Murder Ballad Competition

Ok, this isn't actually our competition, but we're working with www.planetslade.com to bring this wonderful site to your attention.

There is something about a good murder ballad that gives it life of it's own. There's nothing like a gruesome tail to really make people sit up and pay attention. Killers, robbers from many years ago preserved in history that's often been turned into films, play etc.

Paul Slade has painstakingly researched the truth behind the legends, tracked down the original victims and even come close to finding the grave.

Please visit his site have a good look around and then reward yourself by doing the competition. Even if you don't win it'll be time well spent. Paul has the knack of getting the information in an exciting way, you really will want to examine the stories in detail.