Princess Pete

An LGBTQIA+ positive picture book of self-expression and gender freedom, perfect for Pride, ages 3-6

Zoey Allen author Frenci Sanna illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Walker Books Ltd

Published:7th May '26

Should be back in stock very soon

Princess Pete cover

A gloriously positive, important and feel-good picture book celebration about the non-binary gender experiences of childhood.

"Princess Pete made my heart sing! A sweet, kind, funny story about being yourself." Lisa Williamson, author of The Art of Being Normal

“A sparkling, heartfelt story full of hope and joy.” Ian Eagleton, author of Glitter Boy

Pete is just like you. They like a LOT of different things – wearing red trousers and flowery dresses, playing with make-up and running outside in the mud. They like playing, reading, and imagining fantastical worlds filled with flying pegacorns and singing hedgehogs. Sometimes Pete wants to be a prince, and sometimes a princess. But whoever Pete wants to be, their family and friends love and accept them, just as they are.

Filled with messages of love and inclusivity, every child will feel reassured and confident to express their unique identity in this empowering and authentic picture book by two LGBTQIA+ creators, illustrated with heart and imagination by a Waterstones Children's Book Prize-shortlisted artist.

- Perfect for children aged 3+
- For fans of Julian is a Mermaid, My Shadow is Pink and Grandad's Camper.
- A gently powerful introduction to identity and self-expression.
- Encourages diversity, equality and unconditional love.
- A must-read forPride and beyond.

For a positive and uplifting picture book about the LGBTQ+ experience, look no further than Princess Pete... It’s a simple yet beautiful tale about self-acceptance, accompanied by joyful illustrations. -- Prudence Wade * Press Association *
"Princess Pete made my heart sing! A sweet, kind, funny story about being yourself." * Lisa Williamson, author of The Art of Being Normal *
Such language might very well be used by non-binary or gender-fluid children who have yet to acquire those words; it’s a good way help them explain how they feel, age- appropriately, especially if, as is shown in one of Frenci’s scenes, people are finger pointing at the protagonist. An affirming story for all. -- Jill R Bennett * Red Reading Hub *

ISBN: 9781529517576

Dimensions: 266mm x 226mm x 10mm

Weight: 180g

32 pages