5+years
Sleeping Beauty
Author: Lynn Roberts-MaloneyIllustrator: David RobertsA 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