Shannon Hale is an American author primarily of young adult fantasy, including the Newbery Honor book Princess Academy and The Goose Girl. Her first novel for adults, Austenland, was adapted into a film in 2013. She is a graduate of the University of Utah and the University of Montana. She has also co-written with her husband, Dean.
Series by Shannon Hale
Ever After High
7 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.15
The Princess in Black
6 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.39
Books of Bayern
5 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.10
Princess Academy
3 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.09
Austenland
2 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 3.74
Friends
2 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.18
The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl
2 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.00
Kitty-Corn
2 books · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.38
Rapunzel's Revenge
1 book · ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.12
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Books by Shannon Hale
The Princess in Black and the Giant Problem
The Princess in Black #8
Princess in Black and her hero friends are enjoying a lovely day in the fluffypuffy snow when BANG! a giant smashes his… Princess in Black and her hero friends are enjoying a lovely day in the fluffypuffy snow when BANG! a giant smashes his way through the kingdom. This is too big a job for Princess in Black, Princess in Blankets and Goat Avenger and soon dozens of heroes and pet friends show up to save the day! In the eighth title in the New York Times bestselling series, the Princess in Black's snow day is interrupted by a giant who poses a big problem.Princess in Black and her hero friends are enjoying a lovely day in the fluffypuffy snow when BANG! a giant smashes his way through the kingdom. This is too big a job for Princess in Black, Princess in Blankets and Goat Avenger and soon dozens of heroes and pet friends show up to save the day!
Party Hearty Kitty-Corn
Kitty-Corn #2
From the bestselling Itty-Bitty Kitty-Corn creators, Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham, comes another heartwarming and hilari… From the bestselling Itty-Bitty Kitty-Corn creators, Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham, comes another heartwarming and hilarious Kitty and Unicorn story about feeling like a "third wheel"--and the enduring magic of true friendship Kitty has a grand idea. "Let's throw a kitty-corn party!" But when newcomer Puppy messes up Kitty's perfectly laid plans and steals Unicorn's attention and affection, Kitty is NOT pleased. When jealousy takes hold, can Unicorn help Kitty see that nothing will ever threaten a friendship as strong as theirs? The magical, bestselling team of Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham reunite for another heart-bursting story featuring an utterly adorable kitty-corn pair--plus Puppy, too! ARF!--reassuring readers that true friends never run out of love for each other.
Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink
The Princess in Black #4
Princess Magnolia is meticulously planning a spectacular ball, but her festive preparations are thrown into chaos when a… Princess Magnolia is meticulously planning a spectacular ball, but her festive preparations are thrown into chaos when a flurry of adorable, yet destructive, monsters appear, threatening her beautiful decorations. Donning her secret identity as the Princess in Black, she leaps into action to save the party. However, the arrival of the charming Prince in Pink complicates matters, as Magnolia must now protect her kingdom from chaos while carefully guarding her heroic secret from her observant new guest. Can she rescue the ball, defeat the creatures, and keep her true identity under wraps before the night is ruined?
Pretty Perfect Kitty-Corn
Kitty-Corn #2
Unicorn strives to be utterly perfect, believing his sparkling reputation must always be maintained. But when a hilariou… Unicorn strives to be utterly perfect, believing his sparkling reputation must always be maintained. But when a hilariously embarrassing moment shatters his flawless facade, he fears his dear friend Kitty will no longer want to be around someone so imperfect. Now, Unicorn must confront his deepest anxieties about not always being pristine. He embarks on a journey to discover if true friendship means embracing every messy, magnificent part of himself, flaws and all.
Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde
The Princess in Black #3
The Princess in Black and her faithful pony, Blacky, find a field full of darling little bunnies nibbling on grass, twit… The Princess in Black and her faithful pony, Blacky, find a field full of darling little bunnies nibbling on grass, twitching their velvet noses. Where are the monsters? Are these bunnies as innocent as they appear?
A Wonderlandiful World
Ever After High #3
Class is back in session at Ever After High! Bump destinies with your favorite fairytale friends and embark on a new spe… Class is back in session at Ever After High! Bump destinies with your favorite fairytale friends and embark on a new spellbinding adventure. Will it be with the reigning Royals, like alpha-queen-to-be Apple White and adventurista Briar Beauty? Or with the restless Rebels, like the wicked cool Raven Queen and the lone wolf Cerise Hood? Princes, princesses, and wicked queens-oh my! Your happily forever after starts now in this totally legendary third book by bestselling author Shannon Hale!
Real Friends
Friends #1
“Fresh and funny.” —New York Times Book Review Newbery Honor author Shannon Hale and New York Times bestselling illustra… “Fresh and funny.” —New York Times Book Review Newbery Honor author Shannon Hale and New York Times bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham join forces in this graphic memoir about how hard it is to find your real friends—and why it's worth the journey. When best friends are not forever . . . Shannon and Adrienne have been best friends ever since they were little. But one day, Adrienne starts hanging out with Jen, the most popular girl in class and the leader of a circle of friends called The Group. Everyone in The Group wants to be Jen's #1, and some girls would do anything to stay on top . . . even if it means bullying others. Now every day is like a roller coaster for Shannon. Will she and Adrienne stay friends? Can she stand up for herself? And is she in The Group—or out? Real Friends is an honest and relatable true story about the ups and downs of friendship. It's a great conversation starter for talking about feeling left out, big emotions, and finding your people. It's also uplifting and funny, making this the perfect graphic novel for readers who love the Click series by Kayla Miller, the Nat Enough series by Maria Scrivan, and books by Raina Telgemeier.
Dream On
Mega-bestselling graphic novel author Shannon Hale (Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever--over 2 million copi… Mega-bestselling graphic novel author Shannon Hale (Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever--over 2 million copies sold!) is back with a new middle grade graphic novel about hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie and Click. Something is missing from Cassie's life. Her parents don't have much money, she has to share her bedroom (and bed!) with her sisters, and her family never seem to have time for her. To make matters worse, her best friend Vali is always busy with a new friend. When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes with the words “YOU’RE THE WINNER” stamped on the front, she thinks it’s the answer to all her problems. She could buy new furniture to replace their shabby old sofa. Or maybe a car so her family doesn’t have to take two trips to go places. Or maybe she can make Vali her best friend forever by taking her on a fabulous vacation. The possibilities are endless, like an all-you-can-eat buffet! But will prizes really solve Cassie’s problems? And what will she lose if she doesn’t win anything at all? With bright and charming illustrations by Marcela Cespedes and Lark Pien, Dream On is a joyful story filled with imagination, big dreams, and wonder. This book is perfect for readers who want to enjoy a gentle and accessible friendship story, as well as anyone looking for SEL themes about empathy, kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. This story also features children experiencing high sensitivity, big emotions, and feelings of sadness, making it a helpful tool to spark conversations and connections with young readers.
Once Upon A Time
Read these exclusive introductions to all your favourite characters to find out what their lives are like at home! A new… Read these exclusive introductions to all your favourite characters to find out what their lives are like at home! A new chapter is about to begin at Ever After High, and all the students are preparing to start their Legacy Year. In just a few weeks it will be Legacy Day when they will sign the Storybook of Legends and commit to live out their fairy-tale destiny, repeating the famous stories of their parents. This volume collects together for the first time 12 short tales, including five BRAND-NEW stories. For the first time, find out what Dexter and Darling Charming, Cedar Wood, Lizzie Hearts and Kitty Cheshire were doing just before school started. This collection also includes the stories of Apple White, Raven Queen, Madeline Hatter, Briar Beauty, Ashlynn Ella and Hunter Hunstman, and the fairy tale The Tale of Two Sisters, which were previously only available online. Don't miss this Once Upon a Time special edition of enchanting stories by bestselling and Newbery honor-winning author Shannon Hale.
Best Friends
Friends #2
For Mia, the bustling market square and the comfort of her closest friends have always been the anchors of her whimsical… For Mia, the bustling market square and the comfort of her closest friends have always been the anchors of her whimsical, magic-touched village. But as strange new enchantments begin to bloom, stirring unpredictable changes in their community and within the bonds of her cherished group, Mia finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew about loyalty. Old alliances falter and new tensions arise, threatening to unravel the very fabric of her social world. Now, she must navigate a shifting landscape of friendships and magic, fighting to understand her place and keep her dearest connections from fading away before she’s left adrift.
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