The Anklet of the Desert Star
In ancient Basra, a mistreated girl discovers hidden strength in a magical anklet crafted by desert spirits.
Top Fairy Tale Stories on GatherTales
Enchanting and magical, fairy tales transport readers to fantastical realms filled with fairies, witches, and royalty. These stories often involve quests, transformations, and the triumph of good over evil, offering a sense of wonder and escapism.
Petrosinella: An Italian Rapunzel Tale of Hope
A heartfelt retelling of the classic Rapunzel in Renaissance Italy.
The Girl Without Hands: A Tale of Perseverance and Redemption
An armless maiden confronts darkness and finds her own light.
Journey to the Well of the World's End
A brave princess seeks the ancient well that grants wisdom
Wood of One Hundred Oaks - A Tale of Love's Strength
A heartfelt journey in an enchanted ancient grove
Beyond the Kingdom: A Queer Feminist Fairy Tale Rewritten
A modern retelling where princesses reinvent destiny and embrace true selves.
Cinder & Glass: The Reforged Heart
A modern retelling of servitude, opportunity, and the transformative power of love.
Small Favors: The Hidden Cost of Kindness
In a quiet American town, a series of innocent favors unearth a sinister bargain with unforeseen consequences.
The White Cat of France: A Timeless Fairy Tale of Magic and Fate
A mystical journey in a quaint 19th-century French village guided by a magical white cat.
Princess of the Roses: A Timeless Tale
A delicate journey of beauty, resilience, and enchanted blossoms.
Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas: A Whimsical Tale of Friendship
A humorous retelling that teaches the value of friendship and responsibility.
The Birch Fairy and the Midnight Sun
A fairy’s battle to save the Midnight Sun from eternal twilight.
The Golden Toad and the Cloud Forest (Costa Rica)
A golden toad’s journey to restore balance in the mystical Monteverde Cloud Forest.
The Tulip Fairy and the Windmills
A magical journey to save the tulip fields and windmills of the Netherlands.
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
An enchanting tale of courage, love, and a magical kingdom.
The Little Match Girl
A poignant tale of love, hope, and imagination in the face of hardship.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
The red-nosed reindeer who lit the way to Christmas magic.
The Night Before Christmas
A magical tale of giving, wonder, and the enduring spirit of Christmas.
The Gruffalo
A clever mouse uses his wits to outsmart hungry predators in the deep, dark woods.
Room on the Broom
A magical journey of friendship, teamwork, and a broomstick full of surprises.
The Tale of the Castle of the Fairies
A magical journey of courage, trials, and wisdom in the enchanted Castle of the Fairies.
The Bloody Chamber
A young bride’s curiosity uncovers a deadly secret in her husband's mysterious castle.
The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde
A timeless tale of sacrifice and compassion.
The Company of Wolves
A chilling encounter with wolves that walk the line between man and beast.