Romeo and Juliet has never ranked among my favorite of Shakespeare’s plays, but I have to admit there are some lines from it that have stuck with me. “What’s in a name? That which we call a roseBy any other word would smell as sweet.So Romeo would, were he not Romeo called,Retain that dear perfection which he owesWithout that title.” Romeo and Juliet, Act 2, Scene 2 It’s a beautiful sentiment Juliet expresses here, explaining that Romeo’s name, the hated name of her family’s enemy, doesn’tContinue reading “What’s In a Name”
Tag Archives: Fairy Tales
The Bold, The Brave, and The Bloodthirsty
Cinderella is, perhaps, one of the most well-known and well-loved fairy tale heroines. She’s certainly one of my favorites, with variations and versions of her featuring in cultures around the world, both ancient and modern. But Cinderella has faced her share of criticisms over the ages and different depictions. The one I see most oftenContinue reading “The Bold, The Brave, and The Bloodthirsty”
Myth or Magic: A Forgotten Face
Myth or Magic is back! That’s right, my favorite series that answers pressing questions and busts popular myths about fairy tales has returned with yet another question to answer. No one specifically submitted this question, but it’s one I’ve heard a lot over the years. Why didn’t the prince (or anyone else) recognize Cinderella? SometimesContinue reading “Myth or Magic: A Forgotten Face”
4 Summer Fairy Tale Reads (and 4 on My TBR List)
Summer is the perfect time to kick back, soak up some sunshine, and relax with a refreshing drink and a good book (but then again, I feel the same way about curling up under a blanket with a hot drink in the winter, so I guess I just think any time is good time toContinue reading “4 Summer Fairy Tale Reads (and 4 on My TBR List)”
Beyond the Page: 6 Fairy Tale Movies I Love
I have always been a bookworm, but when I think about what sparked my love of fairy tales, it’s not books that come to mind – it’s movies. I grew up on Disney VHS tapes, recorded movie musicals, and videos rented from a store or borrowed from the local library. And a large number ofContinue reading “Beyond the Page: 6 Fairy Tale Movies I Love”
Fairy Tale Facts: Jack and the Beanstalk
There are some fairy tale images that just stick with you. A glass slipper alone on a staircase. An isolated tower with braided hair hanging out the window. A castle surrounded by thorny vines. A rose with falling petals. A magic mirror and a poisoned apple. A giant beanstalk stretching through the clouds.
An Interview with Carrie Anne Noble
Meet Carrie Anne Noble! She’s an award-winning author of several YA fantasy books, including The Mermaid’s Sister and Gretchen and the Bear. I’m a big fan of hers and have read several of her books, with the rest on my TBR list. (You can check out my reviews if you’re interested!) She’s a fellow fairyContinue reading “An Interview with Carrie Anne Noble”
Mermaids Around the World
As I sat down to brainstorm a blog post (and as I’m writing, as a matter of fact), my friend Bex finally convinced me to watch the 2023 live action The Little Mermaid. I wouldn’t say I’ve been avoiding it, but it hasn’t been high on my to-do list (shocking, I know, given that I’mContinue reading “Mermaids Around the World”
Fairy Tale Facts: King Thrushbeard
In December 1812, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their first book: volume one of Kinder- und Hausmärchen ( or Children’s and Household Tales). The fifty-second story in their collection was called “King Thrushbeard,” and that story is the topic of today’s post. So let’s dive in!
An Interview with L.E. Richmond
I recently discovered a fellow writer on Instagram who I immediately started following. Her name is L.E. Richmond, and her debut novel, The Mermaid’s Tale, comes out this fall. It has a gorgeous cover and a fantastic premise, and I can’t wait to read it! What’s more, she was kind enough to sit down withContinue reading “An Interview with L.E. Richmond”
Kate G. Jameson 