Tales of Magic and Enchantment

Step into a realm where magic weaves through every page and timeless tales beckon the imagination.

In our series, Tales of Magic and Enchantment, Eric and Lucy Kincaid present a mesmerising collection of fairy and folk stories from around the globe. From the mischievous antics of goblins to the noble quests of heroes, each narrative breathes life into every character and setting. This anthology is a treasure trove for our young readers, offering a journey through enchanted forests, mystical lands and the boundless wonders of storytelling. Let these tales ignite your imagination and transport you to worlds where anything is possible.

Molly Whuppie

This is the tale of Molly Whuppie — a clever and fearless girl who outwitted a fearsome giant, not once, but three times. Her wit and courage won royal favour and changed her sisters’ fortunes forever.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version

Long Nose

A story of pride, politeness, and a little magic. Three brothers set out to win the clever Margaret’s hand, but only one has the kindness (and the nose) to succeed — with a little help from an unexpected friend.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version

Pixie Visitors

When mischievous pixies invade a weary farmer’s home night after night for raucous parties, sleep becomes a distant dream – until a clever trick turns the tables in the most unexpected way.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans coming soon

A Pot of Gold

Patrick dreams of finding a leprechaun’s hidden treasure, but when he finally catches one, outwitting the wily fairy proves trickier than he imagined. A Pot of Gold is a playful Irish folk tale about cleverness and greed.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans coming soon

The Magic Book

When curious James Julian dares to peek inside his wizard boss’s forbidden spell book, he accidentally unleashes a troll with a serious overwatering problem. The Magic Book is a fast-paced and hilarious tale of magical mayhem, one very soggy flowerpot, and a lesson in why some mysteries are best left locked.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version