Notes from the Inkpot

Writing, teaching, creating - one ink-stained idea at a time.

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100 Fae Character Ideas for Fairy Courts, Folklore & Fantasy Stories
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100 Fae Character Ideas for Fairy Courts, Folklore & Fantasy Stories

Discover 100 Fae Character Ideas for fantasy, fairytale and folklore stories, from powerful High Fae rulers and dangerous bargain-makers to woodland guardians, magical artisans, changelings, exiles and ancient otherworldly beings. Each character includes three story ideas to help you develop new fairy characters, conflicts and adventures of your own.

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70 Changeling Writing Prompts: Fae Folklore, Stolen Children & Secret Identities
For Teachers, For Writers, Creative Writing, Writing Prompts, Fairytales & Folklore Ink & Insights . For Teachers, For Writers, Creative Writing, Writing Prompts, Fairytales & Folklore Ink & Insights .

70 Changeling Writing Prompts: Fae Folklore, Stolen Children & Secret Identities

Explore 70 Changeling Writing Prompts inspired by fae folklore, stolen children, secret identities and mysterious exchanges. Discover plot prompts, story titles, opening and closing lines, characters, settings and picture prompts exploring hidden faerie worlds, returning humans and the question of where we truly belong.

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