Mothers of Enchantment
By Kate Wolford, Elise Forier Edie, Michelle Tang, Kelly Jarvis, Marshall J. Moore, Lynden Wade, Sonni De Soto, Vivica Reeves, Carter Lappin, Claire Noelle Thomas, Maxine Churchman, Kim Malinowski & Abi Marie Palmer
- Release Date: 2022-04-19
- Genre: Fairy Tales, Myths & Fables
We remember her best as the generous fairy who dresses Cinderella and handles transportation while she's at it. But that's just the most famous fairy godmother's tale. With a little imagination, you'll find that fairy godmothers and godfathers appear in many varied forms. The authors in this anthology have crafted new tales that re-imagine the fairy godmother and her role.
A young fairy grapples with imposter syndrome as she takes up her new appointment as godmother. Immortal sisters bestow blessings and curses on princesses as a way to battle the patriarchal fairy godfathers. A struggling artist receives a godmother's help to impress at her high school reunion. Sparing the life of a moth leads to magical help from an unexpected protector.
Retellings of Pinocchio, Rumpelstiltskin, Beauty and the Beast, and The Frog Prince show the magic of these stories in a whole new light. Infused with modern sensibilities but honoring the tradition of fairy tales, these dozen stories will enchant and inspire you.
