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Girls Life Isn't a Fairy Tale

By Annet Schaap

dark humorous feminist sinister

Genres

Fairy Tales Humour Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Girls Life Isn't a Fairy Tale about?

This collection presents seven reimagined fairy tales where young women confront and overcome real-world challenges. From a miller's daughter questioning royal marriage to a girl facing a not-so Big Bad Wolf, these stories blend dark humour with relatable struggles, offering fresh perspectives on classic narratives. Annet Schaap's sharp writing, complemented by her ominous black-and-white illustrations, crafts an absorbing, slyly sinister collection for readers aged 11 and up.

About the author

Annet Schaap is a well-loved Dutch author and illustrator. She is best known for her exciting book 'Lampie', which tells the magical story of a lighthouse keeper’s daughter. Annet enjoys creating wonderful worlds and interesting characters that spark children’s imaginations. Her stories have been enjoyed by young readers all around the world.

Pages

192 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2025

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