Step Inside a Fairy Tale | Classic Stories Reimagined

When you step inside a fairy tale, you enter a world of magic, of courage, of possibility, and of hope. It is the most special place to begin an adventure, so come along and step inside...

This exquisitely illustrated treasure brings eight best-loved classic stories to life through an extraordinary artistic collaboration.

Combining breathtaking, atmospheric real-world landscape photography with stunning, whimsical character art, this anthology is designed to delight, enchant, and inspire a lifelong love of storytelling in young readers.

The Collection

This volume features beautifully crafted retellings of eight timeless narratives:

• Hansel & Gretel

• Cinderella

• The Frog Prince

• The Snow Queen

• Little Red Riding Hood

• Rapunzel

• Sleeping Beauty

• The Ugly Duckling

A Masterful Artistic Collaboration

The magic of this book lies in its unique visual design, pairing world-class photography with intricate illustration and gentle text:

• The Landscapes: Features the romantic, light-infused photography of Lars van de Goor, whose respectful depiction of nature's timeless energy provides a majestic, real-world backdrop.

• The Characters: Brought to life with the delicate, internationally acclaimed artwork of Gabriella Barouch, adding depth and wonder to every protagonist.

• The Words: Written by Helen Mortimer, whose extensive background in children's publishing ensures a narrative rhythm perfect for reading aloud.

About the Creators

• Lars van de Goor (Photographer): Born on a Dutch houseboat in 1964, Lars's work is heavily influenced by romantic landscape painters. His main source of inspiration is the mysterious encounter between nature, light, and trees. A recipient of the prestigious Hasselblad Master Award in the Landscape/Nature category, his work is highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

• Helen Mortimer (Author): A seasoned writer and freelance editor, Helen spent fifteen years at Oxford University Press. She is the author of popular educational and picture books, including the Big Words for Little People series and Omar, the Bees and Me. She crafts her stories from her home in rural Oxfordshire.

• Gabriella Barouch (Illustrator): An award-winning visual explorer and illustrator, Gabriella has designed for prominent global clients including Penguin Books, Le Monde newspaper, and the French Post Office. Her debut picture book, Maybe (written by Kobi Yamada), won two gold medals and has been translated into over eight languages.

Product Essentials

• Format: Illustrated Hardback Anthology.

• Contributors: Helen Mortimer (Text), Lars van de Goor (Photography), Gabriella Barouch (Illustration).

• Target Audience: Young readers, families, and collectors of beautiful picture books.

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