Explore the enchanting world of mermaids in culture through this curated page of articles and creative resources. From mermaids in pop-culture and literature to sea fairytales, sea folklore, and Greek mythology, discover how these mythical beings have inspired generations. Dive into mermaid books, artistic interpretations, writing prompts, and sea poems that celebrate their mystery and allure. Whether you’re researching legends or seeking creative inspiration, this page offers a deep dive into the cultural impact of mermaids across history, art, and storytelling. Perfect for myth lovers, writers, and dreamers drawn to the magic of the sea.
Mermaids in Pop-Culture
- Episode 1 of the Visual Novel PC Game about Mermaid Princess Amelia and the Lost Symphony has just been launched by Hasalynx Games!
- The Ultimate Journey Through Mermaid Art History: Famous Mermaid Paintings, Ancient Greek Mermaids in Art, and the Visual Legacy Behind YA Mermaid Books
- Mermaid Tears: From Mythology to Sea Glass and Glitter
- Celebrating 100+ Mermaid Princess Amelia Fanfictions with an analysis of the most popular fanfiction characters, couples, and themes
- 3 Big Mermaid Festivals you need to know about, and add to your bucket list: Coney Island Mermaid Parade, World Mermaid Championship, Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest
- 5 best free mermaid games for teens that you can play even now! (PC games and visual novels with mermaid characters and mermaid themes)
- 5 great manga, comic books, and graphic novels about mermaids for teens
- 5 best movies and TV series about mermaids to watch on Netflix (but not only!)
- 5 best anime about mermaids or with mermaid characters
- Lily plays the Mermaid Love Story Game by Webelinx Love Story Games
Mermaid Books
- Read 300+ Free Mermaid Stories about Mermaid Princess Amelia!
- 5 amazing books about mermaids and mermen for readers of all ages
- Top 5 Mermaid Romance Novels for Young Adult Readers in 2022
- 5 great mermaid books to dive into, perfect for your trip to the beach this summer
- 5 best mermaid novels for young adults and adults that have dark plots or scary twists
- 5 great manga, comic books, and graphic novels about mermaids for teens
- 5 bestselling (or equally amazing!) mermaid fiction novels for teens and young adults
- 5 Best Mermaid Romance Novels for Tweens and Teens
- Top 5 mermaid books in 2021 and 2022 that you will love!
- Mermaid Princess Amelia: The Best YA Mermaid Book Series for Teens, Tweens & Young Adults to Read Online
Mermaid Prompts
- 30 character-driven prompts about mermaids and mermen, inspired by Mermaid Princess Amelia and the Lost Symphony
- 20 terrifying fiction prompts about mermaids, mermen and drowned people for mermaid thriller and mermaid horror writers
- 30 mermaid fiction prompts about sea artifacts to write magical stories about mermaids, mermaid magic and sea witches
- 40 mermaid romance prompts about mermaids, mermen, princes, princesses and commoners for authors that love writing about merfolk, royalty and commoners
- 30 mermaid fiction story prompts about sea animals to help you write better mermaid stories and novels
- 30 mermaid fiction story prompts about pirates, treasures, and lost islands for your next sea adventure book
- 30 character-driven mermaid fiction story prompts to use in your next mermaid books
Mermaid Art
- Mermaid Princess Amelia Coloring Book: Download Free Now!
- The Ultimate Journey Through Mermaid Art History: Famous Mermaid Paintings, Ancient Greek Mermaids in Art, and the Visual Legacy Behind YA Mermaid Books
- Discovering the Wonders of Sea Steampunk: Exploring Ocean-Inspired Inventions and Imagery in Steampunk Culture
- How did Edith learn to paint? Edith Dvali’s artistic life as described in Stories from the Undersea World of Mermaid Princess Amelia
- 10 sea-inspired tattoos with shells, sea animals, flowers, and nautical motifs (ships, anchors, compasses) for mermaid life lovers
- All character descriptions and portraits of “Mermaid Princess Amelia and the Lost Symphony” character are on the blog now!
- Mermay prompts inspired by Mermaid Princess Amelia and the Lost Symphony by Maxine Foti (Mermay Ideas and Inspirations for the Mermay Art Challenge)
- What is Mermay? Everything that you need to know about the Mermay Art Challenge in 2022
- Mermaid Rock Painting Easy Ideas: DIY Crafts, Mermaid Tail Designs, Ocean Art, and Little Mermaid Projects for Kids and Teens who love Mermaid Books Online
Sea Poems
- The Art of Writing Sea-inspired Haiku: Capturing the Essence of the Ocean in 17 Syllables
- “The Pearl” – A modern version of the Middle English poem by Sophie Jewett
- 5 sea-themed poems by Cora C. Bass: “The waves of chance”, “The missing ship”, “Anchor me safe,” “Night” and “Sunshine”
- 5 beautiful poems about the sea: “Sunset” “Twilight” “Night on the Shore”, “Storm” and “Calm” by Heinrich Heine
Sea Fairytales
- Dutch fairy tale about mermaids: “The entangled mermaid” by William Elliot Griffis
- “The Mermaid Wife” – a short fable about selkies with a moral about unrequited love and one’s true identity
- “The Fisherman And The Merman” – a short fable about cooperation between humans and mermaids
Sea Folklore
- Legendary Sea Monsters: Fact or Fiction? Unraveling Mythical Beasts of the Deep
- The Sea-Serpent Day: A Celebration of the Unseen, Unknown, and Underwater Creatures Who Live Beneath the Waves
- Mermaid Gin from the Isle of Wight: What is it? Where does the name come from? How to make a mermaid gin cocktail? And what’s the Mermaid’s Kiss?
- Mermaids in the folklore of West and Mid-Wales: mermaids, mermaid sightings, mermaids and the fishermen
- 3 great poems about the sea inspired by the Greek Mythology: “Poseidon,” “The song of the Oceanides” and “Salutation to the Sea” by Heinrich Heine
- Are mermaids dangerous and evil? If not, why do people portray them as such?
- The Polish legend of Undersea Queen Jurata and the creation of Baltic Amber
- Mermaids, Mermen, and Merfolk as described in Welsh, Scandinavian and Spanish legends, folk stories, and fairytales
- Mermaids described in different world legends
Greek Mythology
- Sea motifs and inspirations that helped Maxine Foti write “Mermaid Princess Amelia and the Lost Symphony” and the “Stories from the Undersea World of Mermaid Princess Amelia, Vol. 1”
- 3 great poems about the sea inspired by the Greek Mythology: “Poseidon,” “The song of the Oceanides” and “Salutation to the Sea” by Heinrich Heine
- Are mermaids dangerous and evil? If not, why do people portray them as such?
- Are Mermaids and Sirens the same? The Definitive Guide to Mermaids and Sirens
- 20 Greek Mythology Merman Names for Boys and Their Meanings (Sea God Names, Sailor Names, River Names, etc.)
- 25 Greek Mythology Mermaid Names for Girls and Their Meanings (Sea Goddess Names, Water Nymph Names, etc.)
- Mermaids in Ancient Greek Mythology
