“Life in the Seven Kingdoms is never dull . . .” 

–Jen McConnel, School Library Journal

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What do you do when the only giant you know is knocked out like sleeping beauty?

And you’re worried you might be living up to your nickname, Jack.  The giant-killer. . .

Trouble springs up overnight in this Seven Kingdoms Fairy Tale!

Giant Trouble: The Mystery of the Magic Beans is about an eleven-year old prince and comic strip artist who has to solve the mystery of his giant friend’s sleeping sickness.

And find out if he’s the culprit.

About GIANT TROUBLE: The Mystery of the Magic Beans

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For ages 9 to 12

For fans of Jean Ferris’ ONCE UPON A MARIGOLD, Jacqueline Davies’ THE LEMONADE WARS, and E.G. Foley’s THE GRYPHON CHRONICLES.

A Story About Trust and Evidence

When the beloved Mr. Giant keels over after eating a bowl of soup in the Royal Marigold Restaurant, it’s a recipe for trouble for eleven-year-old Prince William of Marigold.


Now William–a.k.a. the comic strip artist known as “Jack”–is facing charges of attempted giant-killing.

The evidence against him? His newly published comic strip–about “knock-out flavor”–and his solo kitchen duty on the day the Mr. Giant conked out on the restaurant table.

To solve the mystery of Mr. Giant’s magical sleeping sickness, William needs some help from his friends in other parts of the Seven Kingdoms.

But seven, suspicious, out-of-town giants are blocking the castle exits and won’t let him out, no matter what he cooks up.

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The comic strip that caused all the trouble . . .

Why Read Seven Kingdoms Fairy Tales?

Everyone knows the leaders of tomorrow will need lots of skills. Each Seven Kingdoms Fairy Tale takes on a BIGGIE.

In each Tale, a fairy godparent gives one lucky child the perfect leadership gift. Abracadabra!
 
If only they’d remember the training wheels! Yiiiiiiikes!
 
Whether it’s speaking up at a feast, reading a compass, taking a test, starting at a new school, or being fair to your friends when you’re on opposite sides of the rules in a strange kingdom, these Tales are all about finding more magic in your life.

What Readers Are Saying

“I love all the rich details like the Blackflies, the goldfish in the moat, the sluices carrying the desserts . . .”
–Karin Lefranc
author, I WANT TO EAT YOUR BOOKS
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“Kids will love every quirky thing about it!”
–Kristi Wientge
author, KARMA KHULLAR’S MUSTACHE​
“I love the premise of hiding in plain sight. The concept that a kid could go through childhood – and life – without feeling they are being heard or seen is such an important topic . . . I know a lot of kids will be drawn to this!”
–Halli Gomez
contributing author, BRAVE NEW GIRLS: TALES OF HEROINES WHO HACK
“Emotionally engaging. I feel much sympathy for [the nameless princess], yet at the same time her parents and all their inadequacies are so endearing.”
–Michelle Leonard
contributing author, BRAVE NEW GIRLS: STORIES OF GIRLS WHO SCIENCE AND SCHEME, Young Adult (Sci-Fi Anthology for ages 12+)

Coming March 26, 2024!

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