The Lost Village of Guanacaste
Some mysteries are meant to stay buried, but curiosity leads Daniel Navarro into the heart of one that refuses to be forgotten.
Top Loss Stories on GatherTales
Stories of loss grapple with the pain and grief of losing loved ones, relationships, or cherished dreams. They explore the complex emotions associated with loss and the different ways people cope with it. These tales offer solace and understanding to those who have experienced loss.
The Iele: Forest Maidens of the Night
A shepherd’s curiosity leads him into the clutches of the Iele, where beauty and danger intertwine beneath the moonlight.
Why the Aral Sea Vanished
A once-thriving sea, drained by human ambition, now lies in ruins—a tragic lesson for the world.
The Bamboo Grove of Jeju
In the heart of Jeju’s bamboo grove, history lingers in whispers—waiting to be heard.
The Witch of Lake Atitlán
A haunting legend, a forbidden truth, and a lake that never forgives.
The Ghost Ship of Cienfuegos
A cursed ship sails the waters of Cienfuegos, carrying whispers of betrayal, revenge, and souls lost to the sea.
The Ghost of the Jungfrau
A spectral love lost in the icy heart of the Swiss Alps.
The Sunken City of Tisza
A lost city, a forgotten curse, and a mystery buried beneath the Tisza River.
The Ghost Seal of Westfjords
A spectral seal, a forgotten curse, and a haunting mystery lost in the depths of Iceland’s fjords.
The White Lady of Houska Castle
A tragic tale of love, betrayal, and the haunting secrets of Houska Castle.
The Little Match Girl
A poignant tale of love, hope, and imagination in the face of hardship.
The Legend of the Mythical Guarana
A mythical tale of love, loss, and the powerful spirit within the Amazon’s sacred guarana.
Signs and Symbols
A poignant tale of parental love, helplessness, and the enigmatic nature of mental illness.
The South" by Jorge Luis Borges
A journey into the Argentine south reveals unexpected truths and confrontations.
The Legend of Atahualpa’s Ransom Room
A legendary deal of gold and betrayal in the heart of the Inca Empire.
Spring in Fialta
An elusive love story framed by the fog of memory and time.
The Story of the Yuki-onna
A haunting tale of beauty, mystery, and the cold embrace of the Yuki-onna.
A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
An angelic mystery that tests the bounds of human compassion and curiosity.
The Metamorphosis
A surreal tale of transformation and the collapse of family bonds.
For Esmé—with Love and Squalor
A soldier's encounter with a wise young girl brings hope in the midst of war.
Wunderkind
A young piano prodigy’s struggle with self-doubt leads her on a journey of self-discovery.
The Elephant Vanishes
A surreal mystery unfolds when an elephant inexplicably disappears from a small town.
The Haunting of Hill House
A chilling exploration of fear and madness within the walls of a haunted mansion.
The Necklace
A story of vanity, hardship, and the unexpected cost of desire.