If damsels in distress and prissy princesses give you cause for despair then look no further . . . Have you ever heard the tale of Bella and the Bear, from Sweden? What about the story of Maru-me and the wrestler, from Japan? Dive into this thrilling anthology of fascinating, inspiring myths and legends. This enchanting anthology of 20 overlooked and forgotten fairy tales has been collected from different cultures around the world. Every story features a strong female heroine who approaches life with humour, wit, cunning and bravery. None of these heroines need rescuing. Retold in beautiful, thrilling text by Isabel Otter, and with gorgeous illustrations by Ana Sender, these stories of brave and bold girls from around the world will empower and inspire young readers!

Isabel Otter is a children's book editor and writer. When not writing, you can find her climbing mountains in muddy boots, squirrelled into an armchair with a novel and a cup of tea or tending to her potted plants. Ana Sender was born in Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain. As a child, she loved to draw, write, and imagine all kinds of stories. Then she grew up (although just a little bit) and studied painting and illustration at Escola Massana in Barcelona. Her dreams have always played an important role in her work; she lives a second life there that she tries to remember when she wakes up. She likes werewolves, surrealism, and swampy places.