Eastern European mythology and folklore contain a rich, colorful blend of Christian and pagan tales, customs, and rituals. Many have lost their original significance, but others are still practiced—especially in remote, rural locations. House Spirits, the first in a series of books, will take you on a journey to discover nine fascinating house spirits you may never have heard of. Here are a few tidbits about what you can expect to find within the book’s pages: - Unusual noises at night in your attic may be a Talasum or a hungry Stopan. - Sacrificing a black hen and sprinkling its blood in the foundation of a new home keeps the building and occupants safe from evil spirits. - Builders often measure passersby with string or “capture” their shadow in the mortar of a wall to make structures strong. - Forgetting to wash your dishes at night and leaving your house messy anger a Kikimora, and she’ll get her revenge. - Don’t kill a snake because it may be the spirit guardian of your home. - Have you heard of the Bannik? Taking a steam bath will never be the same again after you learn about his habits. That’s not all. You’ll learn historical facts, discover fascinating and horrifying stories, and enjoy beautiful illustrations to gain a complete experience of these elusive house spirits.

Or are they innocent maidens looking for love? Discover the allure of Slavic mermaids – Rusalki. Author Ronesa Aveela takes an in-depth look at these pale, beautiful water maidens who captivated her heart as a child in the tales her grandmother told her. Rusalki – Slavic Mermaids, the second book in the series of Eastern European mythology and folklore, takes you into the heart of a rural culture focused on fertility and survival. Through folklore, literature, music, videos, and illustrations, you’ll uncover the secrets of these spirits who have haunted Eastern Europe for centuries. Here are a few topics you can expect to find within the book’s · Learn how to protect yourself from their enchantments. · Read about terrifying encounters. · Discover how “magical healers” cure the inflicted of the dreaded “Rusalka Disease.” Rusalki – Slavic Mermaids is an enlightening nonfiction cultural study in the Spirits and Creatures series. If you like impeccable research, chilling stories, and clever humor, then you’ll love Ronesa Aveela’s educational folklore series. Explore the pages of Rusalki – Slavic Mermaids today to discover a world of wonders.

Have you ever wondered if dragons were real? Author Ronesa Aveela grew up in Bulgaria, terrified by tales of dragons capturing beautiful girls for their brides. Her grandmother armed her with protective herbs and performed rituals passed down from generation to generation. Dragons, the third book in the series, takes you across Eastern Europe to discover folkloric beliefs, fairy tales, customs, and rituals about the dragons who once lived in the land, and still do within the hearts of many. You’ll learn historical facts, discover intriguing and horrifying stories, and enjoy beautiful illustrations to gain a complete experience of these magnificent creatures. Here are a few topics you can expect to find within the book’s pages: \* Learn about how dragons or the idea of dragons developed. Did they ever exist in some form in the past? \* Explore the lives of dragons: their purpose, how they live, how to defeat or appease them. \*Discover the stories, facts, and fiction behind several popular dragon slayers. Dragons is an enlightening nonfiction cultural study in the Spirits and Creatures series. If you like impeccable research, chilling stories, and clever humor, then you’ll love Ronesa Aveela’s educational folklore series. Explore the pages of Dragons today to discover a world of wonders.