What are some ideas for realistic fantasy stories?

One idea could be a story about a young person trying to pursue their dream of becoming an artist in a small town where there are few opportunities. Their family doesn't understand their passion and they have to struggle against the lack of resources and the pressure to conform to a more 'practical' career path.

One idea could be a story about a young person struggling to fit in at a new school. They face challenges like making friends, dealing with bullies, and finding their place in different social groups. This is relatable as many people have experienced similar situations during their school years.

Look at real - world problems and think about how magic or fantastical elements could be used to solve them. For example, if there's an environmental issue, perhaps there are magical creatures that can heal the damaged earth. Another way is to combine different mythologies. Take elements from Greek and Norse mythologies and create a new world where they interact.

You could write about a group of students preparing for a major exam. There are different personalities in the group - the over - achiever, the slacker, the one with test anxiety. As they study together, they face various distractions, like relationship issues and family problems. But in the end, they all learn something about themselves and the value of friendship and hard work.

One fresh idea could be exploring unconventional relationships or social issues in a realistic setting. Like a story about a community dealing with a rare disease in an empathetic way.

A story about a family dealing with financial difficulties. The parents lose their jobs, and the kids have to learn to sacrifice some of their wants. They might start a small business together, like a neighborhood lemonade stand that grows into something bigger, teaching them about family unity and the value of hard work.

Another idea is a fantasy world where time is a tangible substance that can be manipulated. A wizard discovers a way to steal time from others to make himself more powerful. The hero of the story is a young timekeeper apprentice who must stop the wizard. He has to travel through different eras, from a prehistoric world full of dinosaurs to a future where machines rule, to gather the knowledge and power to defeat the evil wizard.

One idea could be a world where magic is powered by emotions. For example, a young girl discovers that her intense anger can create powerful but dangerous magic. She has to learn to control her emotions to master this magic and save her village from a dark force that feeds on chaotic magic.

How about a story of a teacher in an underprivileged school making a huge impact on students' lives? Or a tale of an artist who faces numerous rejections but eventually achieves success through perseverance.

One idea could be a story about a young artist struggling to find their unique style in a competitive art world. They face criticism from peers and teachers, but through perseverance and some unexpected inspiration, they finally create a piece that sets them apart.