Just in time for Hallowe'en, a group of villains arrived at the bookshop for a special edition of Sandman's monthly fairy tale story time. Adults and children alike were delighted (if perhaps a tiny bit scared) to meet their favorite antagonists, portrayed by friendly cosplayers.

The costumed volunteers spent hundreds of hours making character outfits for Medusa, the Dognapper, the Queen of Hearts, the Sea Witch, the Queen of the Moors, the Emperor, the Wicked Witch, and Poison Ivy. Photographer David Sussman photographed the event, creating beautiful portraits of the cast.

Morgan K. as "Medusa." © David Sussman Photography 2016

Harmony Lange as "Steampunk Poison Ivy" (outfit by Time Travel Costumes). © David Sussman Photography 2016

Lala Capetto as "the Queen of Hearts. " © David Sussman Photography 2016

Narissa Pannell as "the Sea Witch" (outfit by Time Travel Costumes). © David Sussman Photography 2016

Heidi Lange as "the Dognapper" (outfit by Time Travel Costumes). © David Sussman Photography 2016

Jared Puls as "The Emperor." © David Sussman Photography 2016

Douglas Coventry as "the Fairy Tale Teller" (outfit by Time Travel Costumes). © David Sussman Photography 2016

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