Book Series · 7 Books

Fairytales Gone Wrong Books

In order from Keep Running, Gingerbread Man! to You're Not Ugly, Duckling!.

The Fairytales Gone Wrong series is a set of 7 picture books by Steve Smallman, published between 2014 and 2016. Written for ages 4–7, most books run about 25 pages.

Keep Running, Gingerbread Man!
Give Us a Smile, Cinderella
Blow Your Nose, Big Bad Wolf!
Eat Your Veggies, Goldilocks
Rapunzel, Rapunzel, Wash Your Hair!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Keep Running, Gingerbread Man!
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$1595
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014

Keep Running, Gingerbread Man!

By Steve Smallman, Neil Price (Illustrator)

Can the Gingerbread Man outsmart the cunning Fox and lead a healthy revolution?

24 pages· 554 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: The Gingerbread Man races through the forest, outpacing everyone, even the sly Fox who craves a sweet snack. But this biscuit is not just fast; he's clever too. After outwitting Fox, he turns the tables, leading an aerobics class that leaves everyone breathless. In this twist on a classic tale, discover how a dash of wit and a sprinkle of fitness can change the game. Will the Gingerbread Man's quick thinking keep him safe, or will Fox finally catch his treat? Dive into a story where health and humor collide in a delightful chase.
The complete set

Fairytales Gone Wrong Series

7 books · Published 2014–2016

Series
Sale price
$1595

Keep Running, Gingerbread Man!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014

Can the Gingerbread Man outsmart the cunning Fox and lead a healthy revolution?

Give Us a Smile, Cinderella

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014

A magical bath transforms Cinderella before the ball. Will her new smile change her fate?

Blow Your Nose, Big Bad Wolf!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014

Three pigs face a sneezy wolf and learn about germs.

Eat Your Veggies, Goldilocks

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2014

Three pigs face a sneezing wolf and learn a lesson on germs.

Rapunzel, Rapunzel, Wash Your Hair!

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015

Three princes face a slippery challenge to rescue Rapunzel.

Stinky Jack and the Beanstalk

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2015

A smelly boy climbs a beanstalk, risking capture by a giant.

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$1595

You're Not Ugly, Duckling!

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016

An outcast duckling's bravery challenges appearances and perceptions.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Fairytales Gone Wrong series?

There are 7 books in the Fairytales Gone Wrong series. It began with Keep Running, Gingerbread Man! in 2014, and the newest book, You're Not Ugly, Duckling!, was published in 2016.

What ages are the Fairytales Gone Wrong books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Fairytales Gone Wrong to life.

01

Steve Smallman

Author
02

Neil Price

Illustrator
03

Marcin Piwowarski

Illustrator
04

Bruno Merz

Illustrator

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