{"product_id":"adventure-stories-for-daring-girls-9781839406089","title":"Adventure Stories for Daring Girls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeet the heroines who don't wait at home while boys have all the adventures... \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This beautifully illustrated collection brings together a selection of classic children's stories, retold by Samantha Newman. These narratives from around the world showcase strong, charismatic, independent female protagonists who know their own minds, and make their own decisions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Inside you will meet Dorothy Gale, who freed faraway Oz from a terrible tyrant; Hua Mulan, who became a mighty warrior, legendary throughout ancient China; clever and powerful goddess Athena of Greek myth, who went toe-to-toe with Poseidon; and many more. These women strike out on their own with self-confidence, imagination, wit, and courage. They live without restraint or narrowly defined roles. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Inspire the world-changing women of the future to dream big, by fueling their imaginations with relatable and aspirational role models. Featuring magical full-color illustrations by Khoa Le, this book belongs on every girl's bookshelf; ideal for children aged 8+. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStories include: \u003cbr\u003e - Gerda and the Snow Queen (Denmark)\u003cbr\u003e - Hua Mulan (China)\u003cbr\u003e - Heidi (Switzerland)\u003cbr\u003e - Alice in Wonderland (UK)\u003cbr\u003e - Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz (USA)\u003cbr\u003e - Athena and Poseidon's Contest for Athens (Greece)\u003cbr\u003e - Hinemoa and Tutanekai (Maori, NZ) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eABOUT THE SERIES: \u003c\/b\u003e Arcturus Publishing's \u003ci\u003eInspiring Heroines\u003c\/i\u003e series retells classic children's stories, showcasing strong female protagonists who strike out against adversity and smash stereotypes. Featuring enchanting full-colour illustrations by Khoa Le, these empowering tales will inspire young readers to dream big.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSamantha Newman\u003c\/b\u003e is a children's fiction author with a talent for humor and a flair for the fantastic. She has adapted folk tales from around the world; brought Shakespeare to a modern audience; and remixed fairy tales. She lives in London, with her fianc?, and during her infrequent desk breaks, she enjoys yoga, cooking, and befriending the birds in the park. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBased in Vietnam, \u003cb\u003eKhoa Le\u003c\/b\u003e is the author and illustrator of numerous picture books. She has worked with many top publishers, including Hachette and Usbourne and in 2020 she won best illustrator for the Northern Lights Book Awards. Khoa also works as a graphic designer and painter and has participated in several group and solo exhibitions in different Asian countries.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Arcturus Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175108215058,"sku":"9781839406089","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a31bc31d-fe33-4c3f-b79b-368b641a2912.jpg?v=1744285262","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/adventure-stories-for-daring-girls-9781839406089","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}