Can you give me some other words for story that are not very common?

Romance (in the sense of a long fictional story, not just love stories), opus (suggesting a major work of literature).

'Spinning a yarn' is also a way to say telling a story. It has a more informal and perhaps even a bit of a creative or fanciful connotation. Sailors used to spin yarns (tell stories) about their adventures at sea, often with a touch of exaggeration to make the story more exciting.

Accomplishment chronicle.

Fiction. It refers to stories that are made up, often with characters and plots created by the author's imagination. Novels are a form of fiction.

Well, 'legend' can be used. Legends are stories that are often based on real or partly real events or people but have been embellished over time with heroic and extraordinary elements. They can be passed down orally or in written form and usually involve a hero or group of heroes who do something remarkable. Take King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as an example, it's a well - known legend.

Yarns. This is an old - fashioned term for stories, often used to describe long - winded or tall tales. For example, sailors used to tell yarns about their adventures at sea.

Winning reports. Think about it. Success stories are like reports of winning in different aspects of life. It could be in sports, where an athlete overcomes challenges and wins a championship. That's a success story, and it can also be seen as a winning report.

Sure. 'Sci - fi' is a very common alternative. It's a short and catchy way to refer to science fiction.

Military anecdotes.

Sure. 'Life memoirs' can be another term. 'Personal journey' also works as it implies the experiences and development throughout one's life. 'Life record' is a simple yet effective alternative.