🧚♀️ How to Write a Refreshing Fairy Tale Retelling | Writing Tips for Authors ✨
Welcome, writers and story lovers to part one in the series. In this video, award-winning author Rachel Huffmire shares everything you need to know about how to write a fresh, captivating fairy tale retelling. Whether you're retelling Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, or a lesser-known tale, this workshop will help you approach your retelling with power, purpose, and originality.
📖 Drawing from years of experience as an indie and small press author, Rachel explores:
Why fairy tales matter in today’s world
Common positive and problematic themes in classic fairy tales
How your theme acts as your story’s persuasive thesis
The neurological and emotional power of storytelling
Why your voice matters, even if the tale has been told before
🔥 Perfect for:
Authors writing fairy tale retellings
Writers working in YA fantasy or clean romance
Fans of Grimm's Fairy Tales, Disney vs. Original comparisons, and empowering classic stories for modern audiences
✨ Timestamps:
0:00 Intro to writing fairy tale retellings
0:45 Rachel’s author background + publishing experience
2:07 Do we need more retellings? (Yes!)
3:57 Positive messages in fairy tales
5:25 Problematic tropes & how to fix them
6:35 Neurology, theme, and parable storytelling power
9:46 Why YOU have a voice the world needs
💡 Want more tips on writing retellings, building theme, and creating stories that inspire?
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What fairy tale do you want to retell—and why? I’d love to hear your twist!
🔗 More from Rachel Huffmire
Website: rachelhuffmire.com
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