A Princess Primer »

For ages the fairy godmother has helped make young girls' dreams come true. Now, for the first time, she reveals her closely guarded secrets in one wondrous volume. Everything a girl needs to know about being a princess is presented in this facsimile of the fairy godmother's personal journal, from how to wear a sparkling tiara and choose a fancy gown to what to expect at a royal ball and how to recognize a true prince. In addition to her advice and tips, the fairy godmother offers stories and personal reminiscences, all illustrated with breathtaking paintings of rich landscapes, marvelous castle interiors, and princesses from around the world. This is an incomparable gift for girls who dream of having a little fairy godmother magic in their lives.

About the Author: Stephanie True Peters lives with her family in Mansfield, Massachusetts.

Bernhard Oberdieck lives in Germany.

Denis Gordeev lives in Russia.

Publishers Weekly

Speaking of princesses,... how better to emulate a royal than with the elegant scrapbook-like A Princess Primer: A Fairy Godmother's Guide to Being a Princess by Stephanie True Peters, illus. by Bernhard Oberdieck and Denis Gordeev. Beginning with a secret code, hidden behind a flap on the endpapers, this predominantly pink volume offers sample fabrics to touch, mix-and-match wardrobes to try, and a palace with secret flaps offering cutaway views of everything from the throne room to the servants' quarters. And don't forget magic: spells, enchantments and fairies also pepper the pages, capped off with a royal wedding. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.