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The Illuminated Dog and Other Folklore from the Scottish Islands
From Illuminated faerie dogs to islands formed from a dragon’s teeth to faeries with only one nostrils, the folklore of the Scottish Isles is anything but dull!

Christine Dorman
4 days ago8 min read
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Symbolic Celtic Names for Expectant Parents and Fiction Writers (Part 2: Boys)
Want a Celtic language (Irish, Scottish, or Welsh) name for your baby or fictional character? Check out this list!

Christine Dorman
Jun 117 min read
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The Significance of Horses in Celtic Culture and Folklore
Horses may not immediately spring to mind when I say "Celts." But they should.

Christine Dorman
Dec 29, 20247 min read
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Who Might You Meet in the Celtic Otherworld?
At Samhain, the veil between the worlds is at its thinnest. If you stumbled into the Otherworld, who might you encounter?

Christine Dorman
Nov 3, 20247 min read
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Where’d That Come From: 7 Celtic Origin Stories
Celtic folklore overflows with stories explaining the origin of things. Here are some of my favorites.

Christine Dorman
Feb 9, 20247 min read
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Mining Folk: Writing Prompts Inspired by Scottish Folklore
Whether you’re a writer looking for story ideas or a lover of good stories, Scottish folklore can set the imagination on fire!

Christine Dorman
Jan 26, 20245 min read
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Ten of Scotland’s Best (Mostly Real) Beasties
Scotland is known for its legendary beasties, such as the Loch Ness Monster, but its real animals are just as fascinating and charming!

Christine Dorman
May 19, 20237 min read
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Must-See Castles in Scotland
Fairytales and fine furnishings, moats and murder holes, history and intrigue. Check out these must-see castles of Scotland.

Christine Dorman
Jan 20, 20237 min read
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