How Do You Write A Myth Story?
Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a myth as “a usually traditional story of ostensibly historical events that serves to unfold part of the world view of a people or explain a practice, belief, or natural phenomenon.” This is the accepted definition of the traditional myth story. Myth is also defined by Merriam-Webster as “a person or thing having only an imaginary or unverifiable existence.” This definition is closer to the meaning that we are looking for when we approach writing our own myth story. You would be surprised at how many popular stories and movies follow the myth outline. Create a setting. The setting of a myth story is typically a made-up one; think of “Star Wars” or “Lord of the Rings.” Will your story be set on another universe or on Earth in the distant future? Another option is to set your story in the past, using knights and dragons and wizards. Imagine a character. The main character can be male or female, but this character will be the hero of the myth story. Ever
