Young Poppy Grace has been dreadfully bored since her best friend Bella went away. They used to do everything together! But Poppy's boredom turns to wonder when something strange happens in her manor ... What will she discover?  

From the creator of the best-selling Claris series comes this gorgeous new picture-book collection about young girls discovering their own power. Sparkling with humour, charm and a mischievous twist, this delightful picture book will delight readers of Claris and fairy-tale fans alike!

With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are beloved all over the world. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection. 

Book 2: The Velvet Messenger

Young Violet May lives deep in the winter forest with her mother, the most renowned locksmith in the village. Violet's mother has taught her many things, but the two most important were how to pick a lock in an emergency, and to always trust your instincts – and she'll need both if she wants to solve the mystery of the key left in the snow one cold morning ...

This dazzling fairy tale about trusting your gut is the second picture book in the Young Queens Collection, a series of original fairytales about young girls coming into their own power. Perfect for children aged 3+ and fashion-obsessed readers of all ages.

With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are beloved all over the world. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection. 

Perfect for: 

• Fans of the bestselling Claris series by Megan Hess.
• Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories.
• Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style! 
• Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia. 
• Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture book.

Discover more fairytales from the dazzling Young Queens Collection now:  

• The Curious Crown