These famous Welsh authors, whose names and words have carried through history, inspire us with their timeless stories and poems about Wales. Whether they are modern Welsh authors like Bethan Gwanas or poets from the Middle Ages like Dafydd ap…
9 Welsh History Books That Rediscover the Land of the Dragon
This compelling collection of 9 Welsh history books covers every historical period of the beloved country of Cymru. The authors guide us from the Stone Age to the princes and kings of the old Welsh kingdoms. We see how stories…
7 YA Fantasy Romance Novels With Celtic Mythos and Magic
The pages of these YA fantasy romance novels are simmering with Celtic mythology, magic, adventure, and complicated love. Whether you’re familiar with the lore and beliefs of the Celts or not, these vivid tales will surely capture your heart. If…
Is the Dismantled Stone Circle Waun Mawn the Welsh Stonehenge?
If you’ve ever heard anything about a “Welsh Stonehenge,” a site related to the famous megalithic structure on Salisbury Plain in England, you may be interested in learning the history of Waun Mawn. Waun Mawn, a site in western Wales,…
Ancient Welsh Religion: Druids and the Fairy Faith in Books
Ancient Welsh religion boils down to Celtic paganism. The Celts worshipped many deities and believed in life after death, possibly through reincarnation. They also believed that spirits lived in everything, both living and non-living. What was the ancient Welsh religion,…
The Best Underrated YA Fantasy Book Series with Welsh Influence
The underrated YA fantasy book series on this list all have one thing in common. Welsh myths, legends, and folklore have influenced them in some way. Even the majestic landscapes of Wales itself helped inspire the authors. We consider books…