The Very Fairy Princess Takes the Stage
Julie Andrews is one of the most recognized figures in the world of entertainment, best known for her performances inThe Sound of Music,Mary Poppins, and more recently,The Princess Diaries.  Julie is the author of many beloved children's books, includingMandy,The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles,The Very Fairy Princesswhich hit #1 on the NYT best-seller list, andJulie Andrews' Collection of Poems, Songs and Lullabieswhich debuted on the list at #3.Emma Walton Hamilton is a bestselling children's book author, editor, arts educator, and theater professional. Together with her mother, Julie Andrews, she has coauthored sixteen books for young readers including the Dumpy the Dump Truckseries,Simeon's Gift,andThe Great American Mousical. Her most recent book, for parents, educators, and caregivers, isRaising Bookworms: Getting Kids Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment.The authors invite you to visit them online at www.julieandrewscollection.com.Christine Davenier has illustrated many picture books includingThe First Thing My Mama Told Meby Susan Marie Swanson, for which she received aNew York Times Book ReviewBest Illustrated Children's Book of the Year Award. She lives in Paris, France.