Magic, Myths, and Me

Fantasy storytelling inspired by myth and imagination

A Dream Bound in Hardcover

There are moments in an author’s journey that feel surreal. Today was one of them. After months of writing, editing, illustrating, redesigning, and refining, I finally ordered the very first prototype of Once Upon a Moʻolelo: A Collection of Kaʻao. It isn’t the final version—not yet. In fact, I’ve spent the last several days obsessing…

Kathleen Saito

July 2, 2026

Fairytales, Mythology

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Greek Siren Myths

The Sirens from Greek mythology weren’t originally mermaids. For over a thousand years, myths changed shape—until bird-women of the sea slowly transformed into the fish-tailed sirens we recognize today.

Kathleen Saito

May 22, 2026

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A Visual Showcase of my Works

Kathleen Saito

May 4, 2026

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A Little Seed of Faith

I go to a little Catholic church in a small town on Maui almost every Sunday. One Sunday during mass, I looked outside and noticed a sturdy tree standing beside the church. It is beautiful and strong, and I couldn’t help but wonder if hearing the good word every day had somehow contributed to its…

Kathleen Saito

April 28, 2026

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Coming Soon to Kindle ****Mahina Lepo****

Mahina Lepo began as a question rather than a story. For my capstone, I wanted to explore what would happen if a well-known fairy tale—Cinderella—was retold through a Hawaiian cultural lens. Not just in setting, but in worldview, language, and meaning. I wasn’t interested in simply changing names or scenery. I wanted the story to…

Kathleen Saito

April 23, 2026

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Japanese Mermaid Legends

It is incredible to discover mermaid legends from different parts of the world. In some cultures, mermaids are portrayed as gentle and benevolent beings. In others, they are feared as dangerous omens that lure ships toward their doom. Japanese folklore offers yet another fascinating perspective, linking mermaids—known as Ningyo 人魚—to the mystery of long life…

Kathleen Saito

March 14, 2026

Fairytales, Merfolk Lore, Modern Fantasy, Mythology

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Creating My First Sirena TikTok Trailer

As an author, I’m always looking for new ways to share my stories. Recently I decided to try something different—creating a short video trailer for my book Sirena. I wanted something quick and cinematic that could capture the mysterious feeling of the deep ocean and give viewers a glimpse into the world beneath the Mariana…

Kathleen Saito

March 12, 2026

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Exploring the Hidden Realm of Chrysos

Beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean lies a hidden world few humans will ever see. In my novel Sirena, the ocean hides an ancient kingdom known as Chrysos, located near the Mariana Trench. This realm is filled with coral forests, ancient ruins, shipwrecks, and deep ocean currents that guard its secrets. The legend of…

Kathleen Saito

March 11, 2026

Fairytales, Merfolk Lore, Modern Fantasy

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Mermaid Legends

Kathleen Saito

March 9, 2026

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Ocean Fantasy Question

Kathleen Saito

March 7, 2026

Merfolk Lore, Modern Fantasy

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