The Fairy Tale Fan Club: Legendary Letters Collected by C.C Cecily

A quirky glimpse into sixteen favourite fairy tales, this book explores ‘ever after’ as experienced by princesses and frogs, heroes, villains, and puppets through a series of silly, tongue-in-cheek letters written back and forth between these well-known characters and their fans. Lovers of the original stories will enjoy this collection, as will anyone who enjoys sharp wit and fresh, funny commentary.

The artwork is simultaneously classic and fresh, putting a clever spin on material that has been illustrated endlessly over the years, through line art that alludes to old etchings with the odd pop of colour that thoroughly modernises the style. Alongside the letters themselves, the story offer insights into both the original tales and what followed when the stories ended, making this a great book for kids who want to know more.

While the book may contain references to stories enjoyed by younger children, it occasionally touches light-heartedly on sensitive topics such as consent and parental neglect. Those suggesting the book should be mindful of the content, which is age appropriate, but may be difficult for some children. Reading together may present an opportunity for important discussions between children and their caregivers.

All in all, this is a fun, fanciful book that will be enjoyed by lovers of cheeky humour and fairytales alike