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Highlights
- Dive into a dark, empowering world where folktales, horror and feminist magic collide.
- About the Author: V. Castro is a two-time Bram Stoker Award-nominated writer born in San Antonio, Texas, to Mexican American parents.
- 224 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology
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Book Synopsis
Dive into a dark, empowering world where folktales, horror and feminist magic collide. This collection features 26 modern retellings of legends and folktales about fierce female deities and spirits from around the world. Perfect for women who own their power. Dark goddess energy is powerful and transformative, embodying the sensual, the hunter, the warrior, the mother, and even the grotesque and horrific. These 26 tales of powerful female goddesses and spirits will entrance those daring enough to explore the shadows of the human psyche, offering lessons from our ancient origins and help us understand ourselves in today's world. Embrace your own inner darkness alongside these fierce deities and spirits, such as:- The fierce Indian goddess Kali, who teaches not to fear endings but instead use our creativity to remove obstacles and carve out our own path.
- The mighty Yoruba orisha Yemaya, who birthed the waters of the whole planet, and teaches of the need to nurture and love oneself.
- The ravenous Egyptian goddess Sekhmet, who is the very definition of "I am woman, hear me roar!"
- The occult Greek goddess Hecate, beloved of modern witches, who offers a stunning portrayal of femininity manifesting in magic.
- And many more!
The retold legends are accompanied by information about the goddess's history, symbols and core energy. This stunning volume is perfect for those who love fantasy and horror and all who wish to learn about the powerful female archetypes in cultures around the world.
About the Author
V. Castro is a two-time Bram Stoker Award-nominated writer born in San Antonio, Texas, to Mexican American parents. Fascinated by Mexican folklore and Texas urban legends, she has been writing horror since childhood. Now residing in the UK with her family, her recent works include: Alien Vasquez from Titan Books, Mestiza Blood and The Queen of the Cicadas from Flame Tree Press, Goddess of Filth from Creature Publishing, and The Haunting of Alejandra from Del Rey Books. Learn more at: vcastrostories.com and on social media @vlatinalondon / @vcastrobooks (Tik Tok).Dimensions (Overall): 9.19 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W)
Weight: 1.25 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 224
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology
Publisher: Watkins Publishing
Format: Hardcover
Author: V Castro
Language: English
Street Date: October 7, 2025
TCIN: 94566325
UPC: 9781786789983
Item Number (DPCI): 247-36-4738
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.25 pounds
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