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The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel
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Expected 30 Jun 26#1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot's hilarious classic The Princess Diaries is back and better than ever in an all-new, full-color graphic novel adaptation!
Mia Thermopolis is pretty sure there's nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine frizzy-haired freshman, who also happens to be flunking algebra.
Is she ever in for a surprise.
First, her mom announces that she's dating Mia's algebra teacher. But her dad's announcement is even he is the crown prince of Genovia, and guess what that makes Mia?
A frizzy-haired freshman who is flunking algebra, and also happens to be a PRINCESS.
Mia might not be ready for the throne, but one thing totally #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot has adapted her classic The Princess Diaries into a royally hilarious graphic novel with art by Bethany Crandall!
Mia Thermopolis is pretty sure there's nothing worse than being a five-foot-nine frizzy-haired freshman, who also happens to be flunking algebra.
Is she ever in for a surprise.
First, her mom announces that she's dating Mia's algebra teacher. But her dad's announcement is even he is the crown prince of Genovia, and guess what that makes Mia?
A frizzy-haired freshman who is flunking algebra, and also happens to be a PRINCESS.
Mia might not be ready for the throne, but one thing totally #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot has adapted her classic The Princess Diaries into a royally hilarious graphic novel with art by Bethany Crandall!
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Expected publication June 30, 2026
About the author
Meg Cabot
198 books35.5k followersLibrarian note: AKA Jenny Carroll (1-800-Where-R-You series), AKA Patricia Cabot (historical romance novels).
Meg Cabot was born on February 1, 1967, during the Chinese astrological year of the Fire Horse, a notoriously unlucky sign. Fortunately she grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, where few people were aware of the stigma of being a fire horse -- at least until Meg became a teenager, when she flunked freshman Algebra twice, then decided to cut her own bangs. After six years as an undergrad at Indiana University, Meg moved to New York City (in the middle of a sanitation worker strike) to pursue a career as an illustrator, at which she failed miserably, forcing her to turn to her favorite hobby--writing novels--for emotional succor. She worked various jobs to pay the rent, including a decade-long stint as the assistant manager of a 700 bed freshmen dormitory at NYU, a position she still occasionally misses.
She is now the author of nearly fifty books for both adults and teens, selling fifteen million copies worldwide, many of which have been #1 New York Times bestsellers, most notably The Princess Diaries series, which is currently being published in over 38 countries, and was made into two hit movies by Disney. In addition, Meg wrote the Mediator and 1-800-Where-R-You? series (on which the television series, Missing, was based), two All-American Girl books, Teen Idol, Avalon High, How to Be Popular, Pants on Fire, Jinx, a series of novels written entirely in email format (Boy Next Door, Boy Meets Girl, and Every Boy's Got One), a mystery series (Size 12 Is Not Fat/ Size 14 Is Not Fat Either/Big Boned), and a chick-lit series called Queen of Babble.
Meg is now writing a new children's series called Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls. Her new paranormal series, Abandon, debuts in Summer of 2011.
Meg currently divides her time between Key West, Indiana, and New York City with a primary cat (one-eyed Henrietta), various back-up cats, and her husband, who doesn't know he married a fire horse. Please don't tell him.
Series:
* Airhead
* The Princess Diaries
* Mediator
Meg Cabot was born on February 1, 1967, during the Chinese astrological year of the Fire Horse, a notoriously unlucky sign. Fortunately she grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, where few people were aware of the stigma of being a fire horse -- at least until Meg became a teenager, when she flunked freshman Algebra twice, then decided to cut her own bangs. After six years as an undergrad at Indiana University, Meg moved to New York City (in the middle of a sanitation worker strike) to pursue a career as an illustrator, at which she failed miserably, forcing her to turn to her favorite hobby--writing novels--for emotional succor. She worked various jobs to pay the rent, including a decade-long stint as the assistant manager of a 700 bed freshmen dormitory at NYU, a position she still occasionally misses.
She is now the author of nearly fifty books for both adults and teens, selling fifteen million copies worldwide, many of which have been #1 New York Times bestsellers, most notably The Princess Diaries series, which is currently being published in over 38 countries, and was made into two hit movies by Disney. In addition, Meg wrote the Mediator and 1-800-Where-R-You? series (on which the television series, Missing, was based), two All-American Girl books, Teen Idol, Avalon High, How to Be Popular, Pants on Fire, Jinx, a series of novels written entirely in email format (Boy Next Door, Boy Meets Girl, and Every Boy's Got One), a mystery series (Size 12 Is Not Fat/ Size 14 Is Not Fat Either/Big Boned), and a chick-lit series called Queen of Babble.
Meg is now writing a new children's series called Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls. Her new paranormal series, Abandon, debuts in Summer of 2011.
Meg currently divides her time between Key West, Indiana, and New York City with a primary cat (one-eyed Henrietta), various back-up cats, and her husband, who doesn't know he married a fire horse. Please don't tell him.
Series:
* Airhead
* The Princess Diaries
* Mediator
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May 8, 2026
well now I want to rewatch the movie
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an early review copy of this work :)
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an early review copy of this work :)
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I’ve never read the original The Princess Diaries books, but am very familiar with the 2001 film adaptation directed by Garry Marshall, and aware of some of the changes (mainly the setting switch from NYC to San Francisco). So seeing a graphic novel accurate to the original novels was a treat and I ate up this graphic novel experience with great characters and plot, and lots of deep lessons.
To start with, I love that instead of setting the book in the 2020’s, they kept it to the original Y2K time period of the series, starting with 1997. Every choice adds to that feel of that era, from the art style, references to then-current events (like Princess Diana’s death) and early internet chatroom etiquette. If you were around for those times, you pick up on these things fast.
Mia Thermopolis is a high school freshman and wears her activism on her sleeve. Her mom gives her a diary to write her thoughts in. Which makes her perfect for the bombshell that she’s a princess of a small country, which on the surface, clashes with her ideas. Mia was a great character choice to wind up as a princess, as she’s forced to learn that being a princess is much more than it seems, and it’s about standing up for one self and being able to change the world in her own way. She’s easy to root for as she realizes several things about her life and about friendships and early stages of romance.
The rest of the cast was really great, each with their own quirks and personalities, and I enjoyed Grandmere, and I liked Tina (who wasn’t in the movie). It made the world of NYC in the late 90’s whole.
The plot itself is rather simple: girl becomes princess, gets princess lessons and navigates life as a princess, along with high school.The pacing’s great and doesn’t just sit on one thing for too long. The themes were well done, with the whole coming of age self discovery, toxic friendships, and standing up for one’s self, all important for teens and adults.
I love the art style, it’s very expressive and has a manga-esque feel to it, especially feeling like it could have come out in that Y2K period. I especially liked the full page of Mia’s makeover, where it was much more fitting than in the movie (no curly hair to tame). It’s colorful and just perfect for my eyes.
If you haven’t experienced the series, and even if you have, please pick this up! This was a grand experience, and I can’t wait to read more!
*I received an ARC from Netgalley and HarperAlley. All opinions are my own.*
To start with, I love that instead of setting the book in the 2020’s, they kept it to the original Y2K time period of the series, starting with 1997. Every choice adds to that feel of that era, from the art style, references to then-current events (like Princess Diana’s death) and early internet chatroom etiquette. If you were around for those times, you pick up on these things fast.
Mia Thermopolis is a high school freshman and wears her activism on her sleeve. Her mom gives her a diary to write her thoughts in. Which makes her perfect for the bombshell that she’s a princess of a small country, which on the surface, clashes with her ideas. Mia was a great character choice to wind up as a princess, as she’s forced to learn that being a princess is much more than it seems, and it’s about standing up for one self and being able to change the world in her own way. She’s easy to root for as she realizes several things about her life and about friendships and early stages of romance.
The rest of the cast was really great, each with their own quirks and personalities, and I enjoyed Grandmere, and I liked Tina (who wasn’t in the movie). It made the world of NYC in the late 90’s whole.
The plot itself is rather simple: girl becomes princess, gets princess lessons and navigates life as a princess, along with high school.The pacing’s great and doesn’t just sit on one thing for too long. The themes were well done, with the whole coming of age self discovery, toxic friendships, and standing up for one’s self, all important for teens and adults.
I love the art style, it’s very expressive and has a manga-esque feel to it, especially feeling like it could have come out in that Y2K period. I especially liked the full page of Mia’s makeover, where it was much more fitting than in the movie (no curly hair to tame). It’s colorful and just perfect for my eyes.
If you haven’t experienced the series, and even if you have, please pick this up! This was a grand experience, and I can’t wait to read more!
*I received an ARC from Netgalley and HarperAlley. All opinions are my own.*
May 2, 2026
I didn’t think I could love the Princess Diaries more but the graphic novel version is just simply iconic. It’s the Princess Diaries story that I love filled with gorgeous artwork that just enhances it in every way. 5⭐️
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel.
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel.
May 2, 2026
Aaah! I was excited to see triangle hair, but I don’t think it was that obvious? Other than that, I’m so excited to re-discover Princess Diaries in a graphic novel format. I hope more of these come out and I get to go on this familiar adventure again. Mia’s strong self-critical voice is a bit gone in this graphic novel adaptation but her absolute cluelessness is not. Also so much Fat Louis! I love it! It’s also a bit insane how easy it was for me to revert into teen hood/tweenhood when reading this and how relatable Mia and the gang continue to be.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Edelweiss+
What a vapid, lazy, cheap cash grab of an adaptation. This is so poorly done. The illustrations are flat and unimpressive -- most panel backgrounds are just gradients of solid colors -- and the character designs are non-distinct and boring. But, more egregiously, this is a terrible adaptation and marketed now for MIDDLE GRADE, despite the maturity of the content. The original Princess Diaries are a YA series, and this book is marketed as a middle grade adaptation, but they did not change any of the YA content. Leading to 1) a very strange dissonance between the words of the book and the bland, cutesy illustrations, and 2) conversations about losing one's virginity, having a flat chest, and not being able to fill out a bra. Definitely something kids aged 12+ are talking about, but considering middle grade starts at around age 8, I wouldn't say that's content that kids want to encounter.
Additionally, the vocab is toooo advanced for an 8-12 audience. Lilly goes on rants about authoritarianism and the bourgeoise etc which like good for but the middle grade audience is gonna have no clue what that is.
And listen, I don't have much problem with this middle-grade adaptation trend in general. As long as kids are reading, that's good. But this was just such a cheap, lazy, empty shill of an adaptation, and SO clearly for nothing but a few bucks. Why wasn't it a YA book? Because middle grade graphic novels sell better. So they shoved a book's worth of YA content into a cutesy middle grade shell to try and make some cheap cash off of it. And I'm mad because Princess Diaries deserves better, and middle grade readers deserve better.
I hated this book. Totally charmless. Totally lacking of everything that made the original series special. Two stars instead of one because Meg Cabot's writing is still wonderful even in this bad format and I liked Fat Louie.
Additionally, the vocab is toooo advanced for an 8-12 audience. Lilly goes on rants about authoritarianism and the bourgeoise etc which like good for but the middle grade audience is gonna have no clue what that is.
And listen, I don't have much problem with this middle-grade adaptation trend in general. As long as kids are reading, that's good. But this was just such a cheap, lazy, empty shill of an adaptation, and SO clearly for nothing but a few bucks. Why wasn't it a YA book? Because middle grade graphic novels sell better. So they shoved a book's worth of YA content into a cutesy middle grade shell to try and make some cheap cash off of it. And I'm mad because Princess Diaries deserves better, and middle grade readers deserve better.
I hated this book. Totally charmless. Totally lacking of everything that made the original series special. Two stars instead of one because Meg Cabot's writing is still wonderful even in this bad format and I liked Fat Louie.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot—Spoiler Free
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I was given an eARC to review from Netgalley, but all thoughts are my own.
Going into this I wasn’t sure to expect the movie story or the book story. It’s been a long time since I read the book, but I think the story is closer to the book. I think if a kid had just watched the movie and went into this expecting that, they might be disappointed. There were some funny moments and it was easy to read and follow along. The illustrations were good, but the grandma was a bit ridiculous to me. I was expecting cartoon regal Julie Andrews and got martini holding, constantly smoking Yzma. I enjoyed the early 2000s vibe.
I did notice the age recommendation on Amazon was 8-12, I would probably push that little older. I think the illustrations and overall story would appeal to 8-12, but I have an 8 yo and the discussions of sex and drinking would not be a common occurrence for her to think about right now. It’s not heavily discussed by the characters, but if a kid hasn’t been introduced to those topics yet, I don’t think this would be the intro I’d use.
Content to be aware of: mentions of having sex and losing virginity, attending parities with underage drinking.
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I was given an eARC to review from Netgalley, but all thoughts are my own.
Going into this I wasn’t sure to expect the movie story or the book story. It’s been a long time since I read the book, but I think the story is closer to the book. I think if a kid had just watched the movie and went into this expecting that, they might be disappointed. There were some funny moments and it was easy to read and follow along. The illustrations were good, but the grandma was a bit ridiculous to me. I was expecting cartoon regal Julie Andrews and got martini holding, constantly smoking Yzma. I enjoyed the early 2000s vibe.
I did notice the age recommendation on Amazon was 8-12, I would probably push that little older. I think the illustrations and overall story would appeal to 8-12, but I have an 8 yo and the discussions of sex and drinking would not be a common occurrence for her to think about right now. It’s not heavily discussed by the characters, but if a kid hasn’t been introduced to those topics yet, I don’t think this would be the intro I’d use.
Content to be aware of: mentions of having sex and losing virginity, attending parities with underage drinking.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
While I can see this being an understandable choice for public library collections, I personally do not feel this adaptation is a strong addition to the genre. The art seemed promising and there are some fun facial expressions, but overall I found little to distinguish it from other currently popular series. This is my own gripe, but some of the images were copy and paste edits as well.
From what I have heard of the book, aspects of this version seem more in line with the book than the movie. Though I never read the book, I do remember a lot of the movie and found that the writing could be confusing even as someone who already knows the plot. Characters tend to jump from topic to topic, referencing things as if they had previously been discussed but without much development or time spent to explain. There is also little time given to resolving issues between characters as the story gets pushed along at a choppy pace. The ending felt sudden and didn't allude to much for the next book, leaving things on a positive but sort of empty note.
Many thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for the digital ARC!
From what I have heard of the book, aspects of this version seem more in line with the book than the movie. Though I never read the book, I do remember a lot of the movie and found that the writing could be confusing even as someone who already knows the plot. Characters tend to jump from topic to topic, referencing things as if they had previously been discussed but without much development or time spent to explain. There is also little time given to resolving issues between characters as the story gets pushed along at a choppy pace. The ending felt sudden and didn't allude to much for the next book, leaving things on a positive but sort of empty note.
Many thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for the digital ARC!
May 1, 2026
The Princess Diaries movies were foundational in my youth; so many iconic lines live rent free in my head even more than 20 years later. Until recently, I had no idea they were based on a book series. As an avid lover of Middle Grade/YA, I knew I needed to read them eventually, so the new graphic novel edition was a perfect opportunity.
The movies changed a whole lot (like movies always do), but I think one of the main things we missed in this adaptation is fondness growing between Mia and Clarisse, which is so important to the overarching plot. I did really like the very strong focus on animal rights, climate change, and irrational beauty standards. I think it added an extra layer to Mia’s hesitation that is (presumably) explored deeper in the original novels.
Overall, it’s a fun and familiar story with a bright and dynamic art style perfect for a new generation of younger readers. Older (movie-only) fans won’t find nearly as much nostalgia as they might expect, but it was still fun!
{Thank you HarperCollins Children’s for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review; all thoughts are my own}
The movies changed a whole lot (like movies always do), but I think one of the main things we missed in this adaptation is fondness growing between Mia and Clarisse, which is so important to the overarching plot. I did really like the very strong focus on animal rights, climate change, and irrational beauty standards. I think it added an extra layer to Mia’s hesitation that is (presumably) explored deeper in the original novels.
Overall, it’s a fun and familiar story with a bright and dynamic art style perfect for a new generation of younger readers. Older (movie-only) fans won’t find nearly as much nostalgia as they might expect, but it was still fun!
{Thank you HarperCollins Children’s for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review; all thoughts are my own}
May 2, 2026
There has been a recent trend in publishing I have noticed. A lot of “classics” I read as a teen are being adapted into graphic novels. From the Princess Academy to The Princess Diaries there has been a resurgence of familiar stories in a new form of media. It’s been probably over 15 years since I read the Princess Diaries series. I remember really enjoying it as a preteen/teenager, despite being so drastically different than the movie. This graphic novel adaptation reminded me of how much younger me enjoyed the books. It has reignited my love for the series and I’m eager to pick it back up! I think this is a great way to introduce a new generation to the timeless classic. I hope that new readers will read this graphic novel and want to dive into the already published series. I hope already existing fans will be reminded of their love for the series. The illustrator did a wonderful job with the late 1990s setting. I really appreciated all the little details referencing the time period from the outfits, technology, pop culture references etc. This is a wonderful adaptation!
*Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review!*
*Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review!*
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
"The Princess Diaries" is back in graphic novel form with an interesting art style. It's not a style that I normally would like, but I think it works for the youthful tone that they are going for in this version. The story hits a lot of the same beats with Mia finding out that she is a princess from her father, who is not dead, with only a few small things changed in the story plot that if you haven't read it as many times as I have, you probably wouldn't even notice.
Don't go into this expecting the movie, it isn't. Grandmere, or her grandmother, is not kind, and a lot of the internal monologue is missing so we miss a lot of the nuance of why she feels certain ways about things. There was a lot of dialogue in the diaries, to be clear, and the graphic novel made that abundantly clear, but there was a lot of internalization as well.
It was interesting to see it brought to life again in a new way to celebrate the anniversary, however. I will definitely be picking it up when it comes out.
**Thanks to Netgalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review**
Don't go into this expecting the movie, it isn't. Grandmere, or her grandmother, is not kind, and a lot of the internal monologue is missing so we miss a lot of the nuance of why she feels certain ways about things. There was a lot of dialogue in the diaries, to be clear, and the graphic novel made that abundantly clear, but there was a lot of internalization as well.
It was interesting to see it brought to life again in a new way to celebrate the anniversary, however. I will definitely be picking it up when it comes out.
**Thanks to Netgalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review**
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I had such a fun time with The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by Meg Cabot. As someone who already loves her writing, this graphic novel version just made the whole story feel fresh again in the best way.
Mia is still her same awkward, relatable self—dealing with school, her mom’s chaotic love life, and then casually finding out she’s a literal princess. The format makes everything feel quicker, lighter, and even more entertaining, especially seeing her expressions and reactions come to life on the page.
The illustrations by Bethany Crandall really add to the humor and charm. It keeps the heart of the original story but makes it super accessible and easy to fly through.
Such a fun little read—perfect if you’re already a Meg Cabot fan or just want something light, funny, and a little nostalgic.
Mia is still her same awkward, relatable self—dealing with school, her mom’s chaotic love life, and then casually finding out she’s a literal princess. The format makes everything feel quicker, lighter, and even more entertaining, especially seeing her expressions and reactions come to life on the page.
The illustrations by Bethany Crandall really add to the humor and charm. It keeps the heart of the original story but makes it super accessible and easy to fly through.
Such a fun little read—perfect if you’re already a Meg Cabot fan or just want something light, funny, and a little nostalgic.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
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Thank you @harperalley for an early copy of The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by @officialmegcabot. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. 🤍
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Release date: June 30th, 2026
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This was such a fun and nostalgic read! The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by Meg Cabot perfectly captures the charm of one of my favorite stories growing up. The illustrations are adorable, vibrant, and full of personality. I especially loved how they stayed true to the original book’s character descriptions rather than the movie version.
It felt like revisiting Mia’s world in a fresh, visually engaging way, and I couldn’t help but smile the whole time. This adaptation is perfect for longtime fans of the series and anyone who’s still a kid at heart.
Thank you @harperalley for an early copy of The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by @officialmegcabot. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. 🤍
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Release date: June 30th, 2026
🛑Read on with caution; review may contain spoilers🛑
This was such a fun and nostalgic read! The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel by Meg Cabot perfectly captures the charm of one of my favorite stories growing up. The illustrations are adorable, vibrant, and full of personality. I especially loved how they stayed true to the original book’s character descriptions rather than the movie version.
It felt like revisiting Mia’s world in a fresh, visually engaging way, and I couldn’t help but smile the whole time. This adaptation is perfect for longtime fans of the series and anyone who’s still a kid at heart.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an early review copy of this work!
This was such a fun and quick read! The Princess Diaries has always been a fan of mine - book and movie so when I found out it was coming out in a graphic novel version I couldn't believe my luck!
This story is such a classic and for good reason. The graphic novel version stayed true to the novel version as opposed to the movie adaptation. The art style was quirky and fun which perfectly fit the mood of the story. It was very interesting to see how each of the characters was designed art style wise. The dialogue was carefully chosen so that the story flowed very nicely and felt like one continual narrative. All in all, a very well done graphic novel adaptation that I would highly recommend to my nieces.
I am excited to hopefully see the rest of the series adapted to graphic novels!
This was such a fun and quick read! The Princess Diaries has always been a fan of mine - book and movie so when I found out it was coming out in a graphic novel version I couldn't believe my luck!
This story is such a classic and for good reason. The graphic novel version stayed true to the novel version as opposed to the movie adaptation. The art style was quirky and fun which perfectly fit the mood of the story. It was very interesting to see how each of the characters was designed art style wise. The dialogue was carefully chosen so that the story flowed very nicely and felt like one continual narrative. All in all, a very well done graphic novel adaptation that I would highly recommend to my nieces.
I am excited to hopefully see the rest of the series adapted to graphic novels!
May 11, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children’sBooks for an ARC of this book!
If you enjoyed The Princess Diaries novel by Meg Cabot, you will love this graphic novel! Sometimes graphic novels can remove too much out of the story, but I didn’t feel like that with this story. It added so much to the storyline and characters with great use of artwork, facial expressions, and kept to the original humor of the story. This book does have some advanced ideas and concepts that elementary or even middle grade girls won’t appreciate so it may be more geared for teenagers.
I really enjoyed Bethany Crandall’s illustrations and design work on the pages. They really came to life and this was the perfect book to adapt to a graphic novel. I am hoping they adapt more of Meg Cabot’s books and I’m looking forward to reading this with my daughter in the future!
If you enjoyed The Princess Diaries novel by Meg Cabot, you will love this graphic novel! Sometimes graphic novels can remove too much out of the story, but I didn’t feel like that with this story. It added so much to the storyline and characters with great use of artwork, facial expressions, and kept to the original humor of the story. This book does have some advanced ideas and concepts that elementary or even middle grade girls won’t appreciate so it may be more geared for teenagers.
I really enjoyed Bethany Crandall’s illustrations and design work on the pages. They really came to life and this was the perfect book to adapt to a graphic novel. I am hoping they adapt more of Meg Cabot’s books and I’m looking forward to reading this with my daughter in the future!
May 13, 2026
Thank you NetGalley and Harper Collins for an advanced digital copy in exchange for my honest review. The way I immediately ran to request this the second I heard one of my favorite series from childhood was getting a graphic adaptation! This did not disappoint and was an absolutely delightful trip down memory lane. It was so much fun to return to this series I cherished as a tween. Mia is such a relatable teen character, mixing the heartfelt emotions of high school with humor. I love the movie adaptation but there are a lot of differences from the book, and it was nice to see them in this. The biggest is that the portrayal of Grandmere was SPOT ON. Julie Andrews was just far too nice in the movie lol. I am hoping they do the whole series but I’m not sure if that’s too much of a reach. I’ll be not so patiently waiting over here, Harper Collins!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you, HarperCollins Children's Books | HarperAlley and NetGalley for the chance to read and honestly review this graphic novel.
Wow throwback! Seeing The Princess Diaries make a return to the book world is such a fun nostalgic things.
So if you aren't aware, the Movie and the book for the Princess Diaries are like night and day. The premise of being a princess without knowing is the same for book and movie but the location, age, vibe and tone are completely different besides the book & movie but being beloved in different ways.
The art style is fun, lively and really suits the tones of the book.
I can't wait for the new generation to discover this and then the movie after. #Hopingformovie3still!
Wow throwback! Seeing The Princess Diaries make a return to the book world is such a fun nostalgic things.
So if you aren't aware, the Movie and the book for the Princess Diaries are like night and day. The premise of being a princess without knowing is the same for book and movie but the location, age, vibe and tone are completely different besides the book & movie but being beloved in different ways.
The art style is fun, lively and really suits the tones of the book.
I can't wait for the new generation to discover this and then the movie after. #Hopingformovie3still!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the eARC!
I thought this was a fresh take on the beloved Princess Diaries, which I grew up watching (and reading, though the books aren't as fresh in my mind as the film). I loved how vibrant the colors were and the art style was great. It may be a problem with the story itself, but I didn't vibe with the characters as much in this version, and there seem to be a lot of older thematic elements included in the background images that weren't necessarily tied to the story itself (especially with Mia's dad constantly having beautiful women in his bedroom). Overall solid, would be interested in seeing how it compares to the book (if I reread it again).
I thought this was a fresh take on the beloved Princess Diaries, which I grew up watching (and reading, though the books aren't as fresh in my mind as the film). I loved how vibrant the colors were and the art style was great. It may be a problem with the story itself, but I didn't vibe with the characters as much in this version, and there seem to be a lot of older thematic elements included in the background images that weren't necessarily tied to the story itself (especially with Mia's dad constantly having beautiful women in his bedroom). Overall solid, would be interested in seeing how it compares to the book (if I reread it again).
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I really loved the graphic novel version of one of my favorite stories! I've recently gotten more into graphic novels, and I love that they're so easy to read. I ended up reading this in one sitting!
The integrity of the storyline remains the same, but in a way that is super easy to read and the illustrations add a new layer of humor. Mia's facial expressions and quirks really shine through and make it that much more endearing.
This is perfect for anyone who enjoys a more visual format, or for people that are just looking to ease back into reading but also want a good storyline.
Overall, it was a quick and enjoyable read that made me feel all of the warm fuzzies.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for proving an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
The integrity of the storyline remains the same, but in a way that is super easy to read and the illustrations add a new layer of humor. Mia's facial expressions and quirks really shine through and make it that much more endearing.
This is perfect for anyone who enjoys a more visual format, or for people that are just looking to ease back into reading but also want a good storyline.
Overall, it was a quick and enjoyable read that made me feel all of the warm fuzzies.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for proving an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was so fun! I hope they continue the series as graphic novels, because I really loved it. The story is so different from the movie, and I can't speak on if it matches the books as I've never read them but I'm guessing it's closer to the book. The art is super cheerful, bright, and cartoony, perfect for younger readers. I think it would be great for the teen audience, especially as the main character Mia is a teen herself. Definitely recommend you give the graphic novel a try, and keeping my fingers crossed they continue the series. 5/5 stars
Thanks so much to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks so much to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a really fun read and the illustrations were great. It was so interesting how different the book was from the movie. This was really easy to follow and I really loved that her dad is still alive and the drawing of her grandma was giving Ezma from Emperor’s New Groove which was hilarious. I hope they adapt all the series into graphic novels because I would love to read the rest of them. Also love that Mia has other friends other than Lily since Lily was the worst friend until the very end. Thanks to Harper Alley and Netgalley for the complimentary copy of this book. All opinions in this review are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Collins Children’s Books for the opportunity to review this copy!
Meg Cabot and Bethany Crandall did an incredible job bringing this amazing story to life with its graphic novel adaptation. All of the cute inner monologue doodles Mia would make in her diary tied so well. It would be safe to let anyone reading this review to again understand this is adapted from the book series. I know with the current hype in regards to the new Princess Diaries movie some might be confused by a few character introductions that don’t align with the films so just a heads up on that but I will not be giving spoilers for that! Amazing graphic novel adaptation!
Meg Cabot and Bethany Crandall did an incredible job bringing this amazing story to life with its graphic novel adaptation. All of the cute inner monologue doodles Mia would make in her diary tied so well. It would be safe to let anyone reading this review to again understand this is adapted from the book series. I know with the current hype in regards to the new Princess Diaries movie some might be confused by a few character introductions that don’t align with the films so just a heads up on that but I will not be giving spoilers for that! Amazing graphic novel adaptation!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I got this book to read with my daughters ages 9 and 11 on Net Galley as it is listed as "middle grade", "children's fiction" and published by the children's publisher. Unfortunately this book is being wrongfully categorized as this book was not appropriate for children not to mention advanced vocabulary they cannot understand. Many mature and advanced themes and situations are mentioned throughout the book, which is fine if this is being marketed as YA but it is not. The graphics were good but the story felt rushed and not much explanation of development in the second half of the story once she knows she is the princess.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I have been a loyal supporter of Genovia ever since I was given the first book in this series over twenty years ago, so I couldn't have been more excited to see that this graphic novel adaptation was coming out. I loved revisiting one of my favorite books in a new format, and this captured everything that I loved about it perfectly. At times, the art style reminded me of classic Disney animation which fits the story so well. I truly believe fans are going to love this one, and I hope we get graphic novel adaptations of the rest of the series in the future!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A beautiful visual adaptation of the beloved novel which is as beginner friendly to those new to graphic novels as it is to those visiting Genova for the first time. Expect beautiful artwork, great humour, and 90’s nostalgia!
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Review to post week beginning 14th June
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With thanks to HarperCollin’s Children’s Books and NetGalley for the gifted E-ARC in exchange for providing an honest review.
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Review to post week beginning 14th June
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With thanks to HarperCollin’s Children’s Books and NetGalley for the gifted E-ARC in exchange for providing an honest review.
April 18, 2026
This was awesome! The art was so incredibly good, and this is such a classic story. I do love that it was very book accurate, but I feel like I noticed a couple of nods to the film, as well… maybe that was just me. It’s been a long while since I’ve read the book. This is going to be a great way to bring this story to a new generation. I will definitely be adding it to my recommendation lists.
Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me to read the ARC!
Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me to read the ARC!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
so i’m a huge meg cabot fan but admittedly i’ve never dived into the princess diaries universe (except the movies). but this was so fun! i loved the start of the romantic relationship, the fact mia has more than lily as a friend, the fact her dad is alive. it really just is so different from the film but still so good and amazing lol. the art was really good, i really hope they plan to do the entire series.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I absolutely loved this movie when it came out, so I was really excited when I saw they were making it into a graphic novel. I ended up a bit disappointed with both the illustrations and how the story was adapted into the graphic novel format. Overall, 2/5 stars for me.
I absolutely loved this movie when it came out, so I was really excited when I saw they were making it into a graphic novel. I ended up a bit disappointed with both the illustrations and how the story was adapted into the graphic novel format. Overall, 2/5 stars for me.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Absolutely loved this graphic novel of The Princess Diaries, especially the amazing illustrations and lively story. Highly recommended for lovers of the film and original book, as well as for fans of graphic novels for younger readers.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The Princess Diaries in Graphic Novel is great for a new generation of readers. Meg Cabot does a great job of bringing the story to a new generation. While there are details missing from the original book, that is to be expected with it being a Graphic Novel. Story is as funny as ever.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a wonderful adaptation of The Princess Diaries. I loved the books and movies growing up, and this graphic novel adaptation gave me nostalgia for when I was younger and reading this story for the first time. Thanks to HarperCollins Children's Books | HarperAlley and NetGalley for the eARC.
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