Maiden & Princess

By Daniel Haack, Isabel Galupo, Becca Human (illustrator)

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In this modern fairy tale, a strong, brave maiden is invited to attend the prince's royal ball, but at the dance, she ends up finding true love in a most surprising place.

"The prince is smart and strong,"

she confided in her mother.

"But if I'm being honest,

I see…

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Why read it?

2 authors picked Maiden & Princess as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Mark Ceilley

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I personally like this book because there are very few picture books representing two women falling in love and getting married. This book celebrates two women, a courageous maiden who attends a royal party, and while there, she ends up finding love with the princess.

This fairytale is written with themes of acceptance and love.

From Mark's list on GLBTQ+ love story picture books.

Sarah S. Brannen

Author

This sweet story told in rhyme begins with the usual trope of a royal family holding a ball to find a bride for the prince. One maiden, the bravest in the land, is not thrilled. The racially diverse cast of characters, illustrated in bright colors, find an ending satisfying to all when the maiden falls in love with the prince’s sister.

From Sarah's list on children’s picture books with LGBTQ+ characters.