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Princess Smartypants

By Babette Cole
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Princess Smartypants by Babette Cole is a delightful children's book about a spirited princess who prefers her independence over the usual royal duties. Instead of marrying a prince as expected, she cleverly sets challenges for her suitors, finding joy in her freedom and showing that being true to oneself is the happiest ending.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories about strong, independent characters who challenge traditional fairy tale expectations. With delightful humour and vibrant illustrations, it offers a refreshing twist on the idea of a fairytale princess, making it a fun read for both children and adults who appreciate unique storytelling.

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Princess Smartypants

Princess Smartypants does not want to get married. She enjoys being a Ms But being a rich and pretty princess means that all the princes want her to be their Mrs.

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Princess Smartypants does not want to get married. She enjoys being a Ms. But being a rich and pretty princess means that all the princes want her to be their Mrs. Find out how Princess Smartypants fights to preserve her independence in this hilarious fairy-tale-with-a-difference.

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Princess Smartypants by Babette Cole is a humorous and whimsical children's book that challenges traditional fairy tale norms. Reviews praise its entertaining storyline and spirited illustrations, highlighting Princess Smartypants' independent and unconventional character. The book is appreciated for its clever subversion of typical princess narratives, making it a favourite among both children and parents.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140555264

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 May 1996

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 156g

Pages: 32

Collections

Babette Cole Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Babette Cole graduated from Canterbury College of Art in 1973 and has been a writer and illustrater ever since. She has produced animated storyboards for the BBC, illustrated numerous greetings cards and books by other authors as well as her own. Babette won The Kurt Maschler Prize for DROP DEAD!. She lives in Lincolnshire with a menagerie of animals.

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