Tansen's Gift: The Mystic Music of India
A gifted musician’s song could calm wild beasts and kindle lamps with a single note.
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The Anklet of the Desert Star
In ancient Basra, a mistreated girl discovers hidden strength in a magical anklet crafted by desert spirits.
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.
The Rabbit on the Moon
A charming Japanese myth of a rabbit crafting rice cakes atop the moon
Coward Man and His Enemy – Somali Folktale of Igal Shidad
A witty Somali folktale of Igal Shidad who outwits fear and foes on the desert sands.
Silent Princess of Anatolia
A prince braves ancient curses across Anatolian hills to restore his beloved voice.
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.
The Cruel Sister: A Dark British Legend of Rivalry
A chilling tale of jealousy, betrayal, and redemption set in Victorian England.
The Dream Diviner and the Snake: An Ancient Iraqi Folktale
A young villager seeks guidance from a revered seer when a serpent from his dreams beckons him toward destiny.
The Girl Without Hands: A Tale of Perseverance and Redemption
An armless maiden confronts darkness and finds her own light.
Petrosinella: An Italian Rapunzel Tale of Hope
A heartfelt retelling of the classic Rapunzel in Renaissance Italy.
The Lute Player's Journey Through Shadows and Light
A stirring tale of war, captivity, and the healing power of music in medieval Russia.
Violet Made of Thorns: The Prophet's Curse
A dark, cinematic drama of prophecy, curse, and unexpected attraction in modern America.
Skin of the Sea: Journey of Redemption
A mythic retelling of sacrifice, divine anger, and a quest to restore nature’s balance.
The Ghoul of the Olive Groves
A young boy’s courageous journey to dispel ancient fears and challenge deep-seated bias.
Bellerophon and the Soaring Spirit of Pegasus
A timeless myth of a hero, a winged steed, and the journey toward destiny.
The King With Horse's Ears and Other Irish Legends
A journey through ancient Irish lore where secrets, bravery, and magic entwine.
When Tortillas Fall from the Sky: A Mexican Folktale
A whimsical tale of magic, mystery, and the unexpected wisdom of life.
Timeless Wisdom: The Dragon Slayer's Journey
An enchanting tale weaving courage, wisdom, and mythical wonders from ancient China.
Benita y las criaturas nocturnas: La Aventura de la Noche
Una encantadora odisea en la que el miedo se transforma en risa y amistad bajo el manto brillante de una noche peruana.
Orpheus and Eurydice: A Tragic Underworld Love Journey
A musician's descent into the underworld to reclaim lost love.
The Enchanted Journey of Lakan and the Moonlit Bamboo
An ancient Filipino adventure of courage, magic, and the whispers of ancestral wisdom.
The Bandage Man: A Haunting Legend of Loss
A chilling urban legend where past injustice meets spectral vengeance in rural America.
The Founding of a Destiny: Romulus and Remus Reimagined
A stirring legend of brotherhood, passion, and conflict amidst ancient Romanian landscapes.