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All Kinds of Princesses

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Princesses come in all shapes and sizes! From stories inspired by myths from around the world, to people who defy gender expectations, these picture books, graphic novels, and chapter books prove that anyone can be a princess @BurlONLibrary bpldiv bplkids

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The Princess and the Pit Stop

The Princess and the Pit Stop

by Angleberger, Tom

Book - 2018

When a Princess learns from her Fairy Godmother that she is in last place in a car race against such fairy tale notables as Humpty Dumpty, the Three Bears, and Rumpelstiltskin, she boldly rebuffs defeat and steps on the gas. When a Princess learns from her Fairy Godmother that she is in last place in a car race against such fairy tale notables as Humpty Dumpty, the Three Bears, and Rumpelstiltskin, she boldly rebuffs defeat and steps on the gas. Show less

When a Princess learns from her Fairy Godmother that she is in last place in a car race against such fairy tale notables as Humpty Dumpty, the Three Bears, and Rumpelstiltskin, she boldly rebuffs defeat and steps on the gas. When a Princess learns from her Fairy Godmother that she is in last place in a car race against such fairy tale notables as Humpty Dumpty, the Three Bears, and Rumpelstiltskin, she boldly rebuffs defeat and steps on the gas. Show less

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Into the Heartlands

Into the Heartlands

by Brown, Roseanne A.

Graphic Novel - 2022

Princess Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with her brother, T'Challa, because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. Princess Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with her brother, T'Challa, because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. Show less

Princess Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with her brother, T'Challa, because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. Princess Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with her brother, T'Challa, because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. Show less

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The Mermaid Princesses

The Mermaid Princesses

by Cameron-Gordon, Maya

Book - 2023

Three very different Black mermaid princesses--and sisters--find out which one of them has what it takes to become the legend of the sea when a big proble...Show more Three very different Black mermaid princesses--and sisters--find out which one of them has what it takes to become the legend of the sea when a big problem comes their way, in this enchanting adventure inspired by African mermaid myth, magic, and spirituality. Show less

Three very different Black mermaid princesses--and sisters--find out which one of them has what it takes to become the legend of the sea when a big proble...Show more Three very different Black mermaid princesses--and sisters--find out which one of them has what it takes to become the legend of the sea when a big problem comes their way, in this enchanting adventure inspired by African mermaid myth, magic, and spirituality. Show less

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Ra Pu Zel and the Stinky Tofu

Ra Pu Zel and the Stinky Tofu

by Compestine, Ying Chang

Book - 2024

A young princess in China named Ra Pu Zel who doesn't want to talk to princes or look proper. What Pu Zel wants is to cook and eat in peace, her long hair...Show more A young princess in China named Ra Pu Zel who doesn't want to talk to princes or look proper. What Pu Zel wants is to cook and eat in peace, her long hair neatly braided to keep it out of her food. When she gets tired of everyone telling her what to do, she locks herself in a tower with her dog Bao. It's not until a young chef arrives with an intriguing food to share that Ra Pu Zel finally has a reason to leave her tower. Show less

A young princess in China named Ra Pu Zel who doesn't want to talk to princes or look proper. What Pu Zel wants is to cook and eat in peace, her long hair...Show more A young princess in China named Ra Pu Zel who doesn't want to talk to princes or look proper. What Pu Zel wants is to cook and eat in peace, her long hair neatly braided to keep it out of her food. When she gets tired of everyone telling her what to do, she locks herself in a tower with her dog Bao. It's not until a young chef arrives with an intriguing food to share that Ra Pu Zel finally has a reason to leave her tower. Show less

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Rani's Remarkable Day

Rani's Remarkable Day

by Faruqi, Saadia

Book - 2023

Sneaking away from the palace in search of adventure, lonely and bored princess Rani heads to the beach where she becomes just a kid who's not so great at building sandcastles, and while there, finds something special--a friend. Sneaking away from the palace in search of adventure, lonely and bored princess Rani heads to the beach where she becomes just a kid who's not so great at building sandcastles, and while there, finds something special--a friend. Show less

Sneaking away from the palace in search of adventure, lonely and bored princess Rani heads to the beach where she becomes just a kid who's not so great at building sandcastles, and while there, finds something special--a friend. Sneaking away from the palace in search of adventure, lonely and bored princess Rani heads to the beach where she becomes just a kid who's not so great at building sandcastles, and while there, finds something special--a friend. Show less

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Cinnamon

Cinnamon

by Gaiman, Neil

Book - 2017

The parents of pearl-eyed princess Cinnamon offer a reward to anyone who can help their daughter speak, a plea answered by an exotic tiger who arrives at the palace, armed with knowledge of the world. The parents of pearl-eyed princess Cinnamon offer a reward to anyone who can help their daughter speak, a plea answered by an exotic tiger who arrives at the palace, armed with knowledge of the world. Show less

The parents of pearl-eyed princess Cinnamon offer a reward to anyone who can help their daughter speak, a plea answered by an exotic tiger who arrives at the palace, armed with knowledge of the world. The parents of pearl-eyed princess Cinnamon offer a reward to anyone who can help their daughter speak, a plea answered by an exotic tiger who arrives at the palace, armed with knowledge of the world. Show less

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Fairy Tales for Fearless Girls

Fairy Tales for Fearless Girls

by Ganeri, Anita

Book - 2019

Showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women, these fairy tales contain heroines that aren't reduced to being wives or witches! Instead ...Show more Showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women, these fairy tales contain heroines that aren't reduced to being wives or witches! Instead they run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. Show less

Showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women, these fairy tales contain heroines that aren't reduced to being wives or witches! Instead ...Show more Showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women, these fairy tales contain heroines that aren't reduced to being wives or witches! Instead they run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. Show less

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The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink

The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink

by Hale, Shannon

Book - 2023

Princess Magnolia is at the Flower Festival prepping for the evening ball when suddenly she hears a commotion. To her surprise, a knight in shining armor ...Show more Princess Magnolia is at the Flower Festival prepping for the evening ball when suddenly she hears a commotion. To her surprise, a knight in shining armor comes to the rescue, but not before the princess’s prized decorations are stomped on and destroyed. Luckily, the gallant Prince Valerian has his own secret identity—the Prince in Pink—and has been yearning for a chance to show off his special skills. Show less

Princess Magnolia is at the Flower Festival prepping for the evening ball when suddenly she hears a commotion. To her surprise, a knight in shining armor ...Show more Princess Magnolia is at the Flower Festival prepping for the evening ball when suddenly she hears a commotion. To her surprise, a knight in shining armor comes to the rescue, but not before the princess’s prized decorations are stomped on and destroyed. Luckily, the gallant Prince Valerian has his own secret identity—the Prince in Pink—and has been yearning for a chance to show off his special skills. Show less

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Halima, Superhero Princess

Halima, Superhero Princess

by Joof, Emily

Book - 2024

Halima can't decide who to dress up as for her friend's birthday party. Should she be a princess like Elsa, or a sort-of superhero like Pippi Longstocking...Show more Halima can't decide who to dress up as for her friend's birthday party. Should she be a princess like Elsa, or a sort-of superhero like Pippi Longstocking? 'You can't be either,' her friends tell her, 'because you don't look like them.' Mama says Halima can be whoever she wants to be, and together they discover some of the strong, brave women who could inspire her. Show less

Halima can't decide who to dress up as for her friend's birthday party. Should she be a princess like Elsa, or a sort-of superhero like Pippi Longstocking...Show more Halima can't decide who to dress up as for her friend's birthday party. Should she be a princess like Elsa, or a sort-of superhero like Pippi Longstocking? 'You can't be either,' her friends tell her, 'because you don't look like them.' Mama says Halima can be whoever she wants to be, and together they discover some of the strong, brave women who could inspire her. Show less

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My Princess Boy

My Princess Boy

by Kilodavis, Cheryl

Book - 2010

This picture book shows a family's acceptance and support of their son who likes to dress up as a princess. This picture book shows a family's acceptance and support of their son who likes to dress up as a princess. Show less

This picture book shows a family's acceptance and support of their son who likes to dress up as a princess. This picture book shows a family's acceptance and support of their son who likes to dress up as a princess. Show less

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The Frog Princess

The Frog Princess

A Tlingit Legend From Alaska

by Kimmel, Eric A.

Book - 2006

After rejecting all of her human suitors, the beautiful daughter of a Tlingit tribal leader declares that she would rather marry a frog from the lake. After rejecting all of her human suitors, the beautiful daughter of a Tlingit tribal leader declares that she would rather marry a frog from the lake. Show less

After rejecting all of her human suitors, the beautiful daughter of a Tlingit tribal leader declares that she would rather marry a frog from the lake. After rejecting all of her human suitors, the beautiful daughter of a Tlingit tribal leader declares that she would rather marry a frog from the lake. Show less

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The Rapping Princess

The Rapping Princess

by Lee, Hannah

Book - 2021

A completely original rhyming picture book that celebrates daring to be different, featuring Shiloh, the rapping princess. A completely original rhyming picture book that celebrates daring to be different, featuring Shiloh, the rapping princess. Show less

A completely original rhyming picture book that celebrates daring to be different, featuring Shiloh, the rapping princess. A completely original rhyming picture book that celebrates daring to be different, featuring Shiloh, the rapping princess. Show less

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Princess Tales Around the World

Princess Tales Around the World

Once Upon A Time in Rhyme With Seek-and-find Pictures

by Maccarone, Grace

Book - 2017

Retellings in verse of some of the world's best known fairy tales with illustrations that contain hidden objects for the reader to find. Retellings in verse of some of the world's best known fairy tales with illustrations that contain hidden objects for the reader to find. Show less

Retellings in verse of some of the world's best known fairy tales with illustrations that contain hidden objects for the reader to find. Retellings in verse of some of the world's best known fairy tales with illustrations that contain hidden objects for the reader to find. Show less

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One of a kind like me

One of a kind like me

Único como yo [Spanish and English]

by Mayeno, Laurin

Book - 2016

Tomorrow is the school parade, and Danny knows exactly what he will be: a princess. Mommy supports him 100%, and they race to the thrift store to find his costume. It's almost closing time - will Danny find the costume of his dreams in time? Tomorrow is the school parade, and Danny knows exactly what he will be: a princess. Mommy supports him 100%, and they race to the thrift store to find his costume. It's almost closing time - will Danny find the costume of his dreams in time? Show less

Tomorrow is the school parade, and Danny knows exactly what he will be: a princess. Mommy supports him 100%, and they race to the thrift store to find his costume. It's almost closing time - will Danny find the costume of his dreams in time? Tomorrow is the school parade, and Danny knows exactly what he will be: a princess. Mommy supports him 100%, and they race to the thrift store to find his costume. It's almost closing time - will Danny find the costume of his dreams in time? Show less

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Fresh Princess

Fresh Princess

by Millner, Denene

Book - 2019

When Destiny, the Fresh Princess, moves to a new neighborhood, she must be courageous as she makes new friends. When Destiny, the Fresh Princess, moves to a new neighborhood, she must be courageous as she makes new friends. Show less

When Destiny, the Fresh Princess, moves to a new neighborhood, she must be courageous as she makes new friends. When Destiny, the Fresh Princess, moves to a new neighborhood, she must be courageous as she makes new friends. Show less

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Princess Princess Ever After

Princess Princess Ever After

by O'Neill, Katie

Graphic Novel - 2016

When the heroic princess Amira rescues the kind-hearted princess Sadie from her tower prison, neither expects to find a true friend in the bargain. They'l...Show more When the heroic princess Amira rescues the kind-hearted princess Sadie from her tower prison, neither expects to find a true friend in the bargain. They'll need to join forces and use all the know-how, kindness, and bravery they have in order to defeat their greatest foe yet: a jealous sorceress with a dire grudge against Sadie. Show less

When the heroic princess Amira rescues the kind-hearted princess Sadie from her tower prison, neither expects to find a true friend in the bargain. They'l...Show more When the heroic princess Amira rescues the kind-hearted princess Sadie from her tower prison, neither expects to find a true friend in the bargain. They'll need to join forces and use all the know-how, kindness, and bravery they have in order to defeat their greatest foe yet: a jealous sorceress with a dire grudge against Sadie. Show less

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Solimar

Solimar

The Sword of the Monarchs

by Ryan, Pam Muñoz

Book - 2022

On the eve of her Quinceañera, Princess Solimar discovers that it will take more than magic to save her kingdom and prevent the destruction of the Monarch butterfly. On the eve of her Quinceañera, Princess Solimar discovers that it will take more than magic to save her kingdom and prevent the destruction of the Monarch butterfly. Show less

On the eve of her Quinceañera, Princess Solimar discovers that it will take more than magic to save her kingdom and prevent the destruction of the Monarch butterfly. On the eve of her Quinceañera, Princess Solimar discovers that it will take more than magic to save her kingdom and prevent the destruction of the Monarch butterfly. Show less

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Once Upon A Fairy Tale

Once Upon A Fairy Tale

The Snoring Princess

by Staniszewski, Anna

Book - 2020

Princess Rosa's palace has been under a sleeping spell for one hundred years, and the spell will end at sunset; but Princess Rosa sleepwalks and when Kara and Zed enter the palace they find that she is missing! Princess Rosa's palace has been under a sleeping spell for one hundred years, and the spell will end at sunset; but Princess Rosa sleepwalks and when Kara and Zed enter the palace they find that she is missing! Show less

Princess Rosa's palace has been under a sleeping spell for one hundred years, and the spell will end at sunset; but Princess Rosa sleepwalks and when Kara and Zed enter the palace they find that she is missing! Princess Rosa's palace has been under a sleeping spell for one hundred years, and the spell will end at sunset; but Princess Rosa sleepwalks and when Kara and Zed enter the palace they find that she is missing! Show less

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I'm Going to Be A Princess

I'm Going to Be A Princess

by Taylor, Stephanie

Book - 2023

This funny, feminist narrative follows Maya as she learns about the achievements of some amazing Black women while pondering what she wants to be when she grows up and is especially captivated by a brave Nigerian princess. This funny, feminist narrative follows Maya as she learns about the achievements of some amazing Black women while pondering what she wants to be when she grows up and is especially captivated by a brave Nigerian princess. Show less

This funny, feminist narrative follows Maya as she learns about the achievements of some amazing Black women while pondering what she wants to be when she grows up and is especially captivated by a brave Nigerian princess. This funny, feminist narrative follows Maya as she learns about the achievements of some amazing Black women while pondering what she wants to be when she grows up and is especially captivated by a brave Nigerian princess. Show less

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The Water Princess

The Water Princess

by Verde, Susan

Book - 2016

With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try...Show more With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try as she might, Gie Gie cannot bring the water closer; she cannot make it run clearer. Every morning, she rises before the sun to make the long journey to the well. Instead of a crown, she wears a heavy pot on her head to collect the water. Show less

With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try...Show more With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try as she might, Gie Gie cannot bring the water closer; she cannot make it run clearer. Every morning, she rises before the sun to make the long journey to the well. Instead of a crown, she wears a heavy pot on her head to collect the water. Show less

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