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Pineapple Princess
What do you do when you know you're a princess, but no one in your family believes you?
Step one: Find yourself a crown.
Step two: Gather your subjects.
Step three: Be the kind and compassionate leader you were always meant to be...
Step one: Find yourself a crown.
Step two: Gather your subjects.
Step three: Be the kind and compassionate leader you were always meant to be...
40 pages, Hardcover
Published May 31, 2022
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June 10, 2022
Fantastic picture book! I loved the humor. I had fun creating a pineapple crown for my daughter to wear (see my Instagram video: Here) but it’s a bit heavy so my son wears it for the picture in this post instead! This book is original. I haven’t read a story quite like it and it’s wonderful. I liked the character. She’s determined. She took action. She tried before deciding that it wasn’t for her. She had no problem moving on, determined to make the new title work for her.
This book followed a girl. She’s upset because she knew she’s a princess but nobody believed her. She set out to obtain a crown to make her title legitimate. While she’s a princess, she made her own rules including eating whatever she wanted in her bedroom. A few days later after she wore her pineapple crown, her followers started arriving and they stayed with her. They dined with her, attended concerts, and royal hunts. Soon Pineapple Princess noticed problems. Her followers were constantly around her demanding her attention. They ate her foods and ruined her hair. As a Princess, she had to make tough decisions. She captured some of them and had to execute others. They bothered her too much that she decided she didn’t want to be a princess anymore.
Pineapple Princess was well written and illustrated. An amazing debut. Original idea. Unputdownable read. Exciting new humor. The illustrations were excellent. Loved the pop of colors. The girl’s expressions were funny. My toddler loved the story and asked for it often at bedtime. The details were great. My toddler and I played “I spy with my little eyes” especially on the kitchen page because there were many things to find such as cookies, cat, frog, rainbow, etc. The ending was a “rolling on the floor” laughing because she was doing the lasso for a horse! This book was awesome from the front cover to the back cover! Picture book is normally intended for kids to read but I think an adult would have a greater time reading this book. I do, however, highly recommend everyone to read this story!
xoxo, Jasmine at www.Howusefulitis.com for more details
Many thanks to MacKidsBooks for the opportunity to read and review. Please be assured that my opinions are honest.
This book followed a girl. She’s upset because she knew she’s a princess but nobody believed her. She set out to obtain a crown to make her title legitimate. While she’s a princess, she made her own rules including eating whatever she wanted in her bedroom. A few days later after she wore her pineapple crown, her followers started arriving and they stayed with her. They dined with her, attended concerts, and royal hunts. Soon Pineapple Princess noticed problems. Her followers were constantly around her demanding her attention. They ate her foods and ruined her hair. As a Princess, she had to make tough decisions. She captured some of them and had to execute others. They bothered her too much that she decided she didn’t want to be a princess anymore.
Pineapple Princess was well written and illustrated. An amazing debut. Original idea. Unputdownable read. Exciting new humor. The illustrations were excellent. Loved the pop of colors. The girl’s expressions were funny. My toddler loved the story and asked for it often at bedtime. The details were great. My toddler and I played “I spy with my little eyes” especially on the kitchen page because there were many things to find such as cookies, cat, frog, rainbow, etc. The ending was a “rolling on the floor” laughing because she was doing the lasso for a horse! This book was awesome from the front cover to the back cover! Picture book is normally intended for kids to read but I think an adult would have a greater time reading this book. I do, however, highly recommend everyone to read this story!
xoxo, Jasmine at www.Howusefulitis.com for more details
Many thanks to MacKidsBooks for the opportunity to read and review. Please be assured that my opinions are honest.
September 17, 2024
A cute little brat declares herself a princess and crowns herself with a pineapple. Her rule goes awry in a most amusing way.
High energy narration and illustrations really give the book a spark.
High energy narration and illustrations really give the book a spark.
October 16, 2022
Our heroine and protagonist becomes the leader of a swarm of flies. If you like Ian Falconer's Olivia, this book about another girl with an active imagination and high energy is for you.
March 9, 2022
Just brilliant.
Subversively hilarious with the deadpan appeal of Jon Klassen. Expressive watercolor illustrations in a bubble gum palette that belies the sly content.
Cannot WAIT to see what comes next from this debut author/illustrator!
Subversively hilarious with the deadpan appeal of Jon Klassen. Expressive watercolor illustrations in a bubble gum palette that belies the sly content.
Cannot WAIT to see what comes next from this debut author/illustrator!
June 1, 2022
An adorable picture book to share with the younger reader.
The hero's princess syndrome comes to life through her imagination and a pineapple (and why waste the top, really?) but alas there are airborne distractions that prompt an abdication which Hahn conjures up in a delightful way that makes us smile. The simple and quite natural end to the Pineapple Princess's conceit will satisfy the child and hopefully make them look for other options for a crown. While the story is simply told, the real hit is Hahn's artwork. We look forward to many more books - self-penned or not - displaying her witty way with illustration.
The hero's princess syndrome comes to life through her imagination and a pineapple (and why waste the top, really?) but alas there are airborne distractions that prompt an abdication which Hahn conjures up in a delightful way that makes us smile. The simple and quite natural end to the Pineapple Princess's conceit will satisfy the child and hopefully make them look for other options for a crown. While the story is simply told, the real hit is Hahn's artwork. We look forward to many more books - self-penned or not - displaying her witty way with illustration.
May 31, 2022
Pineapple Princess is witty, funny, charming & disgusting. Oh, to make a crown for oneself out of what is most accessible; a ripe pineapple from a fruit bowl? I literally laughed out loud in astonishment when it was revealed that the attracted flies were her “royal subjects.” Brilliant! Kudos to the tiny protagonist and her unbothered nature when it comes to bugs, stickiness & mess. And kudos to Sabina Hahn for her colorful illustrations and artistic skill in creating expressions and moods through eyes!
June 1, 2022
Hahn has created a loveable and whimsical character that all girls will respond to. The Pineapple Princess is a fantastic read, portraying a little girl's coming of age in a fun and relatable way. Being a girl isn't easy, and growing up is one of the hardest parts about it. Finding your place in the world as a girl can be complicated, painful, and frustrating. The Pineapple Princess tells the journey in a fun and beautiful way, leaving the reader wanting a sequel to the warrior queen.
June 1, 2022
I absolutely loved the Pineapple Princes by Sabina Hahn. The drawings are so charming and fun and the portrayal of the princess is brilliant. One can see at all times what she is thinking and how creative and funny she is. She is a kid with tones of personality and it’s very easy to root for her. I look forward to the future adventures of the princess.
June 1, 2022
Sabina’s watercolor illustrations are beautiful! Light and free yet the color pallet is perfectly controlled. You’d fall in love with the bright, free spirited girl. May we all stay as imaginative and strong as she is…
We don’t see her adults but I feel like the adorable black cat represents the patient yet exhausted grownups around her. I feel you cat! Oh and the fly!!!! So cute.
My daughter and I giggled through the book. So funny and precious!
We don’t see her adults but I feel like the adorable black cat represents the patient yet exhausted grownups around her. I feel you cat! Oh and the fly!!!! So cute.
My daughter and I giggled through the book. So funny and precious!
June 1, 2022
What a delight to read and to look at! A young girl decides she want to be a princess and goes about trying to make that happen. She doesn’t quite pull it off, but her spunk is wonderful to read and see. As a mom – and now a grandma – who loves to read books out loud to the little people in my live, this charming book makes the process fun and engaging.
May 31, 2022
This delightful book captures the true experience of childhood in all its charm and surreal whimsy. The clever text and engaging illustrations allow the Pineapple Princess to emerge with a complexity rare in children's books: she's both playful and self-absorbed, inventive and sly. My 4-year-old daughter loves this story, and so do I!
May 27, 2022
I received an ARC of this book through the publisher.
The little girl in this book knows she is a princess but feels like no one takes her seriously until she makes her own pineapple crown. Flies become her subjects and the challenges of a princess arise. I found this book to be enduring and loved the fact that though she considers herself a princess, she makes and solves all her own problems herself. Its also refreshing to see an overconfident, overly imaginative girl as most child megalomaniacs are boys. Also any parent with a preschooler/elementary school child will find her antics familiar.
The little girl in this book knows she is a princess but feels like no one takes her seriously until she makes her own pineapple crown. Flies become her subjects and the challenges of a princess arise. I found this book to be enduring and loved the fact that though she considers herself a princess, she makes and solves all her own problems herself. Its also refreshing to see an overconfident, overly imaginative girl as most child megalomaniacs are boys. Also any parent with a preschooler/elementary school child will find her antics familiar.
May 31, 2022
Yay for the mischievous children! Not since Max of Where the Wild Things Are, have I delighted so much in a naughty and confident kid character. Pineapple Princess's attitudes and antics are depicted so fabulously and hilariously by Sabina Hahn.
May 31, 2022
This book is SO GOOD!
Its the kind of book you want to read many times, alone and with children.
The illustrations are delightful, the story has a great rhythm and the ending is surprising.
I loved the details and background characters. I Highly recommend!
Its the kind of book you want to read many times, alone and with children.
The illustrations are delightful, the story has a great rhythm and the ending is surprising.
I loved the details and background characters. I Highly recommend!
May 31, 2022
This charming book is a lovely homage to the exuberance of childhood and the joy of mischief. The swift and confident watercolor illustrations pitch-perfectly convey a protagonist full of pluck and sass. Perfect for those who don’t always want to color in the lines!
June 1, 2022
Rating is for my reading as an adult. I don’t think this is a good kids book.
June 7, 2022
Utterly charming book with gorgeous, immersive watercolor illustrations, introducing my kid and I to a new visual universe, with a playful undercurrent. Certain pages would make cherished framed posters. My 8-year old is eager to read this to her younger sister soon. We look forward to future delights from Hahn!
June 11, 2022
Adorable! This might be my new favorite princess book. I relate to pineapple princess. She’s creative and inventive and if she doesn’t get what she wants she finds a way to get it. I can’t wait to use this one in storytime.
June 3, 2022
Love the main character’s spunk!
May 17, 2022
Beautifully illustrated- she captured the voice of a child through her words and illustrations. It is a reminder for every child to be themselves and figure out how to be who they want to be and how to deal when things don't go exactly how they planned. Whimsical and lovely story.
July 27, 2022
Although I find the princess endearing, I also find her irritating. Sorry. Too iritating.
April 18, 2023
Despite the whimsical illustrations and uber-imaginative protagonist, the ick factor of this story is over the top. This prickly little Princess also seems a bit psycho, especially when her coterie of Diptera stage a rebellion, which leads her to imprison and execute her subjects. This would-be Lady of the Flies is “deeply, deeply misunderstood” (her words, not mine) for good reasons, least of which are her hygiene habits.
September 29, 2023
The tongue-in-cheek humor begins on the very first page. Although the heroine is never given a name, she has plenty of attitude, as when she proclaims:
"I am deeply, deeply misunderstood." (By far the best line in the book, btw.)
BUT CREDIBILITY TAKES A HIT WITH THAT PINEAPPLE HAT
Really, the words to this book make sense, and the story is just about what you'd expect. At least, except for a certain unexpected reference to a line spoken by the main character in "King Richard the Third."
IN GENERAL
The story is consistent and will, no doubt, seem delightful to those who love reading books about spoiled little girls. On their behalf, I rate this book at FIVE STARS.
Kudos to Sabina Hahn for the words and pictures.
HOWEVER...
However, early on, the Pineapple Princess makes herself a crown by scooping out of the top third of a pineapple. This crown stays on her head, never drips, and fits her like a custom made beanie.
Might I suggest? Don't encourage your child that to try to make a similar hat. Surely it's bad enough for a good little girl to be subjected to a story about this awful role model.
"I am deeply, deeply misunderstood." (By far the best line in the book, btw.)
BUT CREDIBILITY TAKES A HIT WITH THAT PINEAPPLE HAT
Really, the words to this book make sense, and the story is just about what you'd expect. At least, except for a certain unexpected reference to a line spoken by the main character in "King Richard the Third."
IN GENERAL
The story is consistent and will, no doubt, seem delightful to those who love reading books about spoiled little girls. On their behalf, I rate this book at FIVE STARS.
Kudos to Sabina Hahn for the words and pictures.
HOWEVER...
However, early on, the Pineapple Princess makes herself a crown by scooping out of the top third of a pineapple. This crown stays on her head, never drips, and fits her like a custom made beanie.
Might I suggest? Don't encourage your child that to try to make a similar hat. Surely it's bad enough for a good little girl to be subjected to a story about this awful role model.
June 2, 2022
This book is perfection. From the very first pages - not just the typical first pages, but even right from the TITLE PAGE - the personality of the title character and the whole book blazes forth, with defiant red crayon, showing us the Pineapple Princess’s fiercely cheerful doodles first on the title page, then wrapping into her environment as we go with her down the stairs of her house. You don’t have to fall in love with the Pineapple Princess - I did! - but you do believe she exists and she knows exactly who she is. I would follow this Princess anywhere, delight in her triumphs, and revel in her hilarious mistakes and not-skipping-a-beat re-directions. Getting a copy of this book for every child I know, and ten on standby for the ones I will know in the future - please make more adventures for this amazing protagonist!
September 21, 2024
This particular picture book reading session (my husband and I read five picture books to each other 9/15/2024) had too many gross-out elements. That is not this particular book's fault, but this one might have turned me off on its own. I know the risks of over-attributing things about myself to my OCD, and maybe it is unrelated, but reading about something is enough to implant it in my brain where it stays for quite some time causing sometimes visceral reactions. I don't really want to experience sticky pineapple juice dripping down my head while surrounded by fruit flies from reading what I thought was a cute picture book.
I did like the ending though.
I did like the ending though.
March 4, 2022
I would give this book a .5 if I could. I do not like the "bratty kid" lead, but the illustrations are fun. The warrior queen at the end is a nice twist, but the disregard for others and the destruction of her parents things/house/the food taints it. Pineapple Princess might not be a classic, but if you like Eloise and other brats getting away with things stories you will like this.
With that said, I do appreciate the work the author put into this book, but it feel short of me appreciating the final product.
With that said, I do appreciate the work the author put into this book, but it feel short of me appreciating the final product.
June 3, 2022
The Pineapple Princess is my favorite kind of children’s book—one that embraces the joy of being a child without belittling that joy. It doesn't speak down from an adult’s point of view. Instead it reveals the world through the magical eyes of a kid, expecting the reader to have both a brain and sense of humor. But the thing that makes this book so special is the art. Every page is a beautiful illustration that delivers so much meaning in all its detail and character. You could read the book deeply without needing the words themselves. What a delight.
October 2, 2022
“I know I’m a princess, but nobody believes me.”
Maybe with a crown she’ll get the respect she deserves. So, she carves a crown out of the top of a pineapple. Yes, it’s a bit sticky but it makes her feel important. Soon, her subjects arrive in a swarm. The problem is “They never stop whining and do not speak clearly.” She quickly tires of these substandard subjects and try to rid herself of them, but they rebel. So she throws the crown in the garbage and her subjects leave her. That’s okay, because what she really wants to be is a Warrior Queen!
The illustrations are a riot
Maybe with a crown she’ll get the respect she deserves. So, she carves a crown out of the top of a pineapple. Yes, it’s a bit sticky but it makes her feel important. Soon, her subjects arrive in a swarm. The problem is “They never stop whining and do not speak clearly.” She quickly tires of these substandard subjects and try to rid herself of them, but they rebel. So she throws the crown in the garbage and her subjects leave her. That’s okay, because what she really wants to be is a Warrior Queen!
The illustrations are a riot
July 14, 2024
Wow. Impulse from library display. Wasn't sure I would like it, but the title intrigued too much. Then the first third or so bothered me, but, hey, it's short, so I kept reading. Turns out the girl is not a spoiled brat; she's just very imaginative and self-confident.
Kids who are the most challenging to raise often grow to be successful leaders; it's our job to guide them toward valuing success as that which helps them be better citizens and helpful members of the community, etc. Iow, do not tame your children.
Kids who are the most challenging to raise often grow to be successful leaders; it's our job to guide them toward valuing success as that which helps them be better citizens and helpful members of the community, etc. Iow, do not tame your children.
April 18, 2025
Pineapple Princess by Sabina Hahn is the delightful story of a young girl who is desperate to be hailed and treated as a princess. In her quest to become great she finds a pineapple and decides to cut off the top and wear it as a crown. Before too long she becomes queens of the flies. They follow her around, are always with her, and while she loves being a princess of some things, she is not too keen on being the fly princess. The story is funny and a delightful read.
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