Below is a collection of reading lists with descriptions to help you determine which you'd like your story to be featured in.

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The Olympians

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature Greek & Roman mythology. Introduce your readers to enchanting sirens, flying pegasi, rampaging cyclops, and partying greek gods and goddesses. If you need inspiration, don't hesitate to reach out to one of the Nine Muses or pray to the wise Athena!

Examples of stories that may be featured on this reading list include Greek mythology retellings of Eros & Psyche, Eurydice & Orpheus, and the popular romance of Hades & Persephone. If you're a Roman mythology fan, feel free to offer your take on one of Rome's greatest heroes, Aeneas, or Egeria & Numa Pompilius' love story that has been passed down from generation to generation.

Recommended Tags: #greekgods #greekmythology #greek #mythologicalreads #olympus #mythology #romangods #rome #romanmythology #mythicfantasy

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The Aesir

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature Norse mythology. Take your readers on a journey through Asgard! Think of Thor (no, we don't mean the superhero), Loki, the jötunns, Jörmungandr and the valkyries. Sounds cool, right?

Examples of stories that may be featured on this reading list include Norse mythology retellings ranging from The War of the Aesir and Vanir and Ragnarok to stories revolving around Norse deities Freya, Odin, and Tyr.

Recommended Tags: #norse #mythology #vikings #norsemythology #mythologicalreads #asgard #mythicfantasy #norsegodsandgoddesses #valkyrie

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The Ennead: Egyptian Mythology

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature Egyptian mythology. Travel to the past to Ancient Egypt, when pharaohs ruled the lands and great pyramids were being built! 

Examples of stories that may be featured on this reading list include Egyptian mythology retellings like the tale of Isis & Osiris, Horus & Set, or the Book of Thoth. Let's not forget about our Egyptian gods, goddesses, & mythical creatures. 

Recommended Tags: #pharaoh #pyramids #gods #egyptianmythology #mythology #egypt #godsofegypt #ancientegypt #mythicfantasy

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Asian Myths and Legends: Asian Mythology

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature Asian mythology. Travel to the past to Ancient Asia, when emperors, empresses, sultans, and khans held sovereignty. Curious about what falls in Asia, check out this list of countries in the Asian continent!

Examples of stories that may be featured on this reading list include those featuring myths, legends, or folktales from all over Asia. From South, East, & Southeast Asia, all the way to Central Asia & West Asia (the Middle East). Perhaps your story is a modern retelling of The Cowherd and Weaver Girl or the Ramayana & the Mahabharata?

Does your story feature creatures from Asian mythology and folklore? We accept stories that feature creatures as treacherous and hauntingly terrifying as the ghosts of Thai lore to the mystic djinn in Arabic lore.

Recommended Tags: #ancientasia #asian #asianmythology #asianfantasy #mythology #asia #middleeast #asianmyths #middleeasternfantasy #arabianfantasy #mythicfantasy

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Mythology Around the World

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature mythology & folklore of other countries that  do not fall under our other reading list categories. This includes African mythology, Native American mythology, Celtic mythology, Germanic mythology, Aztec mythology, Mayan mythology, etc.

Recommended Tags: #gods #celticmythology #mythology #nativeamericanmythology #africanmythology #celticmythology #aztecmythology #mayanmythology #germanicmythology #mythicfantasy

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Urban Legends, Mysteries, & Heroes

We love all legends, including urban legends from different parts of the world. We're not going to say this three times though because we don't want to jinx it! This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature legends surrounding heroes in various mythologies. Are you in the mood for an adventure with Robin Hood? Perhaps you'd like to try pulling out Excalibur from the stone? How about a sailing trip with Blackbeard? That's right! Stories with legends and heroes are welcome here!

This reading list is also dedicated to stories that feature urban legends and mysteries like Jack the Ripper, Krampus, or La Llorona. Check out this comprehensive list to get started on your story! Although some of the stories have dark origins, don't forget to mark your story as mature when applicable and ensure it follows Wattpad's Content Guidelines.

Recommended Tags: #legend #arthur #excalibur #arthurianlegend #medieval #robinhood #outlaw #blackbeard #pirate #nauticalfantasy #mythicfantasy #urbanlegends #creepystories #jacktheripper #paranormal #supernatural #monster #mystery #paranormalfantasy 

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Atlantis & Legends of the Sea

This reading list is dedicated to stories that feature mythological creatures and legends of the seas. Dive under the sea to see what treasures await you in its depths!

Examples of stories that may be featured on this reading list include those featuring Atlantis, mermaids & other creatures of the deep. We accept a variety of stories ranging from mermaid/human pairings to mysterious selkie, kelpie, and sea serpents.

Recommended Tags: #siren #seamonsters #atlantis #monster #mermaid #selkie #kelpie #nauticalfantasy #mythicfantasy

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Mythopoeia & Invented Mythologies

Interested in creating your own myth story? No problem. We love creativity so we've got a place for your story too! This reading list is dedicated to stories featuring invented mythologies.

Recommended Tags: #mythology #gods #legends #mythologicalreads #mythmaker #highfantasy #mythicfantasy

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Special Reading Lists

Heritage or Awareness Months: For relevant heritage or diversity awareness months, we will search and ask you to help us put together a reading list that fits those themes.