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.

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.

A laughable yarn.