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  • The Boy Who Cried Wolf, Narrated by the Sheepish But Truthful Wolf

    Nancy Loewen, Juan M. Moreno

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2018)
    So who was really pulling the wool over whose eyes? The Wolf gets candid about "the boy who cried" in this fractured version of a classic Aesop's fable, delighting readers with his first-person account, while back matter questions encourage discussion about perspective. Includes a condensed version of the original tale.
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  • The Ants and the Grasshopper, Narrated by the Fanciful But Truthful Grasshopper

    Nancy Loewen, Carles Arbat

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Why wasn't the grasshopper preparing for winter like the industrious ants were? The grasshopper himself treats readers to HIS side of this classic Aesop's fable in a first-person narrative that celebrates friendship and music, and subtly teaches the concept of perspective. Includes a condensed version of the original fable and discussion questions.
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  • The Tortoise and the Hare, Narrated by the Silly But Truthful Tortoise

    Nancy Loewen, Russ Cox

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2018)
    The tortoise may be slow, but he's killing it onstage, much to the hare's dismay. Get every punchline straight from the reptilian comedian's mouth in this fractured take on a classic Aesop's fable that subtly teaches, and encourages discussion of, the concept of perspective. Includes a condensed version of the original tale.
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  • Seriously, Cinderella Is SO Annoying!: The Story of Cinderella as Told by the Wicked Stepmother

    Trisha Speed Shaskan, Trisha Sue Speed Shaskan, Gerald Claude Guerlais

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2011)
    OF COURSE you think Cinderella was the sweetest belle of the ball. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let me tell you...
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  • No Lie, Pigs

    Jessica Gunderson, Cristian Luis Bernardini

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Feb. 1, 2016)
    He was a huffing, puffing wolf who caused the three little pigs some big-time headaches. End of story? Not quite. Get the full scoop from the wolf's point of view in this lighthearted twist on the classic fairy tale.
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  • Really, Rapunzel Needed a Haircut!: The Story of Rapunzel as Told by Dame Gothel

    Jessica Gunderson, Denis Alexandre Alonso, Terry Flaherty Ph.D.

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Think Dame Gothel was just a horrible old witch, locking fair-haired Rapunzel in that tall, tall tower? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young children a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by prolific author Trisha Jessica Gunderson, including FRANKLY, Iā€™D RATHER SPIN MYSELF A NEW NAME! and NO LIE, PIGS (AND THEIR HOUSES) CAN FLY!
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  • The Lion and the Mouse, Narrated by the Timid But Truthful Mouse

    Nancy Loewen, Cristian Luis Bernardini

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2018)
    She's always been the "invisible" twin, but when her sister reneges on a promise to the king of beasts, a timid mouse chews her way into the spotlight. This sweet, fractured twist on a classic Aesop's fable, told from the mouse's point of view, invites discussion of kindness, truth, and perspective. Includes a condensed version of the original tale.
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  • Believe Me, Goldilocks Rocks!: The Story of the Three Bears as Told by Baby Bear

    Nancy Loewen, Tatevik Avakyan

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2011)
    You think you know the story of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"? The tale you've heard may not be just right. This retelling of the classic story, told from Baby Bear's perspective, will convince you that Goldilocks and Baby Bear (whose real name is Sam) were actually besties! This fractured fairy tale provides a fresh perspective on a well-known tale.
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  • Honestly, Red Riding Hood Was Rotten!: The Story of Little Red Riding Hood as Told by the Wolf

    Trisha Speed Shaskan, Trisha Sue Speed Shaskan, Gerald Claude Guerlais

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2011)
    You think you know the story of "Little Red Riding Hood"? THINK AGAIN! This retelling of the classic story, told from the wolf's perspective, will give you a fresh spin on this famous tale. Was the wolf just really hungry for apples? Was Little Red Riding Hood rotten? This fun fractured tale will leave you with a whole new understanding of the classic story.
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  • Trust Me, Jack's Beanstalk Stinks!: The Story of Jack and the Beanstalk as Told by the Giant

    Eric Mark Braun, Cristian Luis Bernardini

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Think the Giant was the bad guy, terrifying poor little Jack? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover the other side of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young readers a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series, including SERIOUSLY, SNOW WHITE WAS SO FORGETFUL! and BELIEVE ME, GOLDILOCKS ROCKS!
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  • Listen, My Bridge Is SO Cool!: The Story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff as Told by the Troll

    Nancy Loewen, Cristian Luis Bernardini

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2018)
    You think you know the story of "Three Billy Goats Gruff"? You're in for a surprise. The troll SAID he wanted to gobble up the billy goats, but what's the real story behind his stomps and roars? A classic fairy tale gets a trip-trapping twist as the troll tells all.
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  • Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet!: The Story of Hansel and Gretel as Told by the Witch

    Nancy Loewen, Janna Rose Bock

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Feb. 1, 2016)
    Think a witch ate Hansel and Gretel? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young readers a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by acclaimed author Nancy Loewen, including SERIOUSLY, SNOW WHITE WAS SO FORGETFUL! and BELIEVE ME, GOLDILOCKS ROCKS!
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