The Selkie’s Secret
In the rocky coves and crashing waves of the Irish coastline, where the sea meets the land in a tumult of foam and spray, there dwelled a mysterious creature known ... Read More
Articles by Bill Dugan
The Pooka’s Prank
In the rolling green hills of Ireland, where the mist hangs low and the sheep roam free, there lived a mischievous creature known as the Pooka. With its shaggy mane ... Read More
The Banshee’s Wail
In the mist-shrouded hills of Ireland, where the veil between the mortal world and the realm of the spirits grew thin, there dwelled a fearsome creature known as the Banshee. ... Read More
The Cursed Well
In the heart of a remote village in Ireland, there lay a mysterious well known as the Cursed Well. Legend had it that this ancient well was home to a ... Read More
The Fairy Ring
In the heart of an ancient forest in Ireland, there lay a magical clearing known as the Fairy Ring. Legend had it that this mystical circle of toadstools was a ... Read More
The Leprechaun’s Lost Treasure
In the lush green hills of Ireland, nestled among the wildflowers and tall grasses, there lay a secret garden known only to the most intrepid of travelers. It was said ... Read More
Introduction to Irish Tales
My Irish roots run deep—on both my mother’s and my father’s side. Both of my parents were enthusiastic gardeners and tale-tellers. And my mother especially loved a good story that ... Read More
Can Blueberries Be Grown Anywhere, Such as in the Desert?
The phrase "like planting blueberries in the desert" is a curious expression that captures the essence of attempting the impossible, highlighting an act so quixotic and fruitless that it makes ... Read More
