Dancing with a Ghost
An eerie American legend of a lonely dance, where a man waltzed with a spectral woman and uncovered her tragic fate.
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The Three Fayes: A Swedish Tale
Three mystical fairies aid a humble maiden in her quest to win a prince’s heart in an enchanted Swedish realm.
The Two Doves of Nablus
A timeless Palestinian folktale of two doves returning each spring to a sacred olive tree, symbolizing enduring devotion amidst war and hope.
The Lighthouse Lady of Albany
A haunting tale of love and loss echoing through Hudson River mists by Albany Lighthouse
The Wandering Spirit of Areguá
A moonlit tale of a phantom’s endless search for lost love through the cobbled streets of Areguá
The Treasure of the Minaret
A medieval Mudejar custom in Salares where suitors bid atop an ancient minaret to win a bride and fund village festivals
The Lover’s Bridge of Innsbruck: A Tale of Eternal Vows
On the wooden footbridge over the River Inn, two souls bind their hearts with a padlock in a promise that time can’t erode.
El Sombrerón: The Haunting Serenade of Guatemala
A mysterious small man in a grand hat weaves curses with haunting songs under moonlight.
Pyramus and Thisbe of Babylon: A Tragic Love Beyond Walls
Two lovers in ancient Babylon, kept apart by a garden wall, face a fateful misunderstanding that seals their doom.
Echo and Narcissus: A Tale of Vanity and Unspoken Love
A haunting retelling of how unspoken longing and self-obsession entwine in a sunlit Greek glade.
Welcome to the Underworld: A Modern Greek Myth Retelling
When Persephone vanishes into a neon-lit underworld, Hades must confront ancient bonds and modern desire.
Khan's Riddles: A Kyrgyz Saga of Love and Wit
In ancient Kyrgyz lands, suitors face the Khan’s cunning riddles to win a lover’s hand.
Cinder & Glass: The Reforged Heart
A modern retelling of servitude, opportunity, and the transformative power of love.
Wood of One Hundred Oaks - A Tale of Love's Strength
A heartfelt journey in an enchanted ancient grove
The Enchanted Pursuit: Apollo and Daphne’s Fated Dance
An ancient Greek myth of fervent desire, heart-wrenching escape, and the transformative power of nature.
Cupid and Psyche: A Divine Love's Journey
A myth of passion, trust, and trials in ancient Greece
Mysteries of El Trauco: The Enchanted Whisper of Chiloé
A haunting folktale of irresistible allure and eternal longing in the Chiloé Islands.
The Ghost Bride of Han River
A love lost to the river, a spirit bound by sorrow, and a whisper that lingers through the night.
The Bride of Wadi Qelt
A forbidden love, a broken vow, and a spirit that lingers in the winds of Wadi Qelt.
The Water Goblin of Bohemia
A tale of forbidden love, eternal sorrow, and a curse that lingers beneath the waters of Bohemia.
The Gold-Spinning Bride of Zagorje
A girl who spins gold, a curse-bound prince, and a count’s greed—fate weaves its own tale in the hills of Zagorje.
The Enchanted Fig Tree of Hebron
A timeless love, whispered through the leaves of an enchanted fig tree.
The Nine-Tailed Gumiho’s Tear
A love that defied fate, a betrayal that spanned centuries, and a tear that held the power to rewrite destiny.
The Cursed Siren of Cahuita
A haunting melody. A timeless curse. A love that defies fate.