Text by Asya Kravchenko, illustrated by Yulya Sidneva
Get ready for a fairy tale revolution! This collection reimagines classic plots with a modern, unexpected twist.
Thirty-Three Misfortunes: When an Ogre, a Boar, and a Dragon storm the King’s palace with their demands, the King’s only solution is to faint, declare a renovation day, and let the monsters fix the castle themselves. What starts as chaos ends in friendship— and a surprising compromise. Signs of Destiny: A prince destined for greatness waits for a sign from the heavens to save the world. But when the moment comes, he realizes he doesn’t want to fight—and neither does his opponent. Their solution? A game of chess! The Gloomy Prince, the Princess, and the Ogre’s Mirror: A prince so sad he starves an Ogre with his melancholy and accidentally makes a princess laugh. Who knew sadness could be so powerful? Have You Seen a Wizard? A wizard sets out to bring joy to people, only to discover that no one knows what they truly want. An Old Tale: A hero arrives to slay a dragon but ends up befriending its three heads—Sam, Tom, and Ben. Strange Incident: Officer Bome investigates a flying duo, Lola and Goog, mistaken for spies. When they’re ordered to fly only under strict supervision, they agree and fly away, leaving Bome dreaming of the skies.
KEY SELLING POINTS
Six unexpected stories reimagining traditional fairy tales.
Clever, lighthearted, and humorous storytelling.
Promotes essential principles like friendship, mutual respect, peaceful conflict resolution, and freedom.
A treasure trove of laughter and life lessons, each story carries deeper metaphorical meanings.
Each story is brought to life with stunning illustrations that pay clever homage to iconic works of art.
Chapter book Age: 8+ Pages: 88 Size: 175*240 mm Published in 2024 by Samokat
