Childrens Books- Fairy Tale Twists!

'Fairy Tale Twists' is my new 5+ series for Orchard Books, illustrated by the amazing Matt Buckingham. 
Each rhyming story takes a familiar fairytale character and reveals their version of events - as you've never seen them before! 
It's such a thrill to see the characters come to life in Matt's fantastic illustrations - enjoy!

The Big Bad Werewolf
I bet you think you know the tales
Of Big Bad Wolf, who howls and wails. 
But here's the truth: meet Granny Riding -

Find out what secrets she's been hiding! 

Out January 2012!

Goldilocks And The Pea

Of Goldilocks you have heard tell -

the bears, the porridge - you know it well.

But do you know the rest, my friend?

For this is how it really ends...

Out January 2012!

The Wickedest Witch
The Wicked Witch is scary, right?
She'll wave her wand, give you a fright?
Don't be so speedy to agree -
She's pretty cool...just wait and see!
Out February 2012!

                                                 The Not-so-Evil Stepmother

In fairy tales we often find

that stepmothers are so unkind.

But listen, folks, that's just not true - 

Here's a different tale for you...

Out February 2012!

Prince Charming's Princess Quest
You'd think love easy for Prince Charming
After all, he's just so...charming!
But think again, don't be unkind,
The right princess is hard to find...
Out March 2012!

The Unfair-y Godmother

Ever wanted a godmother

to grant you wishes like no other?

You'll change your mind, just wait and see...

this godmother's no sweet fairy!

Out March 2012!

Jack To The Rescue!
Beanstalks, giants, hills with Jill,
That's what you've heard, you know the drill!
But wait, my friend, there's more than that...
Got a problem? Just call Jack!
Out April 2012!

Three Magic Mice

You know the tales of three blind mice,

Three bears, three pigs - they're all quite nice.

But did you ever stop to wonder

Another French Hen!
If you've found all 3 click here!

Why three is such a magic number...?

Out April 2012!