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5+years

Sleeping Beauty

Author: Lynn Roberts-MaloneyIllustrator: David Roberts

A cleverly crafted reimagining, dismantling gender stereotypes. An intriguing blend of fairy tale thorns and science fiction tropes, wrapped around a 1950s teen who loves reading about futuristic worlds. Roberts’ fashion design background and art nouveau influences are reflected in the alien green, psychedelic swirls, recurring motifs and Rennie Mackintosh-inspired blue roses.

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  • Own Voice
  • LGBTQIA+ representation
  • Same-sex parents
  • Black representation
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead
  • Diverse cast