Books like Prince Cinders by Babette Cole

Name: Prince Cinders
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Babette Cole

A small, skinny prince longs for a chance to leave his ordinary life. When a fairy appears, she grants him a change in appearance—a new coat of confidence—and invites him to the grand Palace Disco. In the glittering ballroom, the prince discovers friendship, the joy of performance, and the magic that can transform even the humblest of beginnings. The story blends fairy‑tale charm with a playful celebration of self‑confidence and enjoys a lighthearted depiction of a noble gathering.

First publish date: September 1995

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Babette Cole

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