Mythical Creatures List: 5 Fiction Favorites

You can have fun, even without dragons

Who doesn’t love a mythical creature to add some magic to a novel? From dragons and sea monsters to griffins and mermaids, mythical monsters are popular in fantasy books. We see these creatures in fiction today, pulling from myth, legend, folklore, and fairytales to add drama and action to the hero’s journey.

I’ve used typical mythical creatures in my fiction before, and we all know the stories of dragons and quests, but I’ve also created a few animals through my own world building that add a little uniqueness to the mythology. Here is a list of fantasy creatures I’ve featured in my fiction novels, which may include mild spoilers (mostly just teasers) if you haven’t read the books.

Mythical Animals:

5. Griffin

Talk about a legendary creature. The griffin is an incredibly popular choice for fantasy travel. With the body of a lion and the face and wings of an eagle, you definitely don’t want to mess with this creature! This mythical creature makes an appearance in my short fantasy The Shadowed Assassin. You can also get this story for free by joining my newsletter!

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