The Mermaid’s Pearl in Isla de la Juventud
A Cuban folktale of a mermaid whose lost pearl holds the secret to eternal youth and guides sailors to safety
Top Young Stories on GatherTales
Ages 13-18: Young adult stories explore themes of identity, belonging, and navigating the complexities of growing up. They may delve into topics like first love, friendships, family relationships, and social issues. These stories often feature relatable characters and realistic situations, offering guidance and inspiration as young adults find their place in the world.
Human-AI Friendship Odyssey 2030
When circuits hum a human heart’s melody: an interwoven tale of empathy in a neon-lit future
The Soul Dancers of El Malecón
A mystical Cuban tale of rhythm, spirits, and the power of the human heart under the Havana moon.
The Kamba Rain Song
A young girl’s journey to awaken the sky with ancient melodies and bring life-giving rain to her parched village.
The Talking Baobab at Kruger
When an ancient tree whispers secrets beneath the African sky
The Stone Grandfathers of Dolhareubang
An enchanting legend of Jeju Island’s enduring stone guardians and the wisdom they bestow
The Vision of the Digital Ally
When Empathy Meets AI
Pulse of Tomorrow: AI’s Healing Touch
How Medica Redefined Medicine in a World of Rapidly Evolving Diseases
Echoes of Empathy: Nova's Quest
When Empathy Meets Technology to Save the World
The Vanishing Phantom on Route 85
A chilling New York legend of a young woman who fades to nothing on a lonely highway
The Treasure of the Minaret
A medieval Mudejar custom in Salares where suitors bid atop an ancient minaret to win a bride and fund village festivals
The Legend of Crna Kraljica
The Haunted Queen of Medvedgrad
The Phantom Organ of Lucerne
An eerie midnight summons across Hofkirche’s ancient aisles
The Pachamama’s Blessing
A Peruvian Myth of Earth's Mother Nurturing the Andean Harvest
The Ghostly Miner of Jihlava: Haunting Silver Mine Legend
In the twisting tunnels beneath Jihlava, a lantern-lit specter warns of ancient dangers hidden in silver veins.
The Lake Spirit of Saimaa: Finland’s Enchanting Water Sirens
A haunting Finnish legend of sirens whose song frees seals yet tempts travelers into icy waters
The Enchanted Dyke of Edam
A luminous mermaid emerges to mend the ancient dyke breach and rekindle Edam’s bond with the sea.
The Ghostly Knight of Kalmar Castle: Eternal Vigil on the Ramparts
A Medieval Knight’s Quest for Redemption Amidst Time and Twilight
The Lost Treasure of Perdido Key: Pirate Gold Beneath Florida Shores
Unearthing the century-old pirate legend hidden along Florida’s sun-kissed shores
The Legend of Crna Kraljica: Croatia’s Black Queen of Medvedgrad
A medieval folktale of a cruel queen’s curse, witch-vampire transformation, and her hidden treasure in Medvedgrad’s woods
Birth of Jesus: A Palestinian Tale
A vivid retelling of the nativity in a humble Palestinian village.
The Elf Knights of Valkenburg: Spectral Guardians of the Forest
A spectral battalion of elfin knights rides through moonlit forests to protect Valkenburg Castle.
The Enchanted Mountains of Ceahlău: A Romanian Legend
A timeless tale of weeping stones, mountain spirits, and brave souls seeking the blessings of Ceahlău's peaks.
The Goat and the Edelweiss Maiden: A Tale of Purity and Resilience
In the misty heights of Swaziland’s mountains, a maiden and her goat safeguard the rare edelweiss, symbols of purity and hope.