The Frost Giants of Jämtland
A forgotten legend awakens, and one man must decide its fate.
Top Courage Stories on GatherTales
Tales of courage celebrate the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. They showcase characters who overcome fear, stand up for what they believe in, and make difficult choices for the greater good. These stories inspire readers to be brave and face their own challenges with determination.
The Nine-Headed Dragon of Hortobágy
A legendary battle between a humble shepherd and the fiery beast of the Hungarian plains.
The Snow Dancer of Kuusamo
A young girl’s dance awakens an ancient power in the heart of a Finnish winter.
The Enchanted Felt Rug
A young weaver’s journey to unlock the magic of an enchanted felt rug and protect her people’s future.
The Story of the Lightning Bird
A warrior’s destiny is forged in the heart of the storm.
The Enchanted Mbusa Basket
A young girl’s courage is tested in a quest to unlock the magic that can save her village.
The Wyrm of Lagarfljót
A cursed lake, an ancient beast, and a fisherman caught in a battle between myth and reality.
The Spirit Guardian of Trafalgar Falls
A scientist’s journey to uncover the truth leads her to a hidden world where spirits protect nature’s last untouched wonders.
The Guácharo Cave’s Shining Spirit
A descent into darkness reveals an ancient entity that guards secrets beyond human understanding.
The Taíno Moon Child
A mystical legend of love, loss, and the undying spirit of Borikén.
The Guardian Aymara Spirit
A young man must embrace his destiny as the Guardian of the Aymara Spirit to protect his homeland from destruction.
Louhi’s Hidden Sampo
A daring quest to steal a legendary artifact from the clutches of an all-powerful sorceress.
The Dwarf King of Salzburg
A hidden kingdom, a king’s last stand, and a legend buried beneath Salzburg.
Ngoné and the Sacred Mask
A brave girl’s journey to reclaim her village’s sacred relic from the realm of the Djinn.
The Sorceress of Cyrenaica
A tale of power, destiny, and the sorceress who defied fate.
The Twin Brothers and the River Spirit
A brother’s love is tested when he dares to defy the wrath of the river spirit.
The Drakensberg Dragon
A young cartographer’s journey into the Drakensberg Mountains uncovers a terrifying legend that refuses to stay buried.
The Cursed Well of Jericho
Some secrets are buried for a reason.
The Baobab Grove of Ségou
The ancient baobabs of Ségou hold a secret—one that could save a village or doom it forever.
The Elven Flute of Álftanes
A haunting melody, an elven secret, and a musician who dares to listen.
The Golden Moko Jumbie
A legend of rhythm, courage, and the guardian who walked between worlds
The Enchanted Bell of Chimborazo
A legendary bell, a perilous quest, and the echoes of a forgotten past—will Chimborazo reveal its secrets?
The Golden Elk of Lapland
A mystical journey through the frozen wilds of Lapland, where legend and reality collide.
The Birch Fairy and the Midnight Sun
A fairy’s battle to save the Midnight Sun from eternal twilight.