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Happy Swiss National Day, dear compatriots! Today, as we celebrate the confederation's birth and the robust unity that makes us one, I...

When discussing my series of small articles about mythological creatures from all over the world recently, I was fortunate enough to be...

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Ireland's folklore is filled with amazing creatures that have captivated the imaginations of countless generations of people. I myself...

Having grown up in a beautiful, rural part of Switzerland, I have heard myriad stories about different creatures living in the mountains, forests and bodies of water all around us. As I have grown older, my fascination for mythology only increased. However, until recently, this fascination revolved mainly around myths and legends from other parts of the world. And while I am still deeply in love with those stories and will, in time, certainly write articles about them, I want

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Being an aspiring author myself, I truly appreciate that writing is a process of continuous progress and that avoiding frequent writing...

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Many readers and authors find magic systems in literature to be fascinating. From the wand-waving spells of Harry Potter to the subtle...

The world of Harry Potter has enchanted readers for decades, and one of the most beloved and integral aspects of the series is its magic...

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Discover the top 10 must-read fantasy books of all time, from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" to Ursula K. Le Guin's "Earthsea Cycl