Gladys the Magic Chicken

A picture book about a chicken named Gladys who finds herself on an epic journey during Ancient Times. As she encounters various characters, each has a wish granted - the Shepherd Boy wishes to be beautiful, the Brave Swordsman wishes to join the Royal Guard, the Purple Pooh-bah wishes for his daughter's happiness, and the Learned Princess wishes to escape the palace. Each wish comes true, leading readers to question whether Gladys is truly magic or if each character is creating their own fortune. This adventure raises questions about fate and self-determination.