Can you give me synonyms for to tell a story in a more literary context?

Spin a yarn. This is a more informal way of saying tell a story. It implies creating or telling a fictional or exaggerated story, like 'The sailor loves to spin a yarn about his travels on the high seas.'

Share an anecdote. An anecdote is a short and interesting story. For example, 'At the party, people like to share an anecdote or two.' This synonym focuses on sharing short stories.

Share a tale, deliver a narrative.

Report. Although it is more often associated with factual information, when you report an incident in a detailed and engaging way, it can be like telling a story. For example, a journalist might report on a local event in such a way that it reads like a story, with a beginning, middle and end.

Narrating her experience.

Spinning a yarn. This is a more colorful and somewhat old - fashioned way of saying telling a story. It often implies that the story might be a bit tall or fictional, but it's still a form of storytelling.

Recount and narrate.

Poltergeist stories, spirit tales.

Sentimental novel. This implies that the novel is full of strong emotions, especially those related to love and relationships, which is typical of a romance novel.

Yes, 'root story' can also be considered as a synonym for origin story. Consider a cultural tradition, its root story would be the one that details how that tradition started, what the initial circumstances were, and how it has evolved over time. It gives a fundamental understanding of the origin of that cultural element.