The Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the Beast, illustrated by Lauren Beard: Random House (2016) Longstaff appears in the British Library’s current list of the "Top 500 Most Borrowed Authors" at number 192. [5]

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Dawn Finch, "Tally and Squill written by Abie Longstaff, illustrated by James Brown", An Awfully Big Blog Adventure, 2 Sept 2016, retrieved 28 Jul 2017 Longstaff's books for older children make use of historical references, [17] and complex literary elements such as footnotes and non-fiction material, alongside characters who are ‘brave and smart and inspirational’. [18] Books [ edit ] Picture books [ edit ] Red Riding Hood knows her Granny is sure to win first prize - she makes the best cakes - but when Kittie and Red visit her cottage, Granny and her cakes are nowhere to be seen! And there is a mysterious paw-shaped footprint on the ground. A clue! Kittie and Red decide to investigate . . . Her Fairytale Hairdresser books have been described as giving ‘a new spin on a traditional fairy tale’. [14] The Guardian called them considerably more nuanced and subversive than they appear on the surface [15] and they are known for their positive representation of diversity and multiculturalism. [16] LoveReading4Kids exists because books change lives, and buying books through LoveReading4Kids means you get to change the lives of future generations, with 25% of the cover price donated to schools in need. Join our community to get personalised book suggestions, extracts straight to your inbox, 10% off RRPs, and to change children’s lives.

Join Kittie Lacey, as she faces her most hair-raising challenge - an evil witch, a tall tower, and a girl called Rapunzel who is having a very bad hair day. Will Kittie manage to tame unruly tresses that go on for miles, rescue a princess and create a happily ever after? The Queen of Hearts is hosting a baking competition and Fairyland is buzzing with excitement! From Rapunzel to the Three Bears, absolutely everyone is busy baking tasty treats and Kittie is just as busy helping her clients look their best for the big event.

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the Pea, illustrated by Lauren Beard: Random House (2016) The Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the Frog, illustrated by Lauren Beard: Random House (2018)

Imogen Russell Williams, "Picture books that draw the line against pink stereotypes of girls ", The Guardian, 30 July 2015 Abie Longstaff is an Australian-born British [1] author of children's fiction known for The Fairytale Hairdresser picture book series, [2] [3] illustrated by Lauren Beard, as well as books for older children and educational books for schools.

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Editors, "A picturebook a week: The Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow White", Library Mice, 11 June 2014, retrieved 28 Jul 2017 The Fairytale Hairdresser is a series of thirteen books following the adventures of Kittie Lacey – the best hairdresser in all of fairyland. This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover to celebrate 10 years of The Fairytale Hairdresser! It's Prince Freddie's coronation and Kittie is styling all her fairytale friends for an animal-themed parade to celebrate!a b "LC Linked Data Service: Authorities and Vocabularies (Library of Congress)". id.loc.gov . Retrieved 16 August 2017. It's up to Kittie to save the day, but she'll need some help from the enchanted toys and some fabulous fairytale fashion!

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Join Kittie Lacey, the best hairdresser in all the land, as she teaches Beast that looks aren't everything - it's what's on the inside that matters most. Imogen Russell Williams, "Picture books that draw the line against pink stereotypes of girls", The Guardian, 30 July 2015 Kittie Lacey is off on a very overdue holiday on Aladdin's Magic Carpet Tours. But when she finds herself tangled up in a world of flying carpets and mysterious jewels she needs to put all her skills to the test to rescue Aladdin, free the genie and save the day. Will she manage it? Armistice Day: A Collection of Remembrance - Spark Interest and Educate Children about Historical Moments

It's almost time for the Flower Festival and Kitty Lacey's salon is bursting with people who would like a special floral hairstyle. This is the Flower People's favourite time of year but they have all mysteriously disappeared. All except one: Thumbelina.