The Classics
The Big Book of Grimm, adapted by Jonathan Vankin, 1999.
50 of the Grimm brothers tales retold in their gruesome glory, illustrated by a variety of well-known comic book artists. Well known fairy tales are combined with those lesser known to keep things interesting. See what Disney left out and prepare to be surprised!
50 of the Grimm brothers tales retold in their gruesome glory, illustrated by a variety of well-known comic book artists. Well known fairy tales are combined with those lesser known to keep things interesting. See what Disney left out and prepare to be surprised!
Cinderella: The Graphic Novel, adapted by Beth Bracken, illustrated by Jeffrey Stewart Timmins, 2008.
This is not your typical Disney Cinderella! True to the Brothers Grimm version, the illustrations set the sad tone as Cinderella, tortured by her wicked stepmother, is told she cannot go to the ball. Watch the story unfold as Cinderella meets her fairy godmother who grants her wish, and as she rushes to get home before the stroke of midnight.
This is not your typical Disney Cinderella! True to the Brothers Grimm version, the illustrations set the sad tone as Cinderella, tortured by her wicked stepmother, is told she cannot go to the ball. Watch the story unfold as Cinderella meets her fairy godmother who grants her wish, and as she rushes to get home before the stroke of midnight.
Hansel and Gretel: The Graphic Novel, adapted by Donald Lemke, illustrated by Sean Dietrich, 2008.
Creepy illustrations help tell this classic version of Hansel and Gretel, a brother and sister who are abandoned in the woods by their parents. While trying to find their way home, they instead find a house made of candy that belongs to an evil witch. How will Hansel and Gretel escape from the witch? Find out in this retelling of the Grimm classic.
Creepy illustrations help tell this classic version of Hansel and Gretel, a brother and sister who are abandoned in the woods by their parents. While trying to find their way home, they instead find a house made of candy that belongs to an evil witch. How will Hansel and Gretel escape from the witch? Find out in this retelling of the Grimm classic.
Jack and the Beanstalk : The Graphic Novel, adapted by Blake A. Hoena, illustrated by Ricardo Terico, 2008.
Jack's really done it now - he's gone and sold the family cow for a handful of beans - and his mother is NOT happy. But when the beans turn out to be magic beans and a magic beanstalk sprouts from the ground leading to a treasure-filled castle, Jack's dreams are fulfilled...except for the man-eating giant who lives there!
Jack's really done it now - he's gone and sold the family cow for a handful of beans - and his mother is NOT happy. But when the beans turn out to be magic beans and a magic beanstalk sprouts from the ground leading to a treasure-filled castle, Jack's dreams are fulfilled...except for the man-eating giant who lives there!
Rumpelstiltskin: The Graphic Novel, adapted by Martin Powell, illustrated by Erik Valdez Y Alanis, 2008.
A young woman has no choice but to come to her father's rescue and repay his debts by promising the king to turn straw into gold. The problem is, she cannot spin straw into gold. Along comes an ugly little man who promises to do it for her in exchange for the unthinkable...unless she can guess his name.
A young woman has no choice but to come to her father's rescue and repay his debts by promising the king to turn straw into gold. The problem is, she cannot spin straw into gold. Along comes an ugly little man who promises to do it for her in exchange for the unthinkable...unless she can guess his name.
Snow White: The Graphic Novel, adapted by Martin Powell, illustrated by Erik Valdez Y Alanis, 2009.
When the fairest woman in the land is told by her magic mirror that she is no longer the supreme beauty, she seeks on her revenge on Snow White, the young maiden who is now recognized as the fairest. Will Snow White survive the evil queen's plot to harm her? Find out in this retelling of the classic.
When the fairest woman in the land is told by her magic mirror that she is no longer the supreme beauty, she seeks on her revenge on Snow White, the young maiden who is now recognized as the fairest. Will Snow White survive the evil queen's plot to harm her? Find out in this retelling of the classic.
New Twists on Old Tales
Castle Waiting by Linda Medley, 2006.
A tale for the modern day, this is a comic twist on the traditional fairy tale, especially Sleeping Beauty, when the princess abandons the castle, running off with her Prince Charming. The castle becomes a haven for misfit fairy tale characters in this story of being your own hero instead of waiting to be rescued by someone else.
A tale for the modern day, this is a comic twist on the traditional fairy tale, especially Sleeping Beauty, when the princess abandons the castle, running off with her Prince Charming. The castle becomes a haven for misfit fairy tale characters in this story of being your own hero instead of waiting to be rescued by someone else.
Fables Vol. 1: Legends in Exile, by Bill Willingham, illustrated by James Jean and Alex Maleev, 2001.
A savage creature has conquered the land of fairy tales, forcing all of its inhabitants to move to New York City to live among the ordinary citizens. These familiar characters form a secret society called Fabletown, and must learn to survive in a world that is entirely new to them. Be sure to check out all the other volumes of Fables, too!
A savage creature has conquered the land of fairy tales, forcing all of its inhabitants to move to New York City to live among the ordinary citizens. These familiar characters form a secret society called Fabletown, and must learn to survive in a world that is entirely new to them. Be sure to check out all the other volumes of Fables, too!
Max Hamm Fairy Tale Detective, by Frank Cammuso, 2005.
Max Hamm is the private pig detective hired to investigate crimes in Storybookland, and comes across the likes of Humpty Dumpty, Bo Peep, Snow White, and Cinderella. The stories are full of romance, tragedy, and comedy. The illustrations alone will provide plenty of entertainment in addition to the story itself.
Max Hamm is the private pig detective hired to investigate crimes in Storybookland, and comes across the likes of Humpty Dumpty, Bo Peep, Snow White, and Cinderella. The stories are full of romance, tragedy, and comedy. The illustrations alone will provide plenty of entertainment in addition to the story itself.
Rapunzel's Revenge by Shannon Hale and Dean Hale, illustrated by Nathan Hale, 2008.
A fun twist on the traditional Rapunzel tale, this time Rapunzel says "No thanks! " to the prince and teams up with Jack (of beanstalk fame) and the two go on a quest in the Northwest, righting wrongs, helping the underdogs, and fighting for justice, not letting anything stand in their way thanks to Rapunzel's wild, whipping hair and spunky attitude. Be sure to also read the sequel, Calamity Jack!
A fun twist on the traditional Rapunzel tale, this time Rapunzel says "No thanks! " to the prince and teams up with Jack (of beanstalk fame) and the two go on a quest in the Northwest, righting wrongs, helping the underdogs, and fighting for justice, not letting anything stand in their way thanks to Rapunzel's wild, whipping hair and spunky attitude. Be sure to also read the sequel, Calamity Jack!
Sparks: An Urban Fairytale, by Lawrence Marvit, 2002.
Jo leads a pretty sad life; the only thing going for her is her expert ability to fix cars at the mechanic shop where she works. Driven by sadness, she builds a humanoid out of spare parts one night in the hopes of creating the perfect guy. When it magically comes to life, Jo must teach it about the world, and ends up making discoveries about her own life in the process.
Jo leads a pretty sad life; the only thing going for her is her expert ability to fix cars at the mechanic shop where she works. Driven by sadness, she builds a humanoid out of spare parts one night in the hopes of creating the perfect guy. When it magically comes to life, Jo must teach it about the world, and ends up making discoveries about her own life in the process.