KRKB
Shannon Hale
Author Profile

Shannon Hale

51 Books
Shannon Hale is an award-winning American author celebrated for her diverse contributions to children's, young adult, and adult literature. She is renowned for her fantasy novels, such as "Enna Burning" from the Books of Bayern series, and her popular graphic novels and picture books, including "The Princess in Black" series and "Friends Forever." Hale's work often blends magical realism with relatable themes of self-discovery and empowerment, captivating readers across various age groups.
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black and the Case of the Coronavirus: A PSA Booklet

Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, LeUyen Pham

Comics Emotions
- /5
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black

Shannon Hale, LeUyen Pham, Tone Almhjell

Action Adventure
- /5
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party

Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, LeUyen Pham

Adventure Fiction
- /5

Rapunzel's Revenge

Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, Nathan Hale

Action Adventure
- /5
Ever After High

Next Top Villain: A School Story, Book 1

Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, Suzanne Selfors

Fairy Tales Fantasy
- /5
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black and the Bathtime Battle

Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, LeUyen Pham

Adventure Animals
- /5
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black and the Kitty Catastrophe

Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, LeUyen Pham

Cats Fantasy
- /5

Diana: Princess of the Amazons

Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, Victoria Ying

Adventure Fantasy
- /5
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink

Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, LeUyen Pham

Adventure Humor
- /5

Diana and Nubia: Princesses of the Amazons

Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, Victoria Ying

Family Fantasy
- /5
Guys Read

Other Worlds

Rick Riordan, Rebecca Stead, Neal Shusterman, Shannon Hale, Jon Scieszka, Eric S. Nylund, Tom Angleberger, D. J. MacHale, Ray Bradbury, Shaun Tan, Kenneth Oppel, Greg Ruth

Adventure Anthologies
- /5
Write Review Read Reviews

A PSA Booklet

By: Dean Hale , Shannon Hale , LeUyen Pham
Even the bravest heroes need to stay home sometimes! Join the Princess in Black and her friends as they navigate a new challenge: the coronavirus. In this special story, your favorite princess explains why everyone is staying home, why it's important to wash your hands, and how to keep yourself and others safe. She also reminds you that it's okay to feel a little worried or lonely, and that even when we're apart, we're all in this together. Discover how the Princess in Black handles this tricky situation with courage and kindness, showing you how to be a hero right where you are.
Comics Emotions Fiction Friendship Health Princesses Early Readers
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 8 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black

By: Shannon Hale , LeUyen Pham , Tone Almhjell
Princess Magnolia loves everything sparkly and pink, especially her fancy dresses and delightful tea parties with Duchess Wigtower. But when a monster alarm sounds, signaling trouble for the kingdom's adorable goats, Princess Magnolia has a very important secret to keep! You see, she's also the Princess in Black, a masked hero who zooms into action to save the day with her trusty unicorn, Blacky. Can Princess Magnolia quickly transform from her prim and proper self into her monster-fighting alter ego without the nosy duchess ever finding out? Join this hilarious and action-packed adventure as the Princess in Black tackles a big blue monster, proving that even the daintiest princesses can be brave, strong, and wear black when duty calls. Get ready for a royal rumble and a whole lot of fun in this exciting early chapter book, perfect for young readers who love a hero with a secret!
Action Adventure Fantasy Friendship Humor Mermaids Monsters Princesses Problem Solving Science Superheroes Chapter Books Early Readers Illustrated Fiction
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 13-18 Years 95 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Shannon Hale , Dean Hale , LeUyen Pham
Princess Magnolia is ready for the perfect birthday party, complete with sparkly guests and delicious treats! But just as the fun is about to begin, the monster alarm rings. Oh no! Quick as a flash, Princess Magnolia transforms into the Princess in Black, ready to zoom to the rescue and defeat any beast that dares to bother the kingdom's goats. The tricky part? She has to get back to her party before anyone notices she's gone, or worse, discovers her secret identity! With monsters popping up again and again, keeping her princess friends from getting suspicious becomes harder and harder. Can Princess Magnolia save the day, celebrate her birthday, and keep her superhero secret safe? Join her on a royally fun adventure filled with action, humor, and a whole lot of sparkle!
Adventure Fiction Humor Monsters Princesses Superheroes Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 13-18 Years 97 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Dean Hale , Shannon Hale , Nathan Hale
Forget everything you thought you knew about Rapunzel! This isn't your average fairy tale. Locked away in a tower for years, Rapunzel finally escapes, but she's not waiting for a prince to save her. Instead, she's ready to take matters into her own hands, with her super-long, super-strong hair as her ultimate weapon. Join Rapunzel as she rides across a wild, untamed frontier, teaming up with a charming, mysterious outlaw named Jack. Together, they're on a mission to confront the wicked witch, Mother Gothel, and uncover the truth about Rapunzel's past. Expect thrilling chases, unexpected friendships, and a whole lot of laughs in this action-packed graphic novel. Perfect for readers aged 9 to 12, this vibrant re-imagining blends classic fairy tale magic with the grit and excitement of the Wild West. If you love stories about brave heroes, daring adventures, and a touch of humor, you won't want to miss Rapunzel's epic journey to freedom and revenge!
Action Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Graphic Novels Humor
9-12 Years 13-18 Years 145 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
Ever After High

Next Top Villain

A School Story, Book 1

By: Shannon Hale , Dean Hale , Suzanne Selfors
At Ever After High, everyone has a story to follow, but what if yours isn't happily ever after? Duchess Swan, daughter of the Swan Queen, is tired of her predetermined destiny. While her roommate, Lizzie Hearts, embraces her royal future, Duchess dreams of a different path—one where she can be a queen, not just a dutiful princess. When both Duchess and Lizzie are enrolled in the notorious General Villainy class, Duchess sees a chance to rewrite her fate. Could embracing her inner rebel and even playing a prank on her own roomie be the key to acing the class and forging a new destiny? Dive into the magical world of Ever After High and discover if Duchess's ambition will lead her to become the school's Next Top Villain, or if her choices will lead to an unexpected happily ever after of her own.
Fairy Tales Fantasy Friendship Schools Villains
9-12 Years 120 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Shannon Hale , Dean Hale , LeUyen Pham
Princess Magnolia has a secret identity: she's the Princess in Black, a superhero who battles monsters! But this time, she's facing something even smellier than a monster: a giant, super-stinky cloud that's taken over the goat pasture. It smells worse than anything you can imagine, and no matter how hard the Princess in Black and her friend, the Goat Avenger, try to get rid of it, the cloud just floats to another kingdom! Soon, other masked princess heroes and their trusty companions arrive to help. How do you fight a smell when your ninja moves and super strength don't work? Join Princess Magnolia and her friends as they put their heads together to outsmart this beastly stink. Get ready for a hilarious adventure filled with teamwork, clever thinking, and plenty of laughs as these brave heroes tackle their most challenging (and smelliest!) mission yet.
Adventure Animals Friendship Humor Princesses Superheroes Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 96 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Dean Hale , Shannon Hale , LeUyen Pham
Princess Magnolia has a secret identity: she's the Princess in Black, a superhero who battles monsters to keep her kingdom safe! But what happens when a new kind of trouble arrives? Duchess Wigtower's kitten is causing chaos, and Princess Magnolia is thrilled to welcome the fluffy creature. She names it Plumpkins (or maybe Hugmaster Floof?) and prepares for some fun. But just as she's about to play, the monster alarm blares! The Princess in Black must leap into action, leaving her new pet behind. When she returns, her castle is a mess! Wallpaper shredded, curtains torn—this kitten is a tiny whirlwind of destruction. Each time Princess Magnolia rushes off to help the Goat Avenger fight a grumpy monster, her furry friend wreaks more havoc. Can the Princess in Black handle a mischievous kitten and save the day from monsters at the same time? Get ready for a purr-fectly hilarious adventure that proves even superheroes have their hands full with a very naughty cat!
Cats Fantasy Humor Monsters Princesses Superheroes Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 96 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Shannon Hale , Dean Hale , Victoria Ying
Imagine growing up on a magical island filled with amazing Amazon warriors, but you're the only kid around! That's life for eleven-year-old Diana, who lives on the beautiful island of Themyscira. She has a loving mother and many strong 'aunties,' but Diana often feels small and a bit clumsy compared to the mighty adults. More than anything, she longs for a friend her own age, someone to share secrets and adventures with. Taking matters into her own hands, Diana decides to create a playmate out of clay. At first, it's everything she hoped for, full of fun and games! But soon, things begin to get wonderfully wild and a little out of control. Diana must figure out if her new creation is the perfect friend she always dreamed of, or if she's made something much bigger and more challenging than she ever expected. Join Diana in this vibrant graphic novel as she learns about making choices, taking responsibility, and discovering what it truly means to become a hero.
Adventure Fantasy Friendship Graphic Novels Princesses Superheroes Making New Friends
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 160 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Dean Hale , Shannon Hale , LeUyen Pham
Princess Magnolia is busy preparing for the Flower Festival ball when a grumpy emu suddenly crashes the party! Just when it seems her beautiful decorations are doomed, a new hero arrives: the dazzling Prince Valerian, secretly known as the Prince in Pink. With his own special sparkle and flair, he helps restore the glitter and save the day. But when the emu returns with friends, can Princess Magnolia, in her secret identity as the Princess in Black, team up with the Prince in Pink to protect the ball? Join these two valiant heroes as they combine their unique talents to face unexpected challenges and ensure the evening is a dazzling success.
Adventure Humor Knights Princesses Superheroes Teamwork Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 96 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
By: Dean Hale , Shannon Hale , Victoria Ying
Growing up on the island of Themyscira is incredible, but even an Amazon princess gets lonely sometimes. Princess Nubia loves her life surrounded by her fierce mothers and aunties, yet she desperately wishes for a friend her own age to share her daily adventures. One quiet night, she whispers a special plea into Hera's Ear, hoping the gods might finally grant her a playmate. The very next morning, Nubia wakes up to a shocking discovery: there is another girl standing right in her bedroom! The stranger, Diana, stubbornly insists that this is actually her room. Even more confusing, all the adults on the island act as if the two girls have shared the space their entire lives. Could Nubia’s midnight wish have actually come true, gifting her the sister she always wanted? Or is this a massive magical mix-up that the two girls will have to untangle together? Step onto the mythical shores of Themyscira in this vibrant graphic novel. You will follow two iconic heroes as they navigate an unexpected family dynamic, uncover the hidden secrets of their magical island home, and discover exactly what it takes to be a true sister.
Family Fantasy Graphic Novels Mythology Superheroes
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 160 Pages
N/A /5
Write Review Read Reviews
Guys Read

Other Worlds

By: Rick Riordan , Rebecca Stead , Neal Shusterman , Shannon Hale , Jon Scieszka , Eric S. Nylund , Tom Angleberger , D. J. MacHale , Ray Bradbury , Shaun Tan , Kenneth Oppel , Greg Ruth
Blast off into ten incredible stories that will whisk you away to amazing "Other Worlds"! What if your brand-new robot shoes decided they had a mind of their own and started a rebellion? Or what if a group of friendly ghosts needed your help to find the perfect new home? Get ready to meet brave heroes, discover planets you've only dreamed of, and laugh out loud at silly surprises around every corner. This collection is packed with adventures that take you from the farthest reaches of outer space to magical lands hidden just beyond your imagination. Explore what happens when everyday life gets a little bit weird, and discover fantastic possibilities with each new tale. Perfect for young readers who love exciting journeys and discovering the unexpected.
Adventure Anthologies Fantasy Humor Science Fiction Short Stories Chapter Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 352 Pages
N/A /5
Success – Your message will goes here