Get in the Samhain spirit with these spine-tingling Celtic horror novels and short story collections
Category Archives: Books
Abhartach Explained: Was Bram Stoker’s Vampire Dracula Inspired by an Irish Chieftain?
No, Dracula wasn’t based on Vlad the Impaler. Uncover the Irish origins of Bram Stoker’s vampire.
Book Review: Irelandopedia by Fatti and John Burke
Take an adventure around Ireland with this beautifully illustrated compendium of maps, facts, and knowledge.
The Rise of Irish and Celtic Mythology in Popular Culture
Learn how Irish and Celtic mythology inspired some of today’s most popular books, films, TV shows, and fictional characters.
10 Graphic Novels Based on Irish and Celtic Mythology
Explore the gods and creatures of Celtic mythology in all their colorful glory in these comic book interpretations of the classic tales.
A History of the Gods of Irish & Celtic Mythology in the Comics
A brief history of the comic book versions of Celtic gods and some theories as to how they might make their way onto the silver screen
WolfWalkers and Irish Mythology: The Lycanthropic Lore Behind the Oscar-Nominated Animated Feature
Werewolves are a staple of Irish folklore. Learn how a Kilkenny-based cartoon studio brought them to life in the gorgeous film WolfWalkers.
Did the Celts Really Reach the Americas Before the Vikings and Columbus? Debunking a Misguided Theory
Popular beliefs about the ancient Celts are plagued by pseudoarchaeology. It’s time to clear a few things up.
The 25 Most Beautiful Books of Irish Photography
Visit the land that inspired the myths from the comfort of your coffee table with this collection of Irish photography books
Double-Header Book Review: The Celtic Empire by Peter Berresford Ellis and Celtic Empire by Clive Cussler
Two books, both alike in title but definitely not in dignity. Journey to the historical and fictional Celtic Empires.