Dear Readers, As we enter the year 2025, it's hard not to be excited about the possibilities that lie ahead in the world of folklore research. In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in traditional stories and cultural practices from around the globe, driven by a desire to better understand our shared heritage and the complexities of human experience. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field came in 2022, when a team of international scholars announced that they had decoded an ancient text detailing the mythological origins of the world's first city. This discovery sparked a global conversation about the importance of preserving linguistic diversity and the power of storytelling to shape our collective understanding of history. In 2023, another group of researchers made headlines by releasing a new translation of a classic epic poem that had long been considered untranslatable. Their work opened up new avenues for exploration into the role of poetry in shaping cultural identity and the ways in which different traditions can inform one another's artistic expressions. As we look ahead to 2025, it seems clear that the field of folklore research is poised for even greater success. With continued investments in technology and scholarship, we may soon be able to unlock new insights into the history and culture of societies past. Who knows? Perhaps we will finally solve the mystery surrounding one of the greatest unsolved archaeological puzzles: the whereabouts of Atlantis. No matter what challenges lie ahead, one thing remains certain: our passion for exploring the world's rich tapestry of folklore has never been stronger. As researchers, writers, and storytellers come together in 2025, we can expect to be amazed by what lies beneath the surface of our shared heritage. Sincerely, Your friends at Folklore Quarterly

Dear Readers, As we enter the year 2025, it's hard not to be excited about the possibilities that lie ahead in the world of folklore research. In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in traditional stories and cultural practices from around the globe, driven by a desire to better understand our shared heritage and the complexities of human experience. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field came in 2022, when a team of international scholars announced that they had decoded an ancient text detailing the mythological origins of the world's first city. This discovery sparked a global conversation about the importance of preserving linguistic diversity and the power of storytelling to shape our collective understanding of history. In 2023, another group of researchers made headlines by releasing a new translation of a classic epic poem that had long been considered untranslatable. Their work opened up new avenues for exploration into the role of poetry in shaping cultural identity and the ways in which different traditions can inform one another's artistic expressions. As we look ahead to 2025, it seems clear that the field of folklore research is poised for even greater success. With continued investments in technology and scholarship, we may soon be able to unlock new insights into the history and culture of societies past. Who knows? Perhaps we will finally solve the mystery surrounding one of the greatest unsolved archaeological puzzles: the whereabouts of Atlantis. No matter what challenges lie ahead, one thing remains certain: our passion for exploring the world's rich tapestry of folklore has never been stronger. As researchers, writers, and storytellers come together in 2025, we can expect to be amazed by what lies beneath the surface of our shared heritage. Sincerely, Your friends at Folklore Quarterly