"Simply gorgeous in every way." -Shannon Hale, New York Times bestselling author

An inspiring modern fairy tale about a brave girl who shrinks and grows depending on how she feels, showing how all of us-no matter our size-are so much bigger than our fears. From Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning author Laurel Snyder and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

Violet knows what it's like to be afraid: when you're afraid, you feel helpless and small. But when Violet is afraid, she doesn't just feel small-she actually shrinks! It's tough to stop feeling frightened when you're only a few centimeters tall. But when Violet's best friend is in danger, she'll have to learn to deal with her fear in a new way-and save the day in the process.

Shrinking Violet is a beautifully illustrated story about fear and bravery for anyone who has ever felt scared and small. Readers will root for Violet as she finds her voice, stands up for her friend, and, most importantly, discovers the tremendous power of her own inner strength.

About the Author

Laurel Snyder is the author of many children's books, including Endlessly Ever After, Orphan Island, and Charlie & Mouse, which won the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. She lives with her family in Atlanta, GA.

LeUyen Pham has illustrated more than one hundred books for children, including bestsellers and Caldecott Honors winners. She is the co-creator of the Princess in Black series, Real Friends, and Itty Bitty Kittycorn, among many other beloved titles. A graduate of the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, LeUyen lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two sons.

Reviews
"Simply gorgeous in every way. A heartfelt story about staying kind with your anxiety and finding your inner bigness. Snyder's words and Pham's illustrations pair perfectly in a delicious dance across the pages."

-Shannon Hale, New York Times bestselling author

-"Empowering and reflective...Gorgeous and grounding-a gentle guide to outgrowing your fears." - Kirkus, Starred Review
"Polished... Violet hasn't banished fear permanently, but she now knows it's all right for it to ebb and flow, vividly assuring readers that being brave doesn't mean eliminating fear." - Publishers Weekly
"This sensitive story explores friendship and fear while demonstrating strategies to regulate strong emotions." - The Horn Book
"A dynamic and unique approach to discussing anxiety, inner strength, and resilience with young readers." - School Library Journal

A Junior Library Guild Selection
"This book made me gasp. Snyder's and Pham's hearts are in these pages, and so is mine, and so is yours."

-Adam Rex, New York Times bestselling creator of School's First Day of School and The Story of Gumluck the Wizard

"Shrinking Violet explores how fear can make us small-thimble-sized, compared to the tall, dark shadows around us-and the ways that love and imagination can help us grow. Laurel Snyder's poetic storytelling and LeUyen Pham's lush illustrations are equally gorgeous, and together they've created a comforting, relatable picture book that empowers children to self-soothe, find strength in community, and become their 'brave and careful,' just-right selves."

-Maggie Smith, New York Times bestselling author of My Thoughts Have Wings

"An enchanting, emotionally rich feast, perfect for lovers of fairy tales, miniature worlds and animal friends."

-Phoebe Wahl, creator of Little Witch Hazel

Book Information
ISBN 9781797200729
Author Laurel Snyder
Format Hardback
Page Count 56
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publisher Chronicle Books