thersa matsuura

writings of mythical realism

bookplates

If you’ve purchased a copy of A Robe of Feathers and would like a signed bookplate just e-mail me at kappa(at)thersamatsuura.com.  I’ve also made hanga stamps depicting four of the creatures that appear in the collection. Pick the one you like and I’ll be happy to send that as well.

Kara Kasa Obake

Kara Kasa Obake

The Kara Kasa Obake is a haunted parasol that hops around on one hairy leg, tongue lolling, eye ball ogling.

Yuki Onna

Yuki Onna

The Yuki Onna is a Snow Witch. Absolutely stunning, whatever you don’t let her lure you into her warm cabin and blow that sweet breath across your face.

Oni

Oni

An Oni is a Japanese style devil. They come in red and blue, complete with horns, heavy clubs, and tiger skin underwear.

Neko Mata

Neko Mata

A Neko Mata looks much like a regular cat except that it has two tails, its skin glows when you pet it backwards, and it has powers of necromancy.