Princess and the Pea

Barbara Lanza is a children's book author and illustrator who specializes in fairy tales and fantasy. She is best known for her work on The Princess and the Pea and other classic folklore adaptations. Her books focus on traditional magic and detailed imagery for young readers.

Hans Christian Andersen was born in Odense, Denmark, to a father who claimed to be related to nobility. After school, he worked as a weaver's apprentice and as a tailor's assistant. At 14, he moved to Copenhagen to be an actor, and was accepted into the Royal Danish Theatre. His career ended when his voice changed, and he decided to become a writer. He published his first story, The Ghost at Palnatoke's Grave, in 1822. An acquaintance paid all expenses to send him to grammar school in Slagelse....

Kari James is a children’s writer best known for her work on Princess and the Pea. She specializes in retelling classic fairy tales using simple, direct language for young readers. Her stories are a great pick for families who want clear and easy-to-follow narratives.