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Frances Hodgson Burnett
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Frances Hodgson Burnett

4 Books
Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English-American novelist and playwright. She is best known for writing classic children's novels such as 'The Secret Garden', 'A Little Princess', and 'Little Lord Fauntleroy'. Her inspiring stories frequently feature young protagonists overcoming adversity through resilience, kindness, and the healing power of nature.

Books in "As Told by Queen Crosspatch"

Meet a very unusual king of the jungle who does not want to roar or frighten anyone. Instead of being a fierce and terrifying beast, this lion just wants to be cozy. He dreams of making friends with the local children, curling up in warm spaces, and sharing quiet, peaceful afternoons. There is just one big problem. Everyone in the village is terrified of him. Whenever he tries to say hello, people run away in absolute panic. Luckily, the magical Fairy Queen Silver-Bell steps in to help. With a little bit of fairy magic and a lot of patience, she teaches the misunderstood lion how to show his gentle nature to the world. You will laugh and smile as this massive animal tries to prove he is just a big softie. This charming tale is a wonderful reminder that you should never judge a book by its cover, or a lion by his loud roar.
6-8 Years 40 Pages
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Winter is finally melting away, and the fairies of the forest are waking up to start their most important job. It is time for the great spring cleaning. Led by Fairy Queen Silver-Bell, the tiny helpers are busy sweeping away frost, painting grass green, and coaxing flowers to bloom. Amidst all the joyful preparations, the fairies discover a sweet little girl who is feeling very sad. She desperately needs a beautiful bunch of fresh primroses, but the chilly weather has kept the delicate flowers hidden deep beneath the soil. Not wanting the girl to be unhappy, Queen Silver-Bell and her fairy workers team up for a special, magical rescue mission. You will be enchanted by this gentle, charming story that brings the hidden wonders of nature to life. Celebrate the changing of the seasons and discover the tiny, magical friends who work hard to make the world bloom just for you.
6-8 Years 108 Pages
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Have you ever wondered what happens when a fairy queen loses her temper? Step into a tiny, hidden world and meet Queen Silver-Bell, a magical ruler who normally keeps everything running smoothly. But one day, things go terribly wrong. When she gets completely frustrated, she accidentally transforms into Queen Crosspatch, creating a hilariously grumpy mess for all the woodland creatures. In this delightful collection of two magical stories, you will follow the unpredictable adventures of the fairy kingdom. After Queen Silver-Bell tries to fix her cranky mistakes, the magic continues when a sweet little girl is suddenly turned into a feathered rook to help hatch a nest of abandoned eggs. You will laugh at the silly magical mishaps and cheer for the kindhearted heroes. These enchanting tales are packed with quirky characters, important lessons about staying calm, and the beautiful rewards of helping those in need.
6-8 Years 144 Pages
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Tucked away in a dusty corner of the nursery is the Racketty-Packetty House, a shabby, worn-out dollhouse filled with the most joyful and boisterous dolls you could ever meet. Even though their paint is peeling and their clothes are torn, Peter Piper, Meg, and the rest of the Racketty family know how to have a wonderfully noisy time. But trouble arrives when a shiny, brand-new, incredibly snobby dollhouse called Tidy Castle is placed right next door. The proud new dolls look down on their messy neighbors, and worse, the little girl who owns the nursery decides to throw the Racketty-Packetty House into the fireplace. Just when things look entirely hopeless, the magical Fairy Queen Silver-Bell flutters in to help save the day. You will love joining these lively, spirited dolls as they prove that having fun is much more important than looking perfect. This enchanting story is packed with magic, laughter, and a brilliant rescue mission you will never forget.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 140 Pages
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