The Princess in Black
Who says princesses don’t wear black? When trouble raises its blue monster head, Princess Magnolia ditches her flouncy dresses and becomes the Princess in Black!
Princess Magnolia is having hot chocolate and scones with Duchess Wigtower when . . . Brring! Brring! The monster alarm! A big blue monster is threatening the goats! Stopping monsters is no job for dainty Princess Magnolia. But luckily Princess Magnolia has a secret —she’s also the Princess in Black, and stopping monsters is the perfect job for her! Can the princess sneak away, transform into her alter ego, and defeat the monster before the nosy duchess discovers her secret? From award-winning writing team of Shannon and Dean Hale and illustrator LeUyen Pham, here is the first in a humorous and action-packed chapter book series for young readers who like their princesses not only prim and perfect, but also dressed in black.
Shannon Hale
Shannon Hale is a writer whose words transport readers to vivid, enchanting worlds where adventure and heart are woven together in every page. Best known for her Princess Academy series and The Goose Girl—both of which have captured the imaginations of readers young and old—Shannon crafts stories that feel timeless, with a focus on strong heroines, intricate relationships, and the subtle magic of human experience.
Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, Shannon's love for storytelling began early. She always knew she wanted to be a writer, drawing inspiration from her love of fairy tales, fantasy, and the idea of characters finding their courage in unexpected places. Whether it's through princesses who must fight their own battles or ordinary girls who discover their extraordinary destinies, Shannon's books are filled with strong-willed characters and rich worlds that resonate with readers, especially young women, seeking their own strength and voice.
Princess in Black
In the enchanting world of the Princess in Black series, royalty meets heroism in the most unexpected and delightful way. Princess Magnolia might appear to be your typical princess, complete with a tiara and a perfectly poised demeanor, but beneath her polished exterior lies a secret identity that sets her apart from every other royal. When danger strikes her kingdom, she sheds her princess attire and dons the iconic black suit, transforming into the fierce and fearless Princess in Black—a protector of her land who takes on wild monsters and saves the day with courage and cleverness.
Princess in Black consists of twelve books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
