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The opening episode of Lost Boys and Fairies sees Siôn Daniel Young's character, Gabriel, reticent to open up to his social worker about his upbringing and the shame he felt over his sexuality.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

Fairies adopt an orphaned human baby, who grows up to become Jolly Old St. Nicholas.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2019

They have titles such as “Playful Puppies” and “Disney Fairies — Sparkling With Talent.”

From Washington Post • Jul. 23, 2019

“Agatha Raisin and the Fairies of Fryfam” with Ashley Jensen is now streaming on Acorn.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2018

Fairies hovered everywhere, gathered in the air all around the tree house.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull