Nana Tomova Storyteller

14/06/2026

I’ve started writing a new book. Just last week. This one I’ve wanted to write for a few years. It of course contains stories. I won’t reveal anything yet.
It’s interesting about what happens after a book release.

Release.

It’s an accurate word.

We were discussing this at home after the release of Bulgarian Folk Tales last week. How much is held in when something is created, and how much the body physically releases after the project is liberated, set free, released into the world. Creation is akin to an inhale that lasts for months, followed by a sweet, sweet exhale.

Photo of me by Irene Morgan at my poetry book launch in 2018.

13/06/2026

Join me for a Summer Solstice Story Walk this Friday at the Cabrach. Limited tickets available. ☀️☀️

🌞✨ Celebrate the Summer Solstice with Stories in the Landscape ✨🌞

Join The Cabrach Trust and traditional storyteller Nana Tomova for a magical evening story walk along the Cabrach Discovery Trails.

On this special solstice evening, as we journey through the beautiful Cabrach landscape, you'll hear enchanting tales of the sun and moon, rivers and trees, magic and hope. As daylight lingers on the longest day of the year, nature and storytelling will come together to create a relaxing, immersive and unforgettable experience.

🌿 Story Walk with Nana Tomova
📍 The Cabrach Discovery Trails
📅 Summer Solstice Evening

Spaces are limited and advance booking is essential.
To find out more and book your place, follow the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989896536106?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come and experience the wonder of stories woven into the landscape of The Cabrach.

09/06/2026

🌈 Gender bending rainbow powers 🌈
Did you know that an old Bulgarian mythological belief is that the rainbow is magical as it connects heaven and earth. The rainbow carries in itself a godly power, like no other.

When waters in the heavens decrease and the sunshine greets the rain, the rainbow comes out to drink from the rivers. There, where the rainbow quenches her thirst, she leaves a silver cup.

If a person drinks from the cup, they can be granted any wish. If they walk under the rainbow, they have the ability to change gender. The only other mythological being that has that power is the eagle!

The story of Under the Rainbow can be found in my book of Bulgarian Folk Tales, and it felt an important story to include 🧡

Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈

07/06/2026

Thank you to all who came to our book launch. It was a beautiful evening. Rima and Nana shared the process with their work, Nana told the story of the Samodiva that graces the cover of the book, whilst Rima played the accordion. It was magical, thank you for sharing it with us.

May you enjoy this book.

07/06/2026

Join Rima Staines - Artist and I for the online book launch of Bulgarian Folk Tales this evening at 8pm BST.

You can register here:

Join author and artist to celebrate the launch of Bulgarian Folk Tales.

06/06/2026

Seeing your book casually on the shelf.
This will never get old 💚

05/06/2026

Some of my favourite books by Bulgarian authors, written or masterfully translated into English 💚

05/06/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who came last night to celebrate the launch of Bulgarian Folk Tales. It was old friends and new friends. Some from close by, and some had travelled for hundreds of miles just to come. I am touched. Thank you.

There were stories and reading, questions and answers, laughter and tears.

Thank you to the wonderful for hosting this beautiful event. Community is important to me, and they are central to the community here. There are some signed books in store for those who couldn’t make it but wish to get a copy.