The Singing Rock & Other Brand-New Fairy Tales

A parent might reach for this book when their child loves the magic of fairy tales but is ready for stories that challenge classic tropes and celebrate quiet strengths like kindness and self-acceptance. This collection offers four brand-new fairy tales that feel both timeless and refreshingly modern. The stories feature a king who learns to appreciate what he has, a princess who discovers true beauty is not skin deep, a brother on a quest to save his sister, and a giant's son who chooses gentleness over ferocity. Perfect for newly independent readers aged 7 to 10, these tales are filled with humor and heart, providing gentle lessons on empathy, resilience, and forging your own path. They are wonderful conversation starters that avoid being heavy-handed.