Best Children's Royalty Books of 2026

The Princess in Black and the Prince in Pink is an entertaining addition to the New York Times best-selling series. In this story, Princess Magnolia is preparing for the flower festival when an emu starts destroying her prized decorations. Luckily, Prince Valerian, aka the Prince in Pink, comes to the rescue with his special skills. The book centers around a lovable, empowered female character who can save herself while still being frilly. The story shows children that they can be anything they dream of. This is a wonderful addition to children's friendship books.

The Princess in Black: Three Smashing Adventures: Books 1-3 is a delightful collection of early chapter books that introduces young readers to Princess Magnolia and her monster-fighting alter-ego, the Princess in Black. Written by Shannon and Dean Hale and illustrated by LeUyen Pham, these action-packed stories are sure to be a hit with fans of princesses and superheroes alike. This boxed set includes The Princess in Black, The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party, and The Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde, featuring inconvenient monster alarms, royal birthday parties, and a case of monstrous cuteness. Overall, this collection makes a perfect gift for children who love adventure and humor.

The Disney Princess: 5-Minute Princess Stories is a treasury of twelve short stories featuring all 12 Disney princesses. The illustrations are beautiful and the padded cover makes it durable for little hands. Each story is just the right length for a quick bedtime read or for a busy day. The book features Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana, Rapunzel, Merida, and Moana. It is a perfect book for kids who love Disney princesses and want to read about their latest adventures. Overall, this book is an excellent addition to any child's bookshelf.

The Paper Bag Princess is a classic children's book that tells the story of Princess Elizabeth, who, after a fierce dragon burns down her castle and captures her fiancé, Prince Ronald, takes matters into her own hands. With only a paper bag to wear, she challenges the dragon to save the prince. This newly designed Classic Munsch edition will introduce the tale to a new generation of young feminists. The book has been praised for its message of girl power, inspiring girls to be fearless and stand up for themselves. Overall, The Paper Bag Princess is a must-read for children and adults alike.

I Am a Super Girl! is an empowering early reader book from Scholastic's Acorn line. Princess Truly, with her rocket boots and magical hair, becomes a super girl and uses her smarts and strength to save the day. This book is perfect for new readers with easy-to-read text, full-color artwork, and plenty of humor. Divided into three short stories, Princess Truly demonstrates that magical adventures are easy to create with kindness, empathy, and creative problem-solving. Overall, I Am a Super Girl! is a great addition to any child's library, especially for those who love stories with strong female characters.

The Princess in Black: Three Monster-Battling Adventures: Books 4-6 is a delightful boxed set of early chapter books that will keep young readers engaged and entertained. This set includes The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation, The Princess in Black and the Mysterious Playdate, and The Princess in Black and the Science Fair Scare. Princess Magnolia and her monster-fighting alter ego, the Princess in Black, continue to save the day in funny and exciting adventures filled with princess power. Candlewick's children's girls and women books have yet again produced a hit series that fans of the princess-hero genre should not miss.

Disney Frozen 2 - I'm Ready to Read with Olaf and Friends - PI Kids (Play-A-Sound) is a perfect book for beginning readers who love the Frozen 2 movie. With simple sentences, large type, and expressive narration, children can easily read and comprehend the story of friendship. The book also features 10 buttons that can be pressed to hear the pages read out loud, making it an interactive and engaging experience for kids. The inclusion of popular characters such as Olaf, Anna, Elsa, and more adds to the appeal of the book. Overall, this is an excellent interactive adventure book for children that is both educational and entertaining.

The 5-Minute Frozen (5-Minute Stories) book is a collection of 12 exciting and heartwarming stories featuring Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, Olaf, and other new friends from Arendelle. Each story can be read in just five minutes, making it an ideal choice for bedtime or story time. The book is durable and padded, making it perfect for little hands to hold and read. As a Children's Siblings Book, it is an excellent addition to any young reader's library. Overall, the book is an entertaining and engaging read for children and adults alike, and its unique feature of quick and short stories makes it stand out from other children's books.

The Happy Birthday, Princess! (Disney Princess) (Step into Reading) is a delightful read for children aged 4 to 6. This Step 1 Reader features the Disney Princesses celebrating their birthdays with charming illustrations and easy-to-read text. The book is perfect for children who are starting to read and want to learn new words. The author, Jennifer Liberts, has done a fantastic job of creating a fun and engaging story for young readers. The book's illustrator, Elisa Marrucchi, has beautifully captured the essence of the Disney Princesses. Overall, this book is a great addition to any child's library.