Wyrd Folk

In this special episode Sam answers questions about her debut novel 'Slueths' which will be published this Thursday by Avon Books. Harriet, who was our first ever listener and is also one of Sam's long time friends, sat down to ask Sam all about the book, her inspirations for writing and how she found herself writing a crime rom-com when her first love is horror. You can order Slueths via Bookshop.org https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/sleuths-samantha-moody/7913549or Watersone's https://www.waterstones.com/book/sleuths/samantha-moody/9780008778163

The twisted branches and moss covered rocks of Wistman's Wood on Dartmoor are so evocatively eldrich that it is no surprise strange stories have grown in between the trees. Join us this week as we venture into the dark of the forest to find what lurks within. Like the show? Then follow us on Instagram @wyrd.folkpodSupport the show on Patreon and help us keep recording https://www.patreon.com/cw/WyrdFolkPodOr visit us at www.wyrdfolkpod.com for show updates, writing challenges and more

This week, we are lucky to be joined by magic makers Jackie Morris and Tamsin Abbott to talk about the creative process behind their book of stories, poems and illustrations inspired by the British countryside and the folklore all around us. Join us as we discuss how folklore inspires fiction, the magic to be found on the wind and the beauty of ink on glass. Jackie and Tamsin are endlessly fascinating, completely inspiring and such great fun. Wild Folk is out to buy now via Waterstones https://www.waterstones.com/book/wild-folk/jackie-morris/tamsin-abbot/9781645024569 or from local independent booksellers via Bookshop.org https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/wild-folk-tales-from-the-stones-jackie-morris/d934f63a50bf69fd?ean=9781645024569&next=tLike the show? Then follow us on Instagram @wyrd.folkpodSupport the show on Patreon and help us keep recording https://www.patreon.com/cw/WyrdFolkPodOr visit us at www.wyrdfolkpod.com for show updates, writing challenges and more

There is a story told about the earthworks at Maiden Bower in Bedfordshire. It is a story of challenge and cunning and an ox hide which must stretch to encompass an entire kingdom. How can this maiden save her people? With the cunning of the women throughout the centuries who have used their skills to save themselves and their people. Listen in this week to discover how this tiny hill fort is connected to the great city of Carthage and the myth of the minotaur. Like the show? Then follow us on Instagram @wyrd.folkpodOr find us on www.wyrdfolkpod.com

Hwaet! to our interview with the fabulous folklore creators behind Hwaet!zine. This week, we ask George Parr and Bunty May Marshall about the inspirations behind the issues of Hwaet!zine and their artistic process. Join us for Tolkien chat, tips for tours of the Orkney Isles and much more.Find more information about Hwaet!zine via their website https://www.hwaetzine.co.uk/Find more information about the show, including how to contact us via www.wyrdfolkpod.com Or follow us on Instagram @wyrd.folkpod

The ancient Irish kingdom of Ossary is awash with werewolf stories. Here, your soul can transform into a wolf in your sleep and marauding war bands are wolves in disguise. If you roam the woods outside of Meath, you might find yourself in conversation with a wolf-man, too. Join us this week for two stories of beastly transformation and the nature of man. Love the show? Then join us on Patreon and vote in the show poll to tell us which story you liked best. https://www.patreon.com/cw/WyrdFolkPodOr check out our website www.wyrdfolkpod.comOr follow us on Instagram @wyrd.folkpod