Synopses & Reviews
Don't Kiss the Frog!: Princess Stories with Attitude Compiled by Fiona Waters; Illustrated by Ella Burfoot
Perfect for girls who love tiaras, ball-gowns, and happy endings—but also sports, silly jokes, and being different. Featuring the work of seven writers and three illustrators, this anthology of “princess stories with attitude” will make kids laugh as they encounter a bevy of sleepy, sporty, clumsy, brave, resourceful, and curious princesses. The exuberant typographic design is an excellent match for the story-telling style and colorful artwork.
Synopsis
See ya later, Cinderella! Keep up, Snow White! Theres a new crop of princesses in town, and these girls dont wait for a prince to come to the rescue. Whether its slaying dragons or having less grace and more good sense, the heroines in these six stories put
unexpected spice into traditional fairy-tale conventions. With sassy artwork and typography to match, this book is THE read-aloud or read-alone for any girl
who likes her “happily ever after” with a twist.
About the Author
Fiona Waters has spent her entire career in childrens books, first as a bookseller and later as an editor. Her anthologies have received great critical acclaim. She lives in the south of England.