Genre Swap

Theme: Imagine a classic fairytale or well-loved story—now, twist it into an entirely new genre! Take a familiar tale like Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, or Beauty and the Beast and reimagine it in a totally different context. Whether you turn a beloved princess story into a thrilling sci-fi adventure, a horror mystery, or a contemporary romance, let your creativity run wild as you blend the old with the new.

Challenge: The goal is to stay true to the essence of the original story while injecting it with a fresh, new genre. How does the setting change? How do the characters evolve in this new world? How will you use the rules of your chosen genre to transform the narrative? From fantastical settings to eerie atmospheres, the possibilities are endless.

Requirements:

• ~ Choose a classic fairytale, myth, or folklore, and give it a completely new genre.
• ~ The original core elements (characters, plot twists, or themes) should still shine through, but make it unique with your genre.
• ~ Maximum word count: 2,000 words.
• ~ Have fun with the genre transformation while keeping the heart of the original story intact.