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The Fairest in the Land
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See moreWhen Annabelle and Benjamin play dress-up they both want to be the bride, the ballerina, and the princess which causes a problem until the two friends realize they can both be whoever they want to be.
A heartwarming, inclusive story about self-expression and friendship, from Stonewall Book Award–winning author Lesléa Newman
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When it comes to playing dress-up, best friends Annabelle and Benjamin both want to be the bride, the ballerina, and the princess. Can they both be the fairest in the land? In this spirited and inclusive story about expressing our true selves with pride, two friends ultimately realize that they can both be whoever they want—and that having two princesses means twice the fun.
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The Fairest in the Land by Lesléa Newman is celebrated for its colourful and glittering exploration of self-expression. The book is praised for its charming illustrations and nostalgic touch, enchanting readers with its vibrant visuals and engaging animal characters. This captivating tale encourages children to embrace their imagination and authenticity.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781419757099
Publisher: Abrams
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 July 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Joshua Heinsz
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 279.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Lesléa Newman is the author of over 70 books for children and adults. She has received many awards, including two Stonewall Book Awards honors, the National Jewish Book Award (Gittel’s Journey), fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Massachusetts Book Award, a Sydney Taylor Book Award and Honor, the Highlights for Children Fiction Writing Award, and the James Baldwin Award for Cultural Achievement, among many others. Nine of her books have been Lambda Literary Award finalists. She is also a popular guest lecturer at college campuses across the country and is a faculty mentor at Spalding University’s School of Creative and Professional Writing. Newman lives in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
Joshua Heinsz is an internationally published illustrator, writer, and designer specializing in markets for children and a focus on character design for animation. His picture books include Except When They Don’t by Laura Gehl, A Paintbrush for Paco by Tracey Kyle, and Frog Boots by Jill Esbaum. He is a graduate of the MFA in illustration practice program at MICA, and he has a love for bright and whimsical imagery with a flair for the fantastical and an air of nostalgia. Heinsz lives in Denver, Colorado.
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