Books with all the Elements of a Fairy Tale (Parodies & Otherwise)

Discover enchanting books with all the elements of a fairy tale, from classic parodies to magical retellings. Explore whimsical stories filled with adventure, romance, and timeless tropes!

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The Ordinary Princess

by M. M. Kaye

Along with Wit, Charm, Health, and Courage, Princess Amy of Phantasmorania receives a special fairy christening gift: Ordinariness. Unlike her six beautiful sisters, she has …
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The Light Princess and Other Fairy Tales

by George MacDonald

Seven beguiling tales -- including the title story of a bewitched princess cursed by a lightness of body and spirit. Rich compelling prose from one …
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Dealing with Dragons

by Patricia C. Wrede

The first two volumes of Patricia C. Wrede's beloved, bestselling Enchanted Forest Chronicles!
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Howl's Moving Castle

by Diana Wynne Jones

Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. …
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Once Upon a Marigold

by Jean Ferris

In this witty spoof of fairy tales, Christian, a commoner, falls for Princess Marigold, and it's up to him to untwist an odd love triangle …
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The Swan Maiden

by Heather Tomlinson

An age-old fairy tale told in a refreshingly original voice, this stunning, richly imagined debut novel depicts fantasy at its most eloquent.
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The Two Princesses of Bamarre

by Gail Carson Levine

When plague strikes Bamarre, Princess Addie must fulfill an ancient prophecy. Brave and adventurous, Princess Meryl dreams of fighting dragons and protecting the kingdom of …
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A Hidden Magic

by Vivian Vande Velde

Lost in a magic forest and separated from her prince, Princess Jennifer seeks help from a kindly young sorcerer in battling an evil witch.
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The Princess Bride

by William Goldman

"A Del Rey book." The most beautiful girl in the world marries the handsomest prince in the world.
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Song of the Gargoyle

by Zilpha Keatley Snyder

Thirteen-year-old Tymmon escapes to the forest after his father is kidnapped where he is taken care of by a gargoyle.
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