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"The magic of spring is not in the flowers we see, but in the hope they awaken within us."

March Dates of Interest:

It's Women's History Month!

• March 2 - Dr. Seuss's Birthday, National Read Across America Day
• March 3 - Full Worm Moon in Virgo @ 3:37 am
• March 5 - National Absinthe Day
• March 7 - PPDLV Planning Meeting @ 1:00 pm
• March 8 – International Women's Day
• March 11 - Johnny Appleseed Day
• March 12 - Popcorn Lover's Day
• March 14 - National Pi Day
• March 14 - PPDLV presents Pi Day Bake-Off & Psychic Faire!
• March 15 - The Ides of March!
• March 17 - St. Patrick's Day
• March 18 - Goddess of Fertility Day
• March 18 - New Moon in Pisces @ 6:23 pm
• March 20 - Alien Abduction / Astrology Day
• March 20 @ 7:46 am - Vernal Equinox / Earth Day / First Day of Spring
• March 21 - World Poetry Day
• March 25 - Tolkien Reading Day
• March 28 - International Women in Music Day
• March 31 - Transgender Day of Visibility

Why the Equinox Heralds the Return of Spring

"she who holds a thousand souls"

Twice each year, Earth reaches a sacred balance point—an equinox—when day and night stand in near‑equal measure. These moments, in March and September, form powerful thresholds in the Wheel of the Year, marking the shift into spring and autumn. This coming year, the Vernal Equinox arrives on March 20, 2025, welcoming spring to the Northern Hemisphere. When that day dawns, the Sun will rise due east, set due west, and light will once again overtake the darkness as we turn toward the growing season. For those in the Southern Hemisphere, these same celestial events signal autumn instead, a reminder that the Earth dances differently depending on where we stand.

Why Equinoxes Occur

Our planet travels around the Sun while tilted at about 23.5 degrees. Because of this tilt, one hemisphere always leans toward the Sun while the other leans away—except on two special days each year. During an equinox, Earth reaches a point in its orbit where the Sun stands directly above the equator. In that moment, the “line” that divides day from night—called the terminator or twilight line—runs straight through the North and South Poles. Although the light isn’t perfectly even (Earth’s atmosphere bends sunlight just enough to make the day slightly longer), the balance is close enough to inspire awe. And Earth isn’t alone in this cosmic rhythm. Every planet with a tilt experiences equinoxes. In 2009, NASA’s Cassini mission even captured Saturn during its own equinox, when the giant planet’s rings turned nearly invisible as they faced the Sun edge‑on.

Honoring the Equinox Through Time

Human beings have watched and celebrated these turning points since long before written history. Ancient peoples built stone circles, pyramids, temples, and carved markers to trace the Sun’s passage with astonishing precision. The equinoxes represented more than astronomy—they were spiritual landmarks that guided planting, harvest, ritual, and myth. Many traditions continue these practices today. • Among the Lakota, the spring equinox is honored with sacred red‑willow tobacco, reflecting the connection between the Earth and the sky and the rising of the Sun in the constellation they call the Dried Willow. • At Stonehenge, modern druids, pagans, witches, and seekers of all kinds gather at dawn to welcome the rising Sun through the ancient stones, continuing a lineage of reverence that spans millennia.

A Time to Reawaken

For us, as modern pagans, the spring equinox is a moment of awakening. It is a hinge in the Wheel—a breath between seasons. Light grows. Seeds stir. We cross from dreaming to doing. Whether you mark the day with ritual, meditation, garden blessings, or a simple moment under the morning sky, may this equinox guide you toward renewal, balance, and the bright unfolding of spring.

A Simple Spring Equinox Ritual: “The Rite of Returning Light”

This ritual honors the balance of day and night while inviting new energy, growth, and clarity into your life as the Wheel turns toward spring. You Will Need:

• A white candle (for light and renewal)
• A small bowl of water (for cleansing)
• A handful of seeds or a small plant (for growth)
• A pinch of soil
• Optional: flowers, eggs, or seasonal offerings

The Rite

1. Prepare Your Space At sunrise or sunset—times of natural balance—create a small altar indoors or outdoors. Place the candle in the center, with water on your left and soil on your right. 2. Center Yourself Take a few deep breaths. Feel your feet rooted in the earth. Acknowledge the equal length of day and night. Speak: “I stand at the turning of the seasons, where light and dark share the sky. Today I honor balance, renewal, and the gentle return of spring.” 3. Light the Candle As you light the flame, visualize illumination growing within and around you. Say: “As the light returns to the world, so it returns to me.” 4. Bless the Seeds Hold the seeds or small plant in your hands. Dip your fingers into the water and sprinkle a few drops over them, symbolizing cleansing and awakening. Say: “From rest comes renewal. From darkness comes growth. May what I nurture flourish in the coming season.” 5. Combine Earth and Water Touch the soil, then touch the bowl of water. Feel the union of elements—the balance the equinox embodies. Reflect for a moment on what you wish to plant in your own life: a habit, a hope, a healing, a dream. 6. Plant Your Intention If using seeds, plant them after the ritual. If using a plant, simply place your hands around the pot and give thanks. Say: “With the turning Wheel and the warming Earth, may my intentions take root.” 7. Close the Rite Blow out the candle (or let it burn safely, if preferred). Leave a small natural offering—flowers, herbs, or even a whispered blessing—to the land.

As the equinox unfolds, nature’s clock resets, and the heartbeat of the earth quickens with the pulse of spring. – Charlotte Brontë

Witches, Warriors & Wise Women:

Legendary Feminine Figures from Pagan History Throughout history, women have held powerful roles within spiritual and religious traditions—paganism included. Rooted in reverence for nature, community, and the divine in many forms, pagan traditions have been shaped by countless remarkable women whose courage and wisdom still resonate today. Here are five extraordinary figures whose stories continue to inspire modern practitioners. 1. Hypatia of Alexandria — Scholar, Philosopher, Trailblazer

Hypatia, born around 360 CE in Alexandria, Egypt, is celebrated as one of the ancient world’s greatest thinkers. A mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher, she became a respected teacher at a time when women’s voices were often silenced. As a pagan living during the rise of Christianity, Hypatia stood as a symbol of intellectual freedom and integrity. Her brutal death in 415 CE at the hands of a Christian mob marked a tragic turning point—the decline of pagan scholarship. Hypatia’s legacy endures as a reminder of the power of knowledge, the courage to speak truth, and the resilience needed to challenge oppressive systems.

2. Boudicca — The Warrior Queen of the Iceni

Boudicca, queen of the Iceni tribe in ancient Britain, remains one of history’s most iconic leaders. After the Romans seized her late husband’s territory and subjected her and her daughters to violence, she united several British tribes in a fierce rebellion around 60–61 CE. Her forces burned major Roman settlements—Colchester, London, and St Albans—in a dramatic fight for liberation. Though ultimately defeated, Boudicca became a timeless symbol of resistance, justice, and the fight against oppression. Today, her story resonates powerfully within feminist and activist movements around the world.

3. Women in Druidic Tradition — Keepers of Story, Healing, and Spirit

While male Druids are often highlighted in historical accounts, women played equally vital roles in Celtic spirituality. Female Druids served as healers, ritual leaders, poets, and preservers of sacred oral traditions.

The goddess Brigid—associated with poetry, healing, fire, and inspiration—embodies the multifaceted power of feminine divinity. Her influence carried into Christian Ireland through Brigid of Kildare, reflecting how pagan and Christian traditions intertwined. These women ensured the survival of rituals, herbal knowledge, and seasonal celebrations such as Imbolc—foundations that still shape modern pagan practice.

4. The Witch Hunts — Women’s Resilience in the Face of Persecution

The European witch hunts (spanning roughly the 15th–18th centuries) led to the deaths of tens of thousands, most of them women. Accused of witchcraft for reasons ranging from misunderstood herbal knowledge to political convenience, many faced unimaginable injustice.

Anna Göldi, executed in Switzerland in 1782, is often cited as Europe’s last “witch.” Her case—built on rumor rather than evidence—reflects how fear and power imbalances targeted vulnerable women. Today, modern witches reclaim these histories, transforming them into sources of empowerment, healing, and solidarity for those once silenced.

5. Margaret Murray — A Scholar Who Helped Shape Modern Paganism

Born in 1863, Margaret Murray was a pioneering anthropologist and Egyptologist whose work influenced the development of modern witchcraft traditions. Her 1921 book *The Witch-Cult in Western Europe* proposed that many accused witches were practitioners of an ancient pagan fertility religion. Though her theories remain debated academically, they profoundly shaped modern pagan thought and inspired emerging traditions like Wicca. Murray’s determination to pursue scholarship in a male‑dominated field, coupled with her willingness to challenge prevailing narratives, made her a foundational figure in contemporary pagan studies.

Honoring Their Legacy Today

From philosophers and warriors to healers and scholars, these women illustrate the immense contributions women have made to spiritual history. Their stories remind us that courage takes many forms—teaching boldly, resisting injustice, preserving sacred traditions, or daring to reimagine forgotten pasts. As we continue our own spiritual journeys, may their wisdom and resilience guide us. By remembering their paths, we help cultivate communities where all voices—across genders, backgrounds, and identities—can grow, thrive, and inspire future generations.

“The promise of spring’s arrival is enough to get anyone through the bitter winter!” — Jen Selinsky

“March came in that winter like the meekest and mildest of lambs, bringing days that were crisp and golden and tingling, each followed by a frosty pink twilight which gradually lost itself in an elfland of moonshine.” ― L.M. Montgomery

March Lunar Spotlight

Full Worm Moon in Virgo

(and a Total Lunar Eclipse to boot!)

March is kicking off with a bang, as not only is Mercury retrograding, but the month also opens with the year’s first and only total lunar eclipse. Change is in the air! Also dubbed the Worm Moon, the full moon on March 3 is rising in the attentive and thoughtful sign of Virgo. Due to its close proximity to the South Node of Destiny, this lunation also doubles as a lunar eclipse, so it’s got the power of multiple full moons wrapped up into one. For the signs most affected by the March 3 full moon lunar eclipse, this moment is likely to shape the whole season ahead.

This eclipse finds the sun in mystical Pisces facing off with the moon in down-to-earth Virgo. Pisces zodiac energy is dominant at the time of the eclipse, as this water sign will house the sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, and the North Node — meaning there’s a collective emphasis on emotional processing, spiritual expansion, and intuitive action. Pisces wants to feel things and pick up on vibes, but having the moon in detail-oriented Virgo invites you to observe your world from a more practical perspective instead. Ethereal Pisces can psychically sense when a situation feels messy, but hawk-eyed Virgo can identify exactly where things have gotten tangled up. With these powers combined, this lunar eclipse brings you an opportunity to clean up whatever’s gotten gunky in your life and be willing to cut out the toxic or unnecessary baggage that won’t serve you as you move forward in the new season ahead. Think of this as an early but heavy-duty spring cleaning for the mind, body, and soul. The most powerful planetary connection this eclipse will make is with auspicious and abundant Jupiter, which is aligning beautifully with both the sun and moon from its current locale of Cancer. Eclipses always catalyze growth, whether on a large or small scale, but having Jupiter’s blessing on this one gives it even more expansive potential. If the eclipse brings challenging feelings, information, or situations up to the surface, these aspects encourage you to go big — which means doing a deep-clean through every corner of your mind instead of shoving things under the bed to deal with later. Virgo energy seeks to organize, purify, and improve the world around it, so dot your I’s and cross your T’s when dealing with the eclipse’s twists.

March's Full Storm Moon (aka Worm Moon)

Adapted From The Farmer's Almanac.com

The Full Worm Moon reaches its peak on the morning of Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 3:37 A.M. ET. This year’s March Moon is especially notable because it coincides with a total lunar eclipse. The eclipse reaches its greatest point at 3:33 A.M. — just minutes earlier—and during totality, the Moon can take on a coppery red or orange glow.

Of course, you don’t have to wait until the middle of the night to see the Moon! Look for the bright Moon as it rises above the horizon on Monday evening and it will be spectacular on Tuesday night!

If you have just a bit of rain on either of these nights, you may even get to spot a rare phenomenon called a moonbow. A moonbow is just like a solar rainbow but is created by moonlight (rather than sunlight) when it is refracted through water droplets in the air. Moonbows only happen when the full Moon is fairly low in the sky, so look for one in the hours after sunset when the sky is dark. Learn more about moonbows here!

This March Moon will look especially large to us when it’s near the horizon because of the “Moon illusion,” which is when it looks bigger when near comparative objects than it does when it’s high in the sky without any references.

The Worm Moon

March’s full Moon goes by the name Worm Moon, which was originally thought to refer to the earthworms that appear as the soil warms in spring. This invites robins and other birds to feed—a true sign of spring!

An alternative explanation for this name comes from Captain Jonathan Carver, an 18th-century explorer, who wrote that this Moon name refers to a different sort of “worm”—beetle larvae—which begin to emerge from the thawing bark of trees and other winter hideouts at this time.

ALTERNATIVE MARCH MOON NAMES:

There are quite a few names for the March Moon that speak to the transition from winter to spring. Some refer to the appearance (or reappearance) of certain animals, such as the Eagle Moon, Goose Moon (Algonquin, Cree), or Crow Comes Back Moon (Northern Ojibwe), while others refer to signs of the season:

• The Sugar Moon (Ojibwe) marks the time of year when the sap of sugar maples starts to flow.
• The Wind Strong Moon (Pueblo) refers to the strong windy days that come at this time of year.
• The Sore Eyes Moon (Dakota, Lakota, Assiniboine) highlights the blinding rays of sunlight that reflect off the melting snow of late winter.

MOON FACTS:

• The Paschal Moon is the first Full Moon on or after March 21 and is used to determine the date of Easter. In some years, the Paschal Moon is the Worm Moon; in others, it's the Pink Moon (Full Moon in April). The dates for the Paschal Moon range from March 21 to April 18.
• In 2026 the first full Moon of spring occurs on April 1 at 7:11 (Pacific) pm and thus April’s Full Pink Moon is designated as the Paschal Moon. The first Sunday after the Paschal Moon is Easter Sunday, April 7, 2026 (And the Sunday that precedes it is known as Palm Sunday. In 2026, this will be March 29.)

“March is a tomboy with tousled hair, a mischievous smile, mud on her shoes and a laugh in her voice.” ― Hal Borland

March Full Moon Magic:

Wigington, Patti. "What Is a Storm Moon?" Learn Religions.com

As the saying goes, March rolls in like a lion, and if we're really lucky, it might go out like a lamb. It's the time of the Storm Moon, the month when Spring finally arrives, around the time of the Equinox, and we see new life begin to spring forth. As the Wheel of the Year turns once more, heavy rains and gray skies abound — the earth is being showered with the life-giving water it needs to have a fertile and healthy growing season. This is also a time of equal parts light and darkness, and so a time of balance.

Depending on where you live, this moon may be called the Seed Moon, Lenten Moon, or Chaste Moon. Anglo-Saxons called it Hraed-monat (rugged month), or Hlyd-monat (stormy month). A stormy March was an omen of poor crops, while a dry March indicated a rich harvest.

According to the Farmer's Almanac, this month's moon is sometimes called the Full Sap Moon and the Worm Moon — and no wonder, since after a storm, there are worms all over the place!

As the temperature begins to warm and the ground begins to thaw, earthworm casts appear, heralding the return of the robins. The more northern tribes knew this Moon as the Full Crow Moon, when the cawing of crows signaled the end of winter; or the Full Crust Moon, because the snow cover becomes crusted from thawing by day and freezing at night. The Full Sap Moon, marking the time of tapping maple trees, is another variation.

As the weather can be anything but predictable, the month of March in your area might not see the same weather as other locations, because your environment depends on a number of factors. If you need to adapt March's magical correspondences to those of a different month, then feel free to do so.

Correspondences:

• Colors: Use green, yellow, and light purple to represent the colors of the season. This is a great time to explore magic with pastel colors.
• Gemstones: Bloodstone and aquamarine are often associated with early spring, the vernal equinox, and the month of March.
• Trees: Dogwood, honeysuckle, lilacs, and cherry blossoms are just beginning to bloom this time of year in many areas, so find a way to incorporate them into your workings as needed.
• Gods: Work with Isis, the Morrighan, Artemis, and Cybele, all of whom are considered powerful during this time of year.
• Herbs: High John, pennyroyal, wood betony, and apple blossom can often be found during this season, depending on where you live.
• Element: Water is the element most closely associated with the Storm Moon — after all, it's one of the wettest time of the year, thanks to thunderstorms rolling through.

Storm Moon Magic:

Use this month for magical workings related to rebirth and regrowth. New life is blooming during this phase of the moon, as is prosperity and fertility. Here are some things you can do this month and plan accordingly.

• Begin planning your magical herb garden for the year. What would you like to grow? Consider whether you want specifically medicinal and healing herbs, or if you're going for a variety of magical purposes.
• Are you thinking about making a change in your career? Now is the time to tidy up that resume and get it up to date. Start researching the companies you'd really like to work for and figure out what you need to do to make it happen. Make phone calls, network, send in applications, and take control of the reinvention of your career.
• Got a storm rolling in? Place a jar or bucket outside so you can gather rain water for use in ritual (bonus magical points to you if it's collected during a lightning storm!).
• Spring tends to be the time of year to begin thinking about going back to school in the fall — partly because for many colleges and universities, this is the season when acceptances are finalized. If you're thinking about continuing your education, get those admissions forms completed.
• If you've ever thought about changing your life (haven't we all?), especially by making big changes, now is the time to plant the seeds for those efforts.
• Place your magical tools outside for cleansing during the Storm Moon.

“Daffodils, That come before the swallow dares, and take The winds of March with beauty.” ― William Shakespeare (The Winter’s Tale)

A Heart-Opening New Moon in Pisces

As always, Pisces season has been full of feelings, and its final days are no exception. A Pisces new moon peaks on March 18, bringing to life new dreams, fresh emotional journeys, and perhaps even a few far-fetched fantasies, too. The sun and moon in Pisces will make a sextile to eccentric Uranus, bringing an unexpected flair to every new beginning that sprouts from this lunation. Life could surprise you, or maybe you’ll surprise yourself — but either way, how things unfold will be hard to foresee, and you should expect the unexpected. Between the Uranian influence and Pisces’ whimsical and fantasy-driven perspective, anything is possible under this new moon.

The Astrological New Year - Vernal Equinox March 20th @ 7:46 am

March 20 is a big day for new beginnings, as it simultaneously heralds the vernal equinox, the first day of Aries season, and the astrological New Year. The equinox puts a wrap on winter in the Northern hemisphere and marks the first official day of spring, so put away those heavy coats and boots and get ready to embrace the lighter, brighter, and more fertile vibes of spring. On the astrological front, this equinox aligns with sun’s entry into bold and trailblazing Aries, meaning that Aries season has arrived. After the deep sensitivity and emotion of Pisces season, Aries’ headstrong, brave, and self-starting energy will feel especially energizing and exciting. Use this fire sign’s heat to motivate you in whatever endeavors you choose to focus on next. Trailblazing Aries happens to be the first sign of the zodiac, so the start of Aries season is also the kickoff to the astrological year new. On this day, the sun begins a fresh rotation through the zodiac, so think of this as a second chance to set some New Year’s intentions. The refreshing vibes of the spring equinox aren’t the only thing putting some pep in your step on March 20. Mercury retrograde is coming to an end on the very same day. Congrats on surviving the first Mercurial backspin of the year! Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow lasts until April 9, so continue taking things slow through the rest of this month and take your time integrating whatever you learned over the past few weeks. That said, you officially have the green light to launch new things and push for forward progress on all things logistical.

Crafty Corner...

~ Springtime Egg Tea Candles ~

In the soft balance of the Spring Equinox, egg candles glow like tiny suns— warm symbols of rebirth, of darkness melting into light. Melted wax—whether gathered from past makings or born anew from golden beeswax— pours gently into waiting shells, turning each fragile cradle into a beacon of returning brightness. A simple craft, a quiet ritual, welcoming longer days, welcoming hope’s steady flame.

A magical craft originally posted by the Dark Wytch

Egg candles symbolize rebirth & a welcoming in of lighter times. If you don’t have leftover/remanent wax, you can easily use beeswax pellets. Simply microwave in a container you don’t also use for food. A couple of minutes is all it needs & the wax should stay in a liquid state for a bit so you’ll have time to transfer it from microwave to prepared eggshells. You can also use a pot & metal can to create a double boiler effect & melt wax on the stove if you prefer Happy Crafting!

Supplies:

• 1 Doz Large Brown eggs - you can use standard white too.
• Egg Carton
• Reclaimed wax or Beeswax pellets (approx 2 cups)
• Candle wicking cord (LINK)
• Herbs/dried flower petals* (approx. 1/2 tsp./tealight)
• A Floral Essential Oil
• Large bowl
• Kettle of hot water

*Suggested herbs/flowers:

• Lavender - for clarity & calm
• Rose - for beauty & appreciation
• Rosemary - for growth & protection
• Cornflower - for knowledge, awareness

Directions:

Prick the top (narrow end) of a raw egg with a needle. Continue to open up the egg by lifting up sections with the needle. (incidentally - if you are one of those skilled egg crackers, you might get away with 6 eggs broken in half!)

Once the hole is big enough pour the egg into a bowl and save them for baking later.

Continue to chip some of the shell away with your finger until you have removed about 1/3 to 1/2 of the top of the eggshell.

Carefully remove egg membrane, then sterilize the eggs with boiling water. Allow to dry.

Place a wick into dried eggshells.

Sprinkle dried herbs/petals into each shell.

Melt the wax in a double boiler or in the microwave.

Fill the eggshell about 1/2 - 3/4 full of wax. Try not to overfill or pour wax outside the shells so they don't stick to the carton.

Add 9 drops floral essential oil to each tealight.

Allow to harden then light and enjoy!

From Priestess Laurelinn: I have created a magical incantation to use with this lovely craft! Use it as you assemble the tealights or perhaps as you light them. Feel free to use my words as written or as inspiration to write your own - your magick dwells within you, make it what you will!

~ Spring Equinox Incantation ~ Shell of earth from ages old, cradle now the Sun’s first gold. By root and rock, by leaf and loam, wake the spirits - call them home. Kindle flame of elder spring, stir the breath of ancient things. Let old green powers rise once more— open wide the season’s door.

His steeds to water at those springs On chaliced flowers that lies; And winking Mary-buds begin To ope their golden eyes: With every thing that pretty is, My lady sweet, arise. ~William Shakespeare - Cymbeline' (1609-10) act 2

The Kitchen Witch's Cauldron

Hare’s Spring Salad

A Liminal Feast of Renewal!

A bright, refreshing celebration of the Spring Equinox, Hare’s Spring Salad carries the energy of the ancient hare—messenger, guide, and guardian of the threshold between worlds. As the hare slips between the underworld and the waking earth, so this dish bridges winter’s stillness with the first stirrings of spring.

• Sun‑sweet mango brings warmth, joy, and the returning light.
• Cool cucumber offers clarity, cleansing, and gentle renewal.
• A zesty Thai‑inspired dressing sparks the vibrant, rising energy of the season—awakening the senses as the world begins to bloom again.

Together, these ingredients create a bowl of balance, rebirth, and fresh possibility. Enjoy it as a sacred Equinox offering, a blessing for new beginnings, or a way to honor the hare’s magic as it guides you into the bright path of spring.

“Our life is March weather, savage and serene in one hour.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.” ― Lewis Grizzard

March Book Review

Briggs's Dictionary of Fairies:

Banshees, Boggarts and Other Folklore Creatures

By: Katharine Mary Briggs

A beautiful, new edition of the concise A-Z of Folklore from seminal figure Katharine Mary Briggs, with beautiful, bespoke illustrations by Fee Greening. Katharine Mary Briggs (1898-1980) was a British folklorist, scholar and author, recognized today as the most important archivist of British folktales. Over the course of her life, she published fourteen books, lectured widely and was president of The Folklore Society. Her books were read and used by contemporaries including J.R.R. Tolkien. To reflect the monumental work Briggs did to collect, catalogue and publish folk stories from Britain and Ireland before the turn of the 21st century, The Folklore Society present an annual award in her honor. This new edition of one of Briggs' seminal works is a dictionary of folklore creatures and tales, illustrated in rich detail with beautiful black and white line drawings by artist Fee Greening. From brownies to Shetland selkies, Cornish spriggans to Nuckelavee (the most horrid of monsters in all of Britain) Briggs's Dictionary of Fairies is a treasury of stories, songs and creatures passed down from one generation to the next. Reviews: "When it comes to the world of fairies Katharine Briggs is the greatest authority by many a league, and this is the finest guide ever written.” PHILIP PULLMAN “Katharine Briggs's Dictionary is truly wonderful: vivid, witty, and full of a profound and generous knowledge that will thrill both children and adults. Spectacular.” KATHERINE RUNDELL “Katharine Briggs is an editor of such surpassing knowledge that one suspects that she may have sources among witches, ghosts and fairies.” DIANE PURKISS “Katharine Briggs is the surest guide to British folklore in the twentieth century.” JACK ZIPES “Katharine Briggs is the magic mirror on the wall. Ask her what you will...” RICHARD ADAM

About the Author:

Katharine Briggs (Author) Katharine Mary Briggs (1898-1980) was a British folklorist, scholar and author. Over the course of her life, she published fourteen books, lectured widely and was president of The Folklore Society, who now present an annual award in her honor: The Katharine Briggs Award. Fee Greening (Illustrator) Fee Greening is a dip pen and ink illustrator inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts and gothic fairytales. She graduated from Central St. Martin's in 2012 and received a Masters from the Royal College of Art in 2014. She has worked with Gucci, Hermès, Sisley, Liberty London and Fortnum and Mason, and featured in profiles by Vogue and the Financial Times.

March Laughs:

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