Book details
Whatever After Books 1-3
Description
Sarah Mlynowski is the New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After series, the Magic in Manhattan series, Gimme a Call, and a bunch of other books for tweens and teens, including the Upside-Down Magic series, which she co-wrote with Lauren Myracle and Emily Jenkins. Originally from Montreal, she now lives in Manhattan with her prince charming and their daughters who love fairy tales. Visit her online at www.sarahm.com and connect with her on social media at @sarahmlynowski. A magical collection of the New York Times bestselling series!
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
528 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Retellings of Classic Fairy Tales: The 'Whatever After' series offers a fresh and modern twist on beloved fairy tales. Readers will enjoy seeing how Sarah Mlynowski reimagines the stories of Cinderella, Snow White, and The Little Mermaid in the first three books, making them relatable to a contemporary audience.
- Empowering Female Characters: The series features strong and resourceful female protagonists who take charge of their own destinies. This can inspire young readers, especially girls, to be confident, think independently, and assert themselves in challenging situations.
- Promotes Problem-Solving Skills: As the characters encounter various obstacles and dilemmas within the magical worlds, they must come up with creative solutions to fix the fairy tales gone awry. This encourages readers to think critically and develop their own problem-solving abilities.
- Fun and Humorous Adventure: 'Whatever After' books are known for their humor and whimsical adventures, which keep readers entertained and engaged. The series is a great choice for children looking for a fun read that also packs a good mix of action and laughter.