The staleness of the Dark Lord trope and why you should use the "banality of evil" theory to create a truly realistic antagonist for your next fantasy fiction project. Also, a handy list of dark-lord flaws and a list of traits associated with psychopaths.

What is a chronicle? What makes a good chronicler? How to write a chronicle and why you should be careful when choosing to write a dead chronicle. Also, what are cup and ring markings? And how are cup markings related to cosmic worlds? Visit the Badger Stone to study cup marks and think about cyclical time.

How did the Phoenician port of Leptis Magna come to be in a grassy garden in Surrey, England where it would become known as the Folly of Augustus? Also, Rathlin Island is in the news — but where is it? And why would Rathlin be a great location for your next fantasy fiction title?

What is Hecate's Supper? Why should we celebrate the triple-bodied goddess of boundaries on the liminal night of September 16th? Plus, twenty things people *hate* about fantasy fiction!

What is adult contemporary fantasy? Interview with Amanda Fleet, author of the Guardians of The Realm series

What is a clootie well? Where is Albion? And, in news, the Old Apple Tree is declared dead. Plus, are you writing fantasy fiction?

Who were the Fir Bolg and Fomorians? What are the 13 treasures of island Britain? Also, what are celestial skyfish? Are they an undiscovered species or perhaps lifeforms from another dimension?

Snailbeach, the Stiperstones, and the diafol. Also, ABCs such as the Beast of Exmoor; and why Catholic monks are associated with witch thimbles

This week: Stonehenge sarsens from West Woods, near Marlborough. Plus, celestial trumpets and dhampir. Also, what are Clarke's three laws?

What is an elemental? Who was Paracelsus? How to be sure a witness had a truly phantasmal experience. Also, wulvers, and the beast of Bray Road.