of Joan Wytte, the Fighting Fairy Woman of Bodmin
In which the cat explores the relevance of the ‘authentic’ in folklore and its ethics, introducing the concept of ‘forced knowledge’ to discuss the challenges of authenticity, and how this…
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There and Not Back Again: The Ethos of Superstition Sam
In which the human behind the cat returns, setting new research goals and dreams for the future (one that hopefully does not involve the evil segregation machine that has become…
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For The Rest Of Us, There Is Only Chaos: A Writing Prompt Tale From #OfDarkAndMacabre
Hello, friends! If you used to follow us on Twitter, you will probably recall that we often interacted with other accounts, such as Of Dark And Macabre (now @DarkArtsLore on…
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Folklore in Museums
Superstition Sam’s adventures in Museums, looking for collections related to folklore, superstitions, and Intangible Cultural Heritage!
Folklore in Museums: Lessons in Community and Collaboration from the Gwithti An Pystri
In which the cat provides an update on their last visit to the Gwithti An Pystri museum, highlighting how the curator’s availability to add extra information to their exhibit can…
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Folklore in Museums: Horse Brass & Horseshoes
Welcome back to Folklore in Museums! After the success of our first four posts in August 2022 in collaboration with the Folklore Museums Network, we have decided to continue looking…
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Folklore in Museums: Objects of Tailors, Spinners & Weavers
Welcome to our fourth blog post in this Folklore in Museums series. This month, we are collaborating with Dr Peter Hewitt from the Folklore Museums Network, who has selected an…
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Folklore Favourites
A collection of inspiring projects and community initiatives, showcasing the dedication of fellow folklorists in celebrating and sharing cultural traditions.
Folklore Favourites – Literary Lore Edition: Hallowed Ground, The Folklore of Churches and Churchyards
In which the cat reviews Hallowed Ground: The Folklore of Churches & Churchyards by Mark Norman — a new title published by Crossed Crow Books, an emerging Chicago-based publisher specialising…
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Folklore Favourites – Literary Lore Edition: Cornish Folk Tales of Place (Mid and West Cornwall)
In which the cat reviews Cornish Folk Tales of Place: Mid and West Cornwall by Anna Chorlton; the second in a two-part series collecting and retelling traditional Cornish stories, published…
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Folklore Favourites: Wyrd Zine
In which the cat speaks to Will and Claire, founders of Wyrd Zine, to discuss how folklore and the occult have influenced their practice — as well as what hopes…
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Guest Blog
A diverse array of articles contributed by guest writers, celebrating folklore, myths and legends from across the globe.
GUEST BLOG: Avittam – The Demon Star
We’re back with another Guest Blog article, exploring the skies and constellations according to Indian folklore, with a new contributor: Tanvi Singh! If you would like to submit your own…
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GUEST FICTION: A Flemish Fairy Tale Retelling – The Man Who Needed Good Luck
Welcome back to another Guest Blog! This time, with a slightly different format… How many times have you heard superstitions so outlandish, they almost sounded like they were made up?…
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GUEST BLOG: Witches and Wizards of the Faroe Islands
We’re back with another Guest Blog article, exploring the wild landscapes and tales of the Faroe Islands with one of our regular contributors, Natalja Saint-Germain! If you would like to…
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