The Ant and the Grasshopper: A Greek Fable of Perseverance
An immersive retelling of the classic Greek fable, celebrating perseverance, foresight, and the rewards of diligent effort.
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.
Recognized Folklore Landmarks: Official Markers of America's Mythic Heritage
Exploring roadside plaques and statues that turn U.S. legends into officially recognized destinations
Contradictory Origins of Char-Man Owhay
How the American legend of Char-Man Owhay morphed from fearsome specter to watchful protector through time
Mobile’s Wolf-Woman: A Haunting Gulf Coast Legend
Unearthing the chilling tale of a wolf-like creature roving the marshes and moss-draped trees of Mobile Bay
The Lion and the Mouse: A Tale of Unexpected Help
A timeless ancient Greek fable illustrating how even the smallest creatures can make powerful differences
The Secret Well of Calabar
A Nigerian legend of healing waters hidden in Calabar’s enchanted forest
The Lantern Maker of Ramallah
A tale of light, longing, and the resilient spirit of Palestine’s olive groves
The Cursed Ship of the Cape
A haunting South African legend of a ghostly vessel condemned to sail the stormy waters of the Cape of Good Hope for eternity.
UFO Sightings in Albany Pine Bush: A Chronicle of Strange Lights
Exploring numerous accounts of mysterious lights and unidentified objects in New York’s storied Pine Bush wilderness.
The Lost Spanish Treasure of Crystal Beach
A legendary fortune hidden by Spanish adventurers on a remote American shore holds the key to a centuries-old mystery
The Two Doves of Nablus
A timeless Palestinian folktale of two doves returning each spring to a sacred olive tree, symbolizing enduring devotion amidst war and hope.
Lithium Clouds?
A purple glow dances on Austin’s horizon, stirring wonder and whispering secrets in the twilight sky
Sally Carter’s Spirit
A Haunting Legend from a Historic Huntsville Cemetery
The Desert Dragonfly Legend
A shimmering dragonfly spirit guiding nomads through fierce Saudi sandstorms
The Trickster Tortoise and the Rainmaker
How a cunning tortoise tried to seize the skies, only to learn that nature has its own justice
The Legend of Ti-Bolom and the Wind
A Dominican legend of Ti-Bolom, the forest spirit who rides the wind through the rainforest, tricking villagers and guiding lost children home
The Cursed Gold of Elmina
A haunting Ghanaian legend of colonial treasure and cursed fate beneath the castle walls
Serpents in the Tennessee and Alabama Rivers
An eerie dive into the legends of colossal river creatures tied to tragic Southern events
The Golden Goblin and the Scholar
A humble scholar’s journey in ancient China reveals that wisdom outweighs riches
The Haunting of the Sufford House
An immersive tale of ghostly encounters and unsettling mystery in a storied Pensacola mansion
The Phantom Canoe of Cabrits Bay
A Dominican legend of a ghostly canoe gliding silently under the moonlit waves, carrying ancestral protectors
The Rainmaker of Benguela
An Angolan folktale of a revered rainmaker who summons storms with song and dance to protect the land from drought.
The Saint Joseph Sound Sea Serpent
A mysterious, long creature is said to glide through the coastal waters of Saint Joseph Sound, stirring legends and raising questions about the depths below.
The Lighthouse Lady of Albany
A haunting tale of love and loss echoing through Hudson River mists by Albany Lighthouse