Time to beat the drums and enjoy the anticipation of a 11th Story Crossroads theme reveal as part of the A to Z Blog Challenge (http://www.a-to-zchallenge.com) that happens throughout the month of April. These are 26 postings for each of the letters of the alphabet (with rest on Sundays). We accept the challenge…again.
AND THE THEME IS…
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THEME:
Death & Defiance: Folk & Fairy Tales Unburied
Prepare to journey into the shadowy depths of folklore, where death is not an end but a beginning. Throughout history, cultures around the world have woven eerie and enthralling tales of spirits, tricksters, and those who dare to defy fate itself. From spectral lovers who refuse to part to clever mortals who outwit the Grim Reaper, these stories remind us that death is often more than a final farewell—it is a force to be challenged, tricked, or even embraced. This April, we will unearth forgotten legends, unravel chilling mysteries, and celebrate the defiant spirits who refuse to go quietly into the night.
With Death & Defiance: Folk & Fairy Tales Unburied, each letter of the alphabet will unlock a new tale steeped in mortality and rebellion. Some will send shivers down your spine, while others will leave you marveling at the resilience of the human (or supernatural) soul. Expect encounters with ghostly guardians, fearless heroes, and mischievous beings who dance on the edge of the afterlife. Whether you’re drawn to the macabre or fascinated by folklore’s defiant streak, this theme promises 26 riveting glimpses into the unknown—one haunting letter at a time.
Join us starting April 1, 2025.
As for our past A to Z Challenges…
While you enjoy this blog, Story Crossroads celebrates the 10th hybrid summit & festival on May 5-8, 2025 – yes, in-person and virtual – and would be honored for you to join us. Explore the schedule and register here: http://www.storycrossroads.org/Festival
Thanks to funding from National Endowment for the Arts; National Endowment for the Humanities; Creative West; Utah Division of Arts and Museums; Utah Humanities; City of Murray; Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) of Salt Lake County; Salt Lake City Arts Council; and people like you.
Bring it on! Sounds like a lot of reading ahead for April but it should be fun!
Looking forward to reading your entries again this year. This year I’m attempting to write a fictional folktale-like story using 26 random words that have been generated by MacChatGPT. Truly an A to Z Challenge.
Sounds fun! I’m doing A to Z of Dog Breeds on Stamps.
This sounds great! I’m looking forward to your posts.
https://deborah-weber.com/a-to-z-blogging-challenge-2025-theme-reveal/