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Books with author Julia Bereciartu

  • Power to the Princess: 15 Favorite Fairytales Retold with Girl Power

    Vita Murrow, Julia Bereciartu

    Hardcover (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Sept. 6, 2018)
    "Brilliant." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review What if princesses didn’t always marry Prince Charming and live happily ever after? In this stunning anthology—elegantly presented in a red, clothbound hard cover with gold-toned metallic debossing—15 favorite fairytales have been retold for a new generation. These princesses are smart, funny, and kind, and can do anything they set their minds to. Focused on issues including self-image, confidence, LGBTQ, friendship, advocacy, and disability, these stories are perfect for sharing between parents and children, or for older princesses or princes to read by themselves. They teach that a princess is a person who seeks to help others, is open to learning new things, and looks for ways to add purpose to their lives and the lives of those around them. Get reacquainted with these powerful princesses:Snow White—champion of real beautySleeping Beauty—specialist on sleeping disordersThumbelina—music producer and advocateRapunzel—world-famous architectBelle the Brave—undercover agentElisabeth and the Wild Swans—fashion designerCinderella—prime minster and businesswomanStar and the 12 Dancers—dancerThe Goose Girl—stand-up comedianPrincess Sevinah (and the Pea)—founder of the Fairyland Dating ServiceThe Snow Queen—winter sports coachThe Little Mermaid—advocate for peace between mer-people and humansZade—storyteller (of 1001 tales) and businesswomanEvangeline (The Frog Princess)—natural historianLittle Red Riding Hood—environmentalist and Princess of the WolvesPower to the princess!
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  • Welcome to Ballet School: written by a professional ballerina

    Ashley Bouder, Julia Bereciartu

    Hardcover (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Aug. 4, 2020)
    “A detailed and practical title for those interested in learning about ballet or to engage young readers in movement during story time” – School Library JournalWelcome to your first day at ballet school! Put on your ballet shoes and let’s master your basics with author and New York City Ballet principal Ashley Bouder. Learn five basic lessons, then visit the costume room, before putting on your very own show of Sleeping Beauty at the end. There's no admissions policy to our Ballet School. Whether you are already learning ballet, or thinking about starting, this class is for you. Learn your pliés, first positions, jetés, pirouettes, and grand battements. But what happens if you fall? How do you stretch and look after your body? How do you get ready for class? No worries—it's all answered in this book from professional ballerina Ashley Bouder. Then go on to learn the characters and interpretations of Sleeping Beauty—taught in an inclusive way so anyone can dance the parts they want to. A helpful glossary at the back provides a review of ballet terms. Tutus are optional.
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  • High-Five to the Hero: 15 favorite fairytales retold with boy power

    Vita Murrow, Julia Bereciartu

    Hardcover (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Oct. 1, 2019)
    What if heroes were celebrated for the power of their hearts instead of their swords? In this stunning anthology—elegantly presented in a green, clothbound hard cover with gold-toned metallic debossing—15 favorite fairytales have been retold for a new generation. Meet King Arthur, who rules by listening to others, and Prince Charming, who really wishes people wouldn't typecast him, in this stereotype-busting follow-up to Power to the Princess. Focused on issues including self-image, confidence, LGBTQ, friendship, advocacy, and disability, these stories are perfect for sharing between parents and children, or for older heroes and heroines to read by themselves. Get reacquainted with these caring, considerate, and responsible heroes:King ArthurTom ThumbSinbadThe Emperor's New ClothesJack and the BeanstalkRumpelstiltskinPinocchioHerculesPrince CharmingKing MidasThe Pied PiperQuasimodoThe Snow ManThe Elves and the ShoemakerAnansiHigh-five to the hero!
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  • High-Five to the Hero

    Vita Murrow, Julia Bereciartu

    eBook (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, March 3, 2020)
    What if heroes were celebrated for the power of their hearts instead of their swords? In this stunning anthology – elegantly presented in a green, clothbound hard cover with gold-toned metallic debossing – 15 favourite fairytales have been retold for a new generation. Meet King Arthur, who rules by listening to others, and Prince Charming, who really wishes people wouldn't typecast him, in this stereotype-busting follow-up to Power to the Princess. Focused on issues including self-image, confidence, LGBTQ, friendship, advocacy and disability, these stories are perfect for sharing between parents and children, or for older heroes and heroines to read by themselves. Get reacquainted with these caring, considerate and responsible heroes:King ArthurTom ThumbSinbadThe Emperor With New ClothesJack and the BeanstalkRumpelstiltskinPinocchioThe Snow ManPrince CharmingKing MidasThe Pied PiperQuasimodoHerculesThe Shoemaker (and the Elves)AnansiHigh-five to the hero!
  • High-Five to the Hero:15 favourite fairytales retold with boy power

    Vita Murrow, Julia Bereciartu

    eBook (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Oct. 1, 2019)
    What if heroes were celebrated for the power of their hearts instead of their swords? In this stunning anthology – elegantly presented in a green, clothbound hard cover with gold-toned metallic debossing – 15 favourite fairytales have been retold for a new generation. Meet King Arthur, who rules by listening to others, and Prince Charming, who really wishes people wouldn't typecast him, in this stereotype-busting follow-up to Power to the Princess. Focused on issues including self-image, confidence, LGBTQ, friendship, advocacy and disability, these stories are perfect for sharing between parents and children, or for older heroes and heroines to read by themselves. Get reacquainted with these caring, considerate and responsible heroes:King ArthurTom ThumbSinbadThe Emperor With New ClothesJack and the BeanstalkRumpelstiltskinPinocchioThe Snow ManPrince CharmingKing MidasThe Pied PiperQuasimodoHerculesThe Shoemaker (and the Elves)AnansiHigh-five to the hero!
  • Cumbres borrascosas

    Emily Brontë, Julia Bereciartu

    Descubre con Alfaguara Clásicos Cumbres borrascosas de Emily Brontë, una historia de amor apasionada y tempestuosa, cuya sensibilidad se adelantó a su tiempo. Desde su llegada al hogar de los Earnshaw, el joven Heathcliff trastornará por completo la vida de su familia adoptiva y de sus vecinos, los Linton. Heathcliff y Catherine, la hija de los Earnshaw, desarrollan una relación de dependencia sobrecogedora, desde la infancia hasta más allá de la muerte. Sin embargo, Catherine se verá obligada a escoger la estabilidad por encima de la pasión. Clásicos inolvidables para disfrutar, compartir y dejar volar la imaginación.
  • Welcome to Ballet School: Written by a Professional Ballerina

    Ashley Bouder, Julia Bereciartu

    eBook (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, Aug. 4, 2020)
    “A detailed and practical title for those interested in learning about ballet or to engage young readers in movement during story time” – School Library JournalWelcome to your first day at ballet school! Put on your ballet shoes and let’s master your basics with author and New York City Ballet principal Ashley Bouder. Learn five basic lessons, then visit the costume room, before putting on your very own show of Sleeping Beauty at the end. There's no admissions policy to our Ballet School. Whether you are already learning ballet, or thinking about starting, this class is for you. Learn your pliés, first positions, jetés, pirouettes, and grand battements. But what happens if you fall? How do you stretch and look after your body? How do you get ready for class? No worries—it's all answered in this book from professional ballerina Ashley Bouder. Then go on to learn the characters and interpretations of Sleeping Beauty—taught in an inclusive way so anyone can dance the parts they want to. A helpful glossary at the back provides a review of ballet terms. Tutus are optional.