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    A Princess Is a Princess

    Author Anika Noni Rose
    Cover Design or Artwork by Jessica Gibson
    Hardcover
    $18.99 US
    Disney Publishing Group | Disney Hyperion
    8-1/2"W x 10-7/8"H | 20 oz | 12 per carton
    On sale Sep 22, 2026 | 40 Pages | 9781368100816
    Age 3-5 years | Up to Kindergarten
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    Created by Anika Noni Rose, award-winning singer, actress, and voice of Disney Princess Tiana, this heartwarming picture book celebrates princesses of all identities, abilities, and dreams—because what makes a princess is staying true to being royally you.

    A princess is a princess no matter the time of day. 
    A princess is a princess no matter what they say.

    Her worth isn’t measured by the size of her crown.
    Even if she's acting silly or her smile is upside down.


    Whether feeling grumpy or joyful, playful or peaceful—this story, with its empowering text and stunning illustrations—is here to assure readers and princesses of all ages, sizes, colors, and abilities that they deserve to feel seen, celebrated, and royally loved.
    Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose (she/her) is the voice of Disney’s Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog. An avid reader since childhood, she is a big proponent of children’s literacy and started a series on her IGTV (@AnikaAroundTheWorld) during the Covid lockdown called Bedtime Stories for the Littles. Anika has contributed to American Theatre magazine and to the anthology Meeting at the Table: African-American Women Write on Race, Culture and Community.

    She has performed all over the world, including singing at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Vatican. In 2011, Anika was the youngest person to be named a Disney Legend and is beyond thrilled to be contributing to Princess Tiana’s legacy in this way.

    Jessica Gibson (she/her) is an illustrator who graduated from Wayne County Community College and has loved drawing since she was a little girl. She has produced illustrations for a number of publishers and brands, including picture books, editorial spot pieces, packaging design, and surface patterns. Her books include Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena and Can I Keep It, Please? by John Sullivan.With a pen and tablet by her side, she loves creating adorable, whimsical, and sometimes quirky illustrations, ready to brighten up everyone’s heart. You can visit her at www.jessicamgibson.com.
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    Created by Anika Noni Rose, award-winning singer, actress, and voice of Disney Princess Tiana, this heartwarming picture book celebrates princesses of all identities, abilities, and dreams—because what makes a princess is staying true to being royally you.

    A princess is a princess no matter the time of day. 
    A princess is a princess no matter what they say.

    Her worth isn’t measured by the size of her crown.
    Even if she's acting silly or her smile is upside down.


    Whether feeling grumpy or joyful, playful or peaceful—this story, with its empowering text and stunning illustrations—is here to assure readers and princesses of all ages, sizes, colors, and abilities that they deserve to feel seen, celebrated, and royally loved.

    Author

    Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose (she/her) is the voice of Disney’s Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog. An avid reader since childhood, she is a big proponent of children’s literacy and started a series on her IGTV (@AnikaAroundTheWorld) during the Covid lockdown called Bedtime Stories for the Littles. Anika has contributed to American Theatre magazine and to the anthology Meeting at the Table: African-American Women Write on Race, Culture and Community.

    She has performed all over the world, including singing at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Vatican. In 2011, Anika was the youngest person to be named a Disney Legend and is beyond thrilled to be contributing to Princess Tiana’s legacy in this way.

    Jessica Gibson (she/her) is an illustrator who graduated from Wayne County Community College and has loved drawing since she was a little girl. She has produced illustrations for a number of publishers and brands, including picture books, editorial spot pieces, packaging design, and surface patterns. Her books include Acorn Was a Little Wild by Jen Arena and Can I Keep It, Please? by John Sullivan.With a pen and tablet by her side, she loves creating adorable, whimsical, and sometimes quirky illustrations, ready to brighten up everyone’s heart. You can visit her at www.jessicamgibson.com.
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