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In this companion to Princess Diaries, Meg Cabot pairs with fashion artist Chesley McLaren to explore a spectacular roster of real and imagined princesses—from Sleeping Beauty and Cleopatra to Pocahontas and Mia herself. Through diary‑style entries, Mia highlights how each queen’s courage, grace, and self‑confidence define true royalty, offering readers practical tips for embracing their own inner princess and discovering their personal power.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Meg Cabot
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