Gladys the Magic Chicken

From the acclaimed author of Dragons Love Tacos, this picture book introduces Gladys, a chicken whose presence seems to grant wishes. As she travels through a whimsical ancient world, a shepherd boy, a swordsman, a pooh-bah, and a princess all encounter Gladys and find their desires fulfilled. The clever twist lies in whether Gladys is truly magical or if her encounters simply inspire people to achieve their own dreams. It's a humorous and uplifting story that subtly teaches children about agency and self-belief, wrapped in an engaging adventure perfect for ages 3-7.

From the mega-bestselling author of Dragons Love Tacos and the mega-bestselling illustrator of The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, comes this hilarious new picture book about an irresistible chicken who unexpectedly finds herself on an epic journey during Ancient Times. Gladys the chicken must be magic. After all, for everyone who encounters her, a wish is granted. The Shepherd Boy wishes to be beautiful, the Brave Swordsman wishes to join the Royal Guard, the Purple Pooh-bah wishes for his only daughter to be happy, and the Learned Princess wishes to escape the palace. And one by one, each of these wishes comes true. But . . . is Gladys really magic? Or is everyone making their own fortune? Either way, it adds up to one heck of an adventure for a chicken named Gladys. Blending a classic storybook feel with a thoroughly modern sense of humor, this side-splitting read aloud is perfect for anyone who wishes to see magic in the world—even if they are only looking at a chicken.