Ep 50: Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends with Claire Fayers
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Why does the Welsh flag have a dragon on it? In episode 50 with fairy tale author Claire Fayers, we explore this and more Welsh folklore mysteries. In our discussion, Claire, author of 'Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends', gives us insights into Welsh language revival efforts and the resurgence of interest in Celtic traditions. Claire was born and brought up in South Wales and has built a successful writing career, including her award-winning children’s book The Accidental Pirates: Voyage to Magical North. We explore the darker themes of traditional fairy tales, her creative writing process, and how fairy tale retellings are adapted for modern audiences. Other questions we discuss based off her fairy tale adaptations include, should you ever trust the magical Tylwyth Teg and how did the town of Beddgelert get its name?  Don't miss this fun episode!

**Links: **https://clairefayers.com/)

https://www.amazon.com/Welsh-Fairy-Tales-Myths-Legends/dp/0702305510

Notes:

📚 Claire's Writing Career

• She built a successful writing career, including the award-winning children's book "The Accidental Pirates Voyage to Magical North."
• Claire has written eight books, including "Fairy Tales, Myths, and Legends."

🗣 Language Preservation

• Importance of language in preserving culture and identity discussed.
• Bilingual programs and changing attitudes towards speaking multiple languages mentioned.

📖 Research Methods

• Claire collects information by talking to people and research
• Stories are often passed down through generations with variations.

📚 Story Selection

• Claire carefully selects stories that are relatable for children and can connect with them.
• Some stories needed adjustments to make them more suitable for younger audiences.

🔍 Challenges of Retelling Stories

• Adapting stories to be more relatable for children was a challenge.
• Making the stories engaging and suitable for schools and storytimes.

🌟 Impact of Storytelling

• Sharing stories helps in connecting people and preserving cultural heritage.
• Stories reflect the values and experiences of different cultures.

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