305+ ‘Fairy’ Writing Prompts
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Fairy Tale Reality TV
Write a satirical fairy tale that revolves around the concept of a fairy-tale themed reality TV show.
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Misinterpreted Magic
Create a story where the magic system is based on modern technology that fairy tale characters constantly misinterpret.
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Fairy Tale Government
Create a fairy tale world ruled by a government that has political structures and issues mirroring our world.
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Unconventional Hero
Write a fairy tale featuring an unlikely protagonist who triumphs through unexpected means.
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Fairy’s Flight
Write about the world and its marvels from the perspective of a tiny fairy who has just learned to fly.
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Dance of the Fairy Sprite
Weave a tale in verse about a fairy sprite whose every move translates into poetry.
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Fabled Transformation
Write a fairy tale in verse about a vain noble, who is transformed into an unsightly creature and can only…
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Melodic Kingdoms
Compose a verse wherein the kingdom is ruled by a monarch whose decrees take the form of song.
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Rhythmic Sorcery
Compose a verse fairy tale centered around a wizard whose magic spells must be spoken in rhymes.
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Journey of the Sugar Plum Fairy
Describe the life and experiences of the Sugar Plum Fairy from her own perspective.
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Collision of Worlds
Write a narrative about a romantic connection between beings of two entirely different realms, such as a fairy and a…
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The Mysterious Woodland Creature
Write a fairy-tale about encountering a magical woodland creature that no one has ever seen.
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The Wishing Well
Imagine you stumble upon a magical wishing well that can grant any three wishes, write about what you would wish…
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A Journey into Clouds
Stare up at the sky and pick a cloud that looks like something – perhaps an animal, object, or character.…
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Valentine’s Day in Fairyland
Imagine being a fairy who is in charge of spreading love on Valentine’s Day.
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The Concrete Wilderness
In your story, mythical creatures coexist secretly in a modern city and the protagonist stumbles upon their world.
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Fanning the Whimsy Flame
Write a short fantasy story featuring your childhood self as the main character.
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Betrayed by the Beast
Invent a plot twist where the beast, not Gaston, is the true villain of the story.
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The Wicked Stepmother’s Redemption
Describe a story where the wicked stepmother, instead of being the villain, redeems herself by the end.
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Puppeteer Fairy Godmother
Imagine a scenario where the fairy godmother is controlling people’s lives for her amusement.
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Trade of Appearances
Explore a plot where the ugly witch and the beautiful princess swap their appearances.
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The Deceptive Charming Prince
Write a tale where the charming prince, usually the hero, is actually the villain.
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The Pastry Chef and the Ogre
Write a fairy tale about a pastry chef who inadvertently bakes an ogre into his most popular cake.
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Fantastical Fairy-tale Journey
You are a character in a fairy tale. Describe a long journey through a magical land.
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Overcoming Greed’s Grasp
Create a tale about a character that is consumed by greed and how they eventually surmount it.
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Destiny and the Star-Crossed
Design a plotline where destiny is inevitable, and yet a pair of unlucky lovers defy the odds.
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Transformation Triggers
Choose a character and craft a story where they undergo a significant transformation, physically, emotionally or both.
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Magic Mirror’s Truth
Imagine that there’s a magic mirror in your story which shows not the physical, but rather the moral appearance.
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Quest for Courage
Write a tale about a character going on a seemingly impossible quest that ultimately helps them to discover their own…
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The Other Side of Happily Ever After
Take a classic fairy tale and write a sequel where everything did not end ‘happily ever after’.
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Legend of the Lost Kingdom
Write about a forgotten fairy tale kingdom that’s slowly being rediscovered.
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Journey into the Storybook
Imagine you’ve been transported into your favorite fairy tale – describe your experience.
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Your Own Fairy Tale
Write out your own original fairy tale, complete with a mystical creature, a daring quest, and a moral at the…
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A Magical Transformation
Imagine you have a fairy godmother who can transform you into anything – explain what you would choose.
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The Benevolent Monarch
Picture a king or queen who rules not by fear or force, but by love and compassion.
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Unrequited Fairy Love
Reimagine a classic fairy tale where the prince/princess falls in love with a non-human entity like a magical creature or…
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The Fae World order
Create a story where the magical creatures from various fairy tales create their own united world, changing their destiny.
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From Villain to Hero
Rewrite a classic fairy tale from the perspective of the villain, showcasing him/her as a misunderstood hero.
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Puppeteering Reality
Write a story in which a classic fairy tale character manipulates their story to avoid their original fate.
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Lost in a Snow Globe
Imagine what it would be like to live inside of a snow globe during the winter holidays.
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Fantasy Fairy Tale
Write your own fairy tale with a unique twist. Be the hero, the villain, or even an enchanting creature.
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Cursed Ivory Palace
Imagine a fairy tale scenario where a whole kingdom has been transformed into an eternal winter and the castle into…
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Frosty the Hero
What would happen if Frosty the Snowman was the hero in a classic fairy tale having to rescue a human…
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Creating My Own Fairy Tale
Write your own fairy tale, complete with heroes, villains, magical items, and lessons learned.
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Fairytale Kingdom
Imagine that you have been transported into your favorite fairy tale. Describe the surroundings and how you interact with the…
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Gateways Between Galaxies
In a universe where mystical portals lead to technological galaxies, write about an enchanting fairy who finds herself in a…
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Pact of Two Worlds
Imagine a fairy princess who falls in love with a human, risking the wrath of her king.
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Magical Love Triangle
Write a story about a fairy, a witch and a commoner entangled in a love triangle.
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Faulty Fairy Vacation
Pen a story about a fairy messing up your vacation wishes and the laughable mess you find yourself in.
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Fairytale Makeover
Pick a fairy tale character who you thought was misunderstood or misrepresented and rewrite their story.
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Stepping into Another’s Shoes
Imagine you are the protagonist of your favourite fairy tale. How would you react to the challenges faced by the…
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Tea Parties with Imaginary Friends
Write about a dream tea party with all your favourite fairy tale characters present there.
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Turning the Clock Back
Choose one of your favourite fairy tales from your childhood and rewrite the ending.
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The Frog Prince of the Underworld
What if the frog prince was cursed for ruling the underworld with cruelty, instead of being a handsome prince cursed…
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Sleeping Beauty and Time Travel
Sleeping Beauty wakes up not 100 years later from her own time, but in the 21st century after a scientific…
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Red Riding Hood, P.I.
Retell the story of ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ as a film noir. Give the characters detective-story roles.
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Cinderella in the Corporate World
Reimagine the popular fairy tale Cinderella, replacing the magical kingdom with the corporate world.
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Sleeping Beauty’s December Awakening
Pen a tale where Sleeping Beauty wakes up in the middle of December and experiences modern holiday celebrations.
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Red Riding Hood’s Winter Adventure
Retell the story of Red Riding Hood taking place in the middle of December, surrounded by snow and holiday festivities.
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Cinderella’s Christmas Miracle
Write a tale about how Cinderella would celebrate Christmas with the Prince.
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December’s Frozen Lake
Write a story about a frozen lake in December that transforms into a magical portal at midnight.
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Fantastical News Headlines
Write a news report on an event from a myth, fairy tale, or well-known story as though it happened today.
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Blood Red Riding Hood
Rewrite the classic tale of ‘Red Riding Hood’ but turn the protagonist into a werewolf.
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Fairy Tale Feelings
Rewrite a favorite fairy tale from your childhood from your current perspective.
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A Fairy Princess in the Human World
How would a fairy princess react if she found herself suddenly transported to the human world?
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The Witch’s Redemption
Create a fairy tale where the typical wicked witch character has a chance at redemption.
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Heroes in Disguise
Write a fairy tale where the hero of the story is an unlikely or overlooked character.
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Fairy Tale Retold
Select a favorite fairy tale and rewrite it as a poem, adding your own unique perspective or twist.
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Fairy in the Garden
Write a story about finding a fairy in your garden and the spell she taught you.
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Leprechaun’s Landscape
Create a poem from the perspective of a leprechaun surveying the Irish landscapes.
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3. The Fairy Forest Adventure
Imagine you discover a secret path in the woods leading to a fairy kingdom, write about your adventure.
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Autumn Fairy’s Adventure
Imagine you’re a fairy who lives in a tree which changes color during October.
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Cinderella in Silicon Valley
Reimagine the fairy tale of Cinderella as if it happened in the modern world of technology and start-ups.
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The Glass Slipper Startup
Cinderella starts a modern-day, successful online business selling comfortable and custom-made glass slippers.
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Changing Fates
A fairy godmother grants an individual’s deepest desire but with unintended, modern consequences.
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Meeting the Garden Sprites
Imagine encountering a mischievous or wise creature living among the flowers, foliage, and undergrowth of your garden.
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The Disappearing Folklore
One day, all fairy tales and legends are wiped from people’s memories leaving characters to piece together the forgotten lore.
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Unseen Unicorn
Pen a fairy tale about a unicorn who can only be seen by those who respect all forms of love,…
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Witching Hour Wedding
Write a fairy tale about a witch who refuses to marry a prince but falls for the princess instead.
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Curse of the Closeted Prince
The prince can’t transform back from being a frog until he comes out to his kingdom. Write a coming out…
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Once Upon a Pride
In this alternative universe, retell a classic fairy tale that features an LGBTQ+ character in the lead role.
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Time Portal to Fairy World
Write a story about accidentally stumbling into a portal that takes you to a world of fairies.
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The Reverse Spin
Write a story where the ‘happily ever after’ ending is only the beginning, and something deeper and more meaningful unfolds…
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Modern Day Happily-Ever-After
Imagine that Cinderella, Snow White, or any other classic fairy tale character suddenly finds themselves in the modern world. Describe…
