
Written by Daniel Haack and Isabel Galupo · Illustrated by Becca Human
Part of the Prince & Knight series
At a royal ball, a maiden discovers unexpected love beyond the prince.
In a distant kingdom, a courageous maiden reluctantly attends the prince's ball. Despite her lack of enthusiasm, she captivates everyone, from villagers to royalty. But amidst the grandeur, she finds love in an unexpected place, challenging traditional fairy tale endings and embracing true self-discovery.
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 him as a brother.” Her mother said, “Just go! And have a bit of fun. The prince might not be right, but you could meet the one.” Once in a faraway kingdom, a strong, brave maiden is invited to attend the prince’s royal ball, but she’s not as excited to go as everyone else. After her mother convinces her to make an appearance, she makes a huge impression on everyone present, from the villagers to the king and queen, but she ends up finding true love in a most surprising place. This book is published in partnership with GLAAD to accelerate LGBTQ inclusivity and acceptance.
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