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Hey there folks! Welcome to American Folklore. This folklore site contains retellings of American folktales, Native American myths and legends, tall tales, weather folklore and ghost stories from each and every one of the 50 United States. You can read about all sorts of famous characters like Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill, Daniel Boone, and many more. So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a comfy chair, and stay awhile.

featured Spooky Campfire Tales
Read the latest spooky campfire stories plus some downright scary tales about witches, monsters, devils, and a few other things that go bump in the night!

Tall Tales

Tall Tales * Brer Rabbit
* Paul Bunyan
* Pecos Bill
* Weather Lore

Spooky Stories

Scary Halloween Stories * The Devil
* Ghost Stories
* The Jersey Devil
* Supernatural Tales

Myths & Legends

Myths and legends * Heroes & Villains
* Legendary Women
* Tricksters
* Urban Legends

Children's Stories

Campfire Tales * American Folk Songs
* Bedtime Stories
* Nursery Rhymes
* Tongue Twisters
      

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