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Once Upon Another Time: 6 Retellings You Should Add to Your To-Be-Read List

Posted on November 19, 2021| Posted in Promos and Giveaways, Book Collection

Retelling old stories in new ways by making it more relevant and relatable that fit contemporary needs could be more attractive for readers, especially teens and children. Here are 8 books that found new relevance in old tales.

Folktales from Around the World to Read for Children and the Kids-at-Heart

Posted on October 5, 2021| Posted in Featured, Book Collection

While stories ignite our imaginations and bring us closer to places we can’t explore, knowing folklore of specific destinations can help us feel more connected to things we have yet to encounter. Check out these folktales from around the world for readers of all ages.

First Few Pages: Ariadne

Posted on May 10, 2021| Posted in First Few Pages

Jennifer Saint brings her own retelling of the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur from the eyes of of Ariadne. Read the first few pages here on the blog.

First Few Pages: A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes

Posted on February 3, 2021| Posted in First Few Pages

Shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction, a gorgeous retelling of the Trojan War from the perspectives of the many women involved in its causes and consequences—for fans of Madeline Miller. Read an excerpt on the blog.

Author Spotlight: Budjette Tan

Posted on August 11, 2020| Posted in Spotlight

This August, we're celebrating our own stories and storytellers through Local Lit Fest 2020. We're starting off with a conversation with one of the creators of TRESE, Budjette Tan. We pick his brain on Philippine mythology and his writing journey.