Princess in Black Series 10 Books Collection Set by Shannon Hale & Dean Hale - Ages 5-8 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Princess in Black
The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party
The Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde
The Princess in Black Takes a Holiday
The Princess in Black and the Mysterious Playdate
The Princess in Black and the Science Fair Scare
The Princess in Black and the Bathtime Battle
The Princess in Black and the Giant Problem
The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Walker Books
Age Range: Ages 5-8 (Grades K-3)

Overview
The Princess in Black Series 10 Books Collection Set brings together ten early chapter books starring Magnolia, a princess who secretly moonlights as a monster-fighting superhero. Written by Shannon Hale and Dean Hale, this beloved series blends humor, friendship, and gentle bravery for kids graduating from picture books into their first real chapter books. Perfect for ages 5 to 8 (Grades K-3), the paperback set includes The Princess in Black, The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party, and eight more short, illustrated adventures. Each story stands on its own, so readers can start anywhere and quickly fall for Magnolia's charming double life.

About the Books
Across these ten paperback adventures, Magnolia lives a double life: by day she's a proper princess attending parties and playing hostess, and by night she dons a mask and cape to protect her kingdom as the Princess in Black, battling silly, never-too-scary monsters that wander in from the pasture. Shannon Hale and Dean Hale built the series around short, punchy chapters, big illustrated spreads, and a reassuring rhythm that helps beginning readers build confidence with real chapter books. Along the way Magnolia teams up with fellow secret-identity princesses, a loyal goat named Duchess Wigtower, and a cast of friends who each bring their own quiet bravery to the story. The collection moves through everyday kid situations, birthday parties, playdates, science fairs, family vacations, and bath time, and turns each one into an opportunity for teamwork, quick thinking, and kindness. Because every title is a complete, stand-alone story, families can read the ten books in any order without losing the thread, making this set flexible for bedtime reading, classroom read-alouds, or independent reading practice. The humor is gentle and visual, the monsters are more mischievous than menacing, and the message, that heroism and femininity are not opposites, resonates with young readers and the grown-ups reading alongside them. With consistent characters, a recognizable visual style, and a tone that never talks down to kids, this ten-book paperback set gives new readers a whole shelf of confidence-building stories to grow with, one princess-sized adventure at a time.

Key Benefits

• Ten complete, stand-alone paperback adventures that can be read in any order
• Short chapters and bold illustrations ideal for kids transitioning from picture books to chapter books
• A confident, kind heroine who balances princess duties with monster-fighting bravery
• Gentle humor and light suspense that's exciting without ever feeling scary
• Perfect for ages 5-8 (Grades K-3), read-alouds, and independent reading practice
• A great gift set for birthdays, holidays, or building a home or classroom library

Book-by-Book Guide
The Princess in Black — Magnolia introduces her secret superhero identity as she races to stop monsters from crossing into the valley.
The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party — A royal garden party is threatened by a hungry monster, forcing Magnolia to slip away mid-celebration.
The Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde — An overwhelming swarm of ravenous bunnies puts Magnolia's teamwork and quick planning to the test.
The Princess in Black Takes a Holiday — A seaside vacation turns eventful when monster trouble follows Magnolia far from her usual kingdom.
The Princess in Black and the Mysterious Playdate — A visiting princess's odd behavior leads Magnolia to uncover a surprising secret identity of her own.
The Princess in Black and the Science Fair Scare — A school science fair goes sideways when a mishap threatens to expose more than just Magnolia's project.
The Princess in Black and the Bathtime Battle — An unexpected monster interruption during bath time sends Magnolia scrambling for her cape at the worst possible moment.
The Princess in Black and the Giant Problem — A gigantic new monster arrives, requiring Magnolia and her allies to think bigger than ever before.
The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess — An undersea excursion introduces new friends and monster mayhem below the waves.
The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink — A visiting prince with his own secret identity joins Magnolia for a lighthearted team-up adventure.

About the Authors
Shannon Hale and Dean Hale are a married writing duo behind the Princess in Black series. Shannon Hale is a Newbery Honor-winning author, recognized for Princess Academy, alongside many other beloved books for young readers. Dean Hale, her longtime collaborator, co-writes the pair's chapter-book and graphic novel projects. Together the Hales are known for blending humor, heart, and strong heroines who defy expectations. Illustrator LeUyen Pham brings Magnolia's world to life with expressive, dynamic artwork throughout the series, helping make these paperback adventures instantly recognizable and beloved by young readers and educators alike.

Why You'll Love This Set
This paperback collection is a ready-made shelf of confidence-building chapter books, perfect for birthday gifts, holiday stockings, or building a classroom library. With short chapters, big illustrations, and a heroine who's brave and girly at once, it's an easy win for reluctant readers, a cozy back-to-school pick, and a favorite for summer reading lists.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.