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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
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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
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Magic, Myths, and Me 