#88: Fairy Tale Truths
Did you know that April 2nd marks Hans Christian Andersen’s 216th birthday? Andersen’s work has been adapted and reimagined so many times it's become part of our literary DNA. In fact, it's hard to imagine the world of fairy tales without them. And while some were based on old folklore, many sprang from his own imagination — sometimes even incorporating details of his life and using the genre's fantastical trappings to write parables about his experiences.
This week we invite you to use your stories to explore larger truths. Whether you set them in a magical fairy tale realm or not, stories are a wonderful way to examine important ideas. So sit back, reflect, and prepare to let your imagination run wild through the forest.
This week's prompts
Write a cautionary fable about someone who always lies.
Adults – 117 stories
Write a story about an ordinary person speaking truth to power.
Adults – 69 stories
Write a fairy tale about an outsider trying to fit in.
Kids – 173 stories
Write about an author famous for their fairy tale retellings.
Teens – 73 stories
Stories
“The Writer and the Elf” by David Dicaire
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“Little Princess” by Hungara Gamelia
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“Silver Wings” by Samuel Cooley
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“Donly - Lies of a Lion” by Nancy Ball
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“In No One! ” by Dwavico .
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“lately in the village...” by Moon Bookstore
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“Pinocchio ” by Kendra Campos
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“Ace of Lies” by Stacy Clair
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“Truthful Lies” by Christopher Doriott
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“The Downside to Having a Power” by Ethan Long
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“THE LIE.” by Patricia Green
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“Ákángbó” by Deborah Ojo
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“The Differden” by Danielle Burke
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“Liar's Brows” by Tricia Shulist
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“The Birthday Suit” by Theresa Stefaniak
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$50
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Stories
Ended on 23:59 - Apr 09, 2021 EST
Won by Shannon Ethel 🏆
Title: No More Happy Endings
Submissions must be between 1,000 - 3,000 words and will be approved and published on Reedsy Prompts within 7 days of the contest closing.
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