The Princes and the Treasure

Two princes embark on a quest to rescue Princess Elena, who has been whisked away after making a wish to avoid an arranged marriage. Prince Earnest, a shy bookworm, and Prince Gallant, a strong warrior, must work together to collect five treasures and save the princess from her tower. The story features traditional fairy tale elements like magic, an enchantress, a castle, and a royal quest. The princes face challenges and puzzles as they search for what they believe is the greatest treasure in the land. The Princes and the Treasure presents a fresh perspective on classic fairy tale romance while exploring themes of true love, self-discovery, and the value of looking beyond surface appearances. This children's picture book combines traditional storytelling with an inclusive message about love and acceptance.

Readers describe this children's book as an LGBTQ-inclusive fairy tale that puts a fresh spin on traditional prince/princess stories. The book maintains a 4.3/5 rating on Goodreads and 4.4/5 on Amazon across 100+ total reviews. Readers appreciated: - Clear, engaging illustrations - Message about finding love regardless of gender - Maintains classic fairy tale structure and tone - Age-appropriate content for young children Common criticisms: - Plot feels rushed in places - Limited character development - Some found the writing basic/simplistic Parents report their children request repeated readings and connect with the characters. Multiple reviewers noted it filled a gap in LGBTQ-inclusive picture books for young ages. One teacher wrote: "My students loved that it challenged their expectations of fairy tales while keeping the magic they enjoy." A common parent review theme: "Finally a book that shows my kids that princes don't have to marry princesses to find their happily ever after."

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🌟 First published in 2014, it was one of the earliest LGBTQ+ children's fairy tales to feature a same-gender royal wedding 🌟 Author Jeffrey A. Miles is a professor of management at the University of the Pacific, where he teaches courses in business and organizational behavior 🌟 The book's artwork is inspired by classic Disney illustrations, particularly those from the 1950s era of animated films 🌟 The story was partly inspired by the author's own experience of growing up without seeing any fairy tales that reflected same-sex relationships 🌟 Prior to becoming a children's book author, Miles published extensively in academic journals about workplace psychology and organizational leadership