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Yumboes, The Fairies ©Ken Wilson-Max 2013

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Asasabonsam- Ghana, western Africa myth: an arboreal vampire that had extremely long limbs with hooked toe claws because it hung upside down from branches to snatch up people passing by. It would suck the blood out of their thumbs.

Giraffe Centaur

If you’re looking to add some unique mythical creatures to your novel, African mythology has a rich array of fascinating and terrifying creatures that are perfect for adding some excitement a…

"Abada - African Unicorn"

Ninki Nanka ©Ken Wilson-Max 2013

Interior illustration from Vampires: A Hunter Guide, by Osprey Publishing. An African Vampire Hunter is about to pounce on his prey, an Asanbosam before it makes a meal out of it's next victim. Copyright of Osprey Publishing

African Mythology - The Tokoloshe If you are planning to visit South Africa in the near future, here is a little… by beetroot

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A Complete Guide to Entities of Myth, Legend, and Folklore

African Mythical Creatures: Tokoloshe, the Goblin ©Ken Wilson-Max

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