Explore the types of Myth and Fairytale retellings with us! Tired of hearing about the new Odyssey movie? We go beyond it real quick! We chat about symbolism, history, villains, and lots more! 

Explore Mary's upcoming fantasy novel about lost gods, deadly secrets and water magic at kickstarter.com/projects/maryckehoe/breaking-inlands [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/maryckehoe/breaking-inlands]

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Fairytale Retellings: Symbolism, Magic & Mistakes | Mythic Mirror Ep 30

Read this dark fantasy along with us. We dive into the first half of Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig. We chat about consent, blood sport, best ways to incorporate your shadow and other light hearted topics. 

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Two Twisted Crowns: Book Club Reactions Pt 1 | Mythic Mirror Ep 29

Join a quick look at what makes fantasy festivals powerful. If you could jump into a book, what festival would you attend? From the real world World Cup to fantasy feast, join us for an Independence Day weekend celebration of festival! Check out Mary's upcoming book launch Here! [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/maryckehoe/breaking-inlands]

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Buy the Narnia Code by Michael Ward and support independent bookstores (and the show) at bookshop.org/shop/mary-c-kehoe [https://bookshop.org/shop/mary-c-kehoe]

Keys to Fantasy Book Festivals: Subjective & Irreverent Opinions | Mythic Mirror Ep 28

Many have wondered what is the meaning behind the Narnia series and what ties all the books together. What sis CS Lewis write into these books that you didn't notice?

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What is the Secret Code to Narnia: CS Lewis & His Hidden Message | Mythic Mirror Ep 27

Finished One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig? Then come chat with us! Which theories were right which were wrong? How can the monster slowly taking over your mind be a good guy?

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One Dark Window: Book Club Chat & Spoilers | Mythic Mirror Ep 26

What makes a magic system truly unforgettable? Is it the rigid, rule-bound logic of a hard magic system — or the mysterious, awe-inspiring chaos of a soft one? From divine power and elemental forces to the intricate mechanics that make you feel like you’re learning alongside the hero, magic systems are the heartbeat of fantasy worldbuilding. 

In this episode, we dive deep into what separates a good magic system from a great one — and why we can’t stop talking about them.   Whether you’re a lifelong fantasy fanatic or just starting your journey into fictional worlds, this one’s for you.  

🎧 Listen, share, and let us know in the comments — what’s your favorite magic system of all time?

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Magic Systems and Why We Love Them | Mythic Mirror Ep 25

Time for a Book Chat! Explore One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig with Mary and Carolina. This dark fantasy has the folkloric tone of Uprooted and the familiar feel of an old favorite. Have any theories, reactions or deep and wondrous thoughts? Share them in the comments! Watch the video for werewolf and kitty cat sightings! 

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One Dark Window—First Reaction: Dark Fantasy With Old Folklore Feel

Join Mary and Carolina as they chat with Eleanor, an expert herbalist who has been foraging wild herbs for decades and loving fantasy books her whole life. Enrich your life with simple ways to bring Herb Lore into your every day. And find out what fantasy stories get herbalism right and who's dine it wrong!

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Connect with Eleanor and her plant magic at mulleinandmoss.com [https://mulleinandmoss.com/]

The Herbalist's Path: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Living | Mythic Mirror Ep 23

Explore the absolute gold that is the second half of Terry Pratchett's book Thud! Plumb the depths of evil, goodness, and well the depths. This is a book about dwarfs after all. Terry Pratchett is a master of weaving humor, human nature, and philosophic conundrums all together into a story that grabs your heart and doesn't let go.

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Thud! Ending Reaction: Vimes, the Darkness, and Where's My Cow? | Ep 22

Is yearning an aspect of the soul? What is it we yearn for? How does fantasy connect to this sense of longing? Explore this theme of heart and soul with Mary and Carolina. Can we attain connection and moments of sublime yearning in our everyday rushing about lives? 

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Yearning, Myth & the Soul: A Deep Dive | Mythic Mirror Ep 21

Mythic Mirror is for fans of fantasy, folklore, and myth who want their life story to be deep, magical, and fulfilling. Join fantasy author, Mary C Kehoe, and cofounder of the Sleepless Elite, Carolina Carter in exploring modern fantasy, ancient myth and how to make our favorite books catalysts in our lives.

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