183+ ‘Fairy tale’ Writing Prompts
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Companion for the Hero
In stories like Jack and the Beanstalk or Aladdin, there’s always a sidekick. Write about a unique sidekick that could…
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Unusual Fairy Tale Character
Create a character that is not usually part of a typical fairy tale. For example, maybe a kind witch, a…
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The Villain’s Perspective
Re-write a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain, delving into their motivations and feelings.
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Forgotten Characters’ Stories
Choose a minor or overlooked character from a well-known fairy tale and write their story.
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Fairy Tale of Your Own
Create your own new fairy tale using traditional elements – a quest, magical creatures, a prophecy, etc.
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Unlikely Fairy Godmother
Write about a character who unexpectedly becomes a fairy godmother, and how they navigate granting wishes.
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Modern Twist on Classics
Choose a traditional fairy tale and retell it in a modern setting, altering the plot or characters as needed.
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The Magic of Kindness
Write a fairy tale about a character who has no magical abilities or noble lineage but changes the world with…
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Dreams and Destiny
Create a comprehensive backstory for a fairy tale villain, focusing on how their decisions resulted in their infamous role.
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Tales from the Toy Chest
Choose a familiar fairy tale and rewrite it from the perspective of an inanimate object.
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Creating Your Own Fairy Tale
Imagine if you could create your own fairy tale. What would it be about?
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Lost in Magic Land
Write about a character from the modern world who finds themselves in a strange fairy tale kingdom.
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Forbidden Love in Enchanted Woods
Write about a love story between two characters from rival magical clans within an enchanted forest.
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Living Through a Fairy Tale
Pick your favorite fairy tale but imagine that you’re the lead character and you can change the story. How would…
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Fairy Tale Mashup
Create a new story by mashing up characters, settings, and plot elements from different fairy tales.
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Fairy Tale Role Swap
Imagine if a fairy tale character could swap their role with another character in the stories. Write about how the…
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Enchanted Items
Describe an ordinary everyday object that possesses magical qualities in your fairy tale world.
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Magical Creatures
Write a detailed description of an original fairy tale creature, including its abilities and habits.
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The Cursed Kingdom
Weave a fairy tale around a kingdom under a dreadful curse and the attempts to reverse it.
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Transformative Journey
Write a fairy tale about a character who goes through a life-changing journey with challenging trials.
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Hidden Realms
Craft a fairy tale story about a secret magical realm that exists unknown to most of the world.
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Unusual Heroes
Create a fairy tale where the hero isn’t traditional, like an anthropomorphised animal or mythical creature.
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Cupid’s Lost Arrow
Write a fairy tale about Cupid’s missing arrow and the chaos that ensues when it falls into the wrong hands.
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Rose Petal Potion
Create a fairy tale about a love potion made from the petals of a rare Valentine’s Day rose.
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The Valentine’s Mask
Pen a fairy tale about a disguised character attending a Valentine’s day masquerade ball.
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The Enchanted Valentine
Imagine a fairy tale about a magical Valentine that has the power to make people fall in love.
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The Forgotten Fairy Tale
Imagine finding an old, dusty book with a fairy tale never heard of before.
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From the Beast’s Eyes
Retell a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain or another minor character.
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Grimm’s Remix
Explore a classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale and reimagine it with a significant twist.
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The Never-Ending Enchantment
Your character is stuck in their own version of happily ever after that repeats every day, but they start to…
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Spellbound Slumber
Write a tale about a character who is cursed to sleep for eternity unless they learn to find inner peace.
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Life of the Grimm
Take the Brothers Grimm themselves as characters and plot out a tale whereby they encounter beings from their stories.
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The Brave Princess
Write a fairy tale where a princess, instead of being the damsel in distress waiting for her prince, becomes the…
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Sacrifice of the Fabled Martyr
Create a fairy tale hero who sacrifices their own happiness for the greater good.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers
Write a fairy tale centered around an unexpected hero who must journey through a month-long storm to bring forth a…
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Fairy Wings – Butterfly’s Tale
Create a fairy tale around a unique symbiosis between a fairy and a butterfly.
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Mirror of Animal Monarchy
Write a fairy tale reflecting an animal kingdom which mimics human monarchy system.
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Aquatic Aid
Develop a fairy tale around an underwater creature who assists a land-dwelling protagonist on a crucial mission.
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Taming Unseen Beast
Construct a fairy tale around the theme of conquering your deepest fears personified as a mystical beast.
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Fairy Tale Makeover
Choose a classic fairy tale and rewrite the story from another character’s perspective.
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Ashes to Ash: The Fire Tales
Create a fairy tale about a fire type Pokemon, Ash, who embodies the spirit of fire despite constant adversities.
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The Lost Pokemon Kingdom
Narrate a tale about a forgotten kingdom inhabited purely by Pokemon, discovered by a lost traveler.
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The Legend of the Legendary
Craft a fairy tale about a humble Pokemon who becomes a legendary savior of its kind.
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Gift of the Curse
Imagine a fairy tale where a character is bestowed with a curse that turns out to be a blessing in…
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Reimagining a Classic
Choose a classic fairy tale and transform or rewrite it from a different perspective.
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Reinvented Redemption
Reimagine Cinderella where the evil stepmother and stepsisters seek redemption.
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Fractured Fairy-Tales
Pick a popular fairy tale and fragment the narrative in non-chronological parts.
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Fairy Tale in Modern Times
Select a classic fairy tale and reinterpret it in a contemporary setting.