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Cheers,
Aspasía S. Bissas
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It’s that time of year again when we pay homage to the monster that brought vampires to the masses, the Count himself: Dracula.
As you can imagine, Dracula has sparked imaginations countless time since Bram Stoker’s novel was first published in 1897. The number of onscreen adaptations alone could keep you occupied for a lifetime. But today we’re focusing on a few of the products that have made it to market over the years– apologies if you have the sudden urge to start scouring flea markets and online ads…
The cover art alone makes this album by Bob McFadden worth seeking out…
Featuring “authentic Transylvanian recipes” by Marina Polvay. Not gonna lie– I want a copy.
(Someone posted a few shots of the book on instagram, including a recipe for Veal Roast. Take a look here.)
If you’re looking for something more along the lines of what Dracula himself would eat, Ardin C. Price’s recipes all feature blood. I wouldn’t say no to this one, either (although I don’t think I’d make any of the recipes.)
(There are also shots of this book on instagram, including a recipe for Totoga– Roasted Pig Organs. Take a look here.)
One gram of soil in a coffin amulet, and it comes with a certificate of authenticity. Just in case Dracula needs to crash at your place and doesn’t have any native soil on him.
Commissioned by Bela Lugosi himself to give to friends, it’s rumoured that only 25 were made, and of those only a few are left. Happy hunting!
Based on Edward Gorey’s original designs for the set of the 1977 theatre adaptation of Dracula. An updated version of the toy theatre is still in print.
I actually got to play this once when I was a kid, and I’ve got to say it’s pretty fun to get a vampire bite– even if it is only red marker dots on your finger. There are other Dracula games out there, but there might not be any better ones.
Made by the Aurora company, these were meant to be assembled and painted. Some people like model planes, some like model monsters.
These are probably the easiest items to find; it would be fun to collect as many variations as possible.
Do you have any of these? Which would you want to get if you could? Share in the comments…
Cheers,
Aspasía S. Bissas
The Count isn’t the only fanged fiend out there– download my books now and meet some new monsters…
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If you prefer paperback, use this link to order Love Lies Bleeding from Bookshop – a portion of each sale goes directly to independent bookstores, as well as to myself. Thank you for supporting indie! ♥
Wishing you a dramatic World Goth Day 🦇
Cheers,
Aspasía S. Bissas
You know how to set the mood– download my books now…
Love Lies Bleeding: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
FREE Blood Magic: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
FREE Tooth & Claw: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
If you prefer paperback, use this link to order Love Lies Bleeding from Bookshop – a portion of each sale goes directly to independent bookstores, as well as to myself. Thank you for supporting indie! ♥
Honor the Gods has written a great post on an important topic. Keep reading to find out about how you can help bees…
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Aristaeus is the son of Apollo and the huntress Cyrene. He was raised by nymphs, from whom he learned the rustic arts of bee-keeping, mead-making, and cheese-making. He also studied with the centaur Chiron, from whom he learned the selection and uses of medicinal herbs. Aristaeus taught these arts to humanity and was widely revered as a benevolent deity.
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Today, May 20, has been designated World Bee Day by the United Nations!
Bees and other pollinators, such as butterflies, bats and hummingbirds, are increasingly under threat from human activities.
You can help by:
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Happy Victoria Day Weekend to my fellow Canadians! This weekend is the official first day of summer around here, and we celebrate with traditional activities, including: the first barbecue of the season, getting started on the garden, and your drunk neighbour setting off fireworks too close to your house.
For me, one of the best things to do on a long weekend is to get into a good novel. Join me and get your read on with one of my books:
Love Lies Bleeding: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
FREE Blood Magic: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
FREE Tooth & Claw: Smashwords, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books
If you prefer paperback, use this link to order Love Lies Bleeding from Bookshop – a portion of each sale goes directly to independent bookstores, as well as to myself. Thank you for supporting indie! ♥
Have a safe and fun weekend, no matter what your plans are… 🍁
Aspasía S. Bissas
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