Enchanted Times #3 - a fairy tale zine inc. magic beans

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As always, the Enchanted Times journal brings you the very latest developments in the world of revisionist fairy tales, including stories and embroidery patterns from your editor, Su Mwamba, guest features from 2 roving reporters, a stunning original illustration by Holly Mitchell, as well as ads from our sponsors offering essential services to enchanted realm inhabitants.

Highlights of this issue include:

* Always pay the piper - the Pied Piper of Hamelin's 'confession'
* Fast-As-You-Can Weight Loss Plan gingerbread recipe & advertisement feature
* An open letter from the Magical Objects Restoration Society, forwarded by Onyx Mail Services
* Hansel & Gretel in cross stitch (pattern adapted from illustration by Charles Robinson)
* Just Desserts - the story of the Gingerbread Man and Hansel & Gretel intertwined
* He said, she said - witness statements from those involved in the recent Red Riding Hood scandal, sourced by guest reporter Penelope Harris
* 'The millet reached the sky' - a counted thread embroidery pattern adapted from a Jugoslav fairy tale illustration
* The Mirror book review supplement: a reflection of contemporary literature in the fairy tale genre

Sneak previews of selected stories & features are available at http://enchantedtimes.wordpress.com