Perhaps a story about a scientist who is working on a teleportation experiment. However, something goes wrong and instead of teleporting, he turns into a bird. He then has to figure out how to fly, find food as a bird, and build a nest. All the while, his colleagues are trying to figure out what happened to him and how to reverse the transformation. He experiences the freedom of flight but also the dangers that birds face like predators and bad weather.
A common theme is freedom. Sometimes, turning into an animal represents a break from the constraints of human society. The character may find a new sense of liberation in their animal form. For instance, if someone turns into a bird, they can fly away from their problems. Another theme is the connection to nature. It shows how humans are related to the natural world. When turned into an animal, the character is more in tune with the cycles of nature, like the changing of seasons or the hunt for food. And finally, there can be a theme of alienation. Just as Gregor in 'The Metamorphosis' is alienated from his family after his transformation, many such stories explore how being different (in this case, an animal) can lead to isolation.
You can start by choosing the animal you want your character to turn into. For example, if it's a dolphin, you could begin with the character feeling an intense longing to be in the water. Then, introduce some kind of catalyst like a strange light or a magic touch that starts the transformation.
I recommend "Reborn as an Earthworm". This book tells the story of a human who transmigrated and became an earthworm. The protagonist complained about why he had become such a weak creature, but he still insisted on counterattacking in this world. This novel was full of fantasy, sword, and magic elements, and it also covered the theme of growth, hard work, and struggle. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
The novel "The Two-Dimensional Demon King" told the story of a veteran otaku who transformed into a giant squid after the founding of the People's Republic of China. In order to pursue Shiyu Kasumigaoka, who he saw in "The Ways to Cultivate a Passerby Female Lead," he came to Japan but was confused by all kinds of strange phenomena in Tokyo. He also met many familiar characters, such as ninjas and Onmyoji. If you want to experience the feeling of the male protagonist turning into an animal, you might as well read this novel. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
Sure. 'The Metamorphosis' by Franz Kafka is a very famous one where the main character Gregor Samsa wakes up as a giant insect. Then there's 'Beauty and the Beast' in which the prince is turned into a beast as a curse. Also, in some Native American folklore, there are stories of humans turning into animals like wolves or eagles to gain certain powers or to complete a spiritual journey.
One great fanfic could be 'Harry's Animal Form Adventures'. In this, Harry turns into a stag, just like his Patronus. It has really interesting scenes where he uses his new form to explore the Forbidden Forest in ways he couldn't as a human. Another is 'The Animagus Harry', where he discovers his ability to turn into different animals depending on his emotions. For example, when he's angry, he turns into a small but fierce badger.
I recommend the following novels to you: "I Farming in the Apocalypse","Super Zoological Garden","Hello, Ghost Mastiff Demon King","Master of Breeding Extinguished Animals","Live Broadcast of Future Rebirth and Raising Puppies","Mobile Space Garden Mountain Residence","Apocalypse Ape King","My Days as a Dog in a Wealthy Family", and "The Road to Empire Begins with Ants". I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
I recommend the book " Mr. Lu, Please Maintain Your Animal Image " to you. The female protagonist, Lu Shengjing, unexpectedly turned into an animal and got married in a flash. Every month, she would become all kinds of cute pets, full of fun and laughter. It was very funny. I hope it meets your needs. Muah!
Another interesting concept is Harry turning into a cat. He could then slink around Hogwarts unnoticed. He could spy on Snape or Malfoy, gathering information. His cat form would give him the ability to be stealthy and get into small spaces, like the hidden passages in the castle.