A look at Celtic legend

We jumped at the chance to celebrate some of the mythology that comes from Ireland, Wales, Cornwall and Scotland. Incredible to think that we still tell these spellbinding stories today, thousands of years later… Prepare to be bewitched.

  • Tales from Old Ireland

    by Malachy Doyle, illustrated by Niamh Sharkey 

    2017 5 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Around the world
    • Funny
    • Myths and legends
    • Picture books

    This stunningly illustrated collection of stories has its roots in oral storytelling and features giants, demons and wicked stepmothers, with a good dose of magic, cruelty and gentle humour.

  • The Story of King Arthur

    by Siân Lewis, illustrated by Graham Howells 

    2017 5 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Classics
    • Historical
    • Love and romance
    • Picture books

    A comprehensive and illustrated retelling of the story of King Arthur and his knights, from the years before his birth to his final departure for Avalon. 

  • Tales from the Celtic Countries

    by Rhiannon Ifans, illustrated by Margaret Jones 

    2017 5 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Historical
    • Myths and legends
    • Picture books

    This unusual story collection features a total of 12 tales from the six Celtic countries. Fabulous, ethereal illustrations capture the magical nature of the narratives which, like all the oldest fables, are rather grisly but also hilarious and quirky.

  • Dragon Gold

    by Shoo Rayner 

    2014 5 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Chapter books
    • Fantasy
    • Funny
    • Myths and legends

    This entertaining chapter book, with comical black-and-white illustrations, combines Welsh mythology with everyday life, friendship and trust. The first in a trilogy, it is sure to captivate independent young readers.

  • The Four Branches of the Mabinogi

    by Siân Lewis, illustrated by Valériane Leblond 

    2015 5 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Around the world
    • Classics
    • Myths and legends

    Enchanting, engrossing and beautifully illustrated, this is a wonderfully accessible retelling of the most ancient of recorded legends, and a great introduction to the ancient storytelling heritage of Wales.

  • Illustrated Welsh Folk Tales for Young and Old

    by Peter Stevenson 

    2023 9 to 14 years 

    • Adventure
    • Funny
    • Historical
    • Myths and legends

    Lavishly illustrated in glorious colour, the stories in this stunning collection range from updates of ancient, traditional tales to charming snippets of entertaining nonsense but both text and pictures share a quirky edge and slightly anarchic humour with knowing winks and witty asides to the reader.