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Join the anti-princesses as they go on a holiday cruise in a special summer edition that includes stories and activities.
Talented ten-year-olds Emily, Bella, Chloe and Grace are sick of adults trying to turn them into helpless princesses ... When computer whiz Emily makes the final of an online gaming competition and wins a summer cruise around Australia, the Anti-Princess Club are with her all the way!
First publish date: 2015
Authors: Samantha Turnbull
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