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Tales of Pixie Hollow #7
A Masterpiece for Bess
Messy, creative Bess is perfectly happy creating her paintings in her out-of- the-way studio, never worrying about what the other fairies think. But after she unveils a new portrait of Tinker Bell, she finds herself in a whirlwind of attention. Every sparrow man and fairy in Pixie Hollow wants her to paint his or her picture! With hundreds of fairies to please, suddenly Bess's talent seems more like a chore than a joy!
112 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2006
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March 17, 2026
i like that this one isn’t just like “oh no i’m suddenly not good at my talent” it kinda just shines the light on how greedy/selfish everyone is
September 8, 2019
This is the first book I owned and I still remember how this inspired me even more to be an artist!!!
July 8, 2019
I thought this book was cute too and short it has the same amount of pages as take north of Neverland
December 9, 2018
An underrated fairy, Bess, is the star of this little story, and one I grew to love almost as much as my personal faves. The importance of art and an artist's choices are explored here. As well as teaching kids to not take fads to heart: they ebb and flow like the tide and always will. Plus, I appreciated how Vidia is the only one to admire Bess's actual passionate art. (Also, is it just me, or does Bess totally have a crush on Quill? I ship it.)
April 22, 2026
someone give poor bess a break.
also, no one can convince me that quill and bess weren't secretly in love with each other.
also, no one can convince me that quill and bess weren't secretly in love with each other.
March 16, 2016
I know, I know. It's a kid book you say. It's meant for younger kids. maybe ages 3-8 years old. But I have to confess a secret. I am obsess with Peter Pan and Tinker Bell.
I thought the book was very good and very well written. I believe the author tries to show good morals in each one of these Disney Tinker Bell series/stories. I actually read another one of these books as well and loved it.
In this book, Bess is a Painting faerie and because she painted a picture of Tink, and everyone saw it, everyone wanted it and Bess became overwhelmed with all the demands of everyone wanting a painting. She didn't know how to say no or to tell them she couldn't because of her previous work. It eventually led to Bess actually calling for a meeting to show her another one of her paintings and to tell the other faeries that she will get to there paintings when she can and that it will be on her schedule not there's. The other faeries finally shifted there attention to another fairy because of her dress and it led to them forgetting completely about what Bess just said.
I thought the book was very good and very well written. I believe the author tries to show good morals in each one of these Disney Tinker Bell series/stories. I actually read another one of these books as well and loved it.
In this book, Bess is a Painting faerie and because she painted a picture of Tink, and everyone saw it, everyone wanted it and Bess became overwhelmed with all the demands of everyone wanting a painting. She didn't know how to say no or to tell them she couldn't because of her previous work. It eventually led to Bess actually calling for a meeting to show her another one of her paintings and to tell the other faeries that she will get to there paintings when she can and that it will be on her schedule not there's. The other faeries finally shifted there attention to another fairy because of her dress and it led to them forgetting completely about what Bess just said.
April 16, 2017
I loved this one! I loved one thing she realized near the end
August 24, 2025
Loved this reread!! Again, absolutely beautiful artwork and a good lesson learned! Allow yourself room to breathe and love what you do. Don't lose sight of what's important.
June 7, 2026
This one felt a lot simpler and straightforward than the previous books in the series, maybe because not a huge amount went wrong, or there wasn't a lot of adventuring around Pixie Hollow?
Regardless, I still enjoyed the story of Bess feeling pressured to accept everyone's requests to be painted, only for her to realise that her own happiness matters more, and she should only do things that make her happy instead of forcing herself through stress.
For once, Vidia was actually the only decent sounding fairy towards the end, and ended up being the voice of reason. I do feel like she's misunderstood and only 'mean' to play the villain everyone makes her out to be. Though none of the fairies understood how they'd made Bess feel (which kind of annoyed me, as they didn't face responsibilities or repercussions), I liked Bess' realisation and how she just accepted that her own feelings and protecting her peace was more important.
3/5 🌟
Regardless, I still enjoyed the story of Bess feeling pressured to accept everyone's requests to be painted, only for her to realise that her own happiness matters more, and she should only do things that make her happy instead of forcing herself through stress.
For once, Vidia was actually the only decent sounding fairy towards the end, and ended up being the voice of reason. I do feel like she's misunderstood and only 'mean' to play the villain everyone makes her out to be. Though none of the fairies understood how they'd made Bess feel (which kind of annoyed me, as they didn't face responsibilities or repercussions), I liked Bess' realisation and how she just accepted that her own feelings and protecting her peace was more important.
3/5 🌟
July 1, 2026
Em’s mini review!
I like it and found it annoying that all the fairies wanted a portrait of themselves. I like that Bess was being kind even when all the fairies were asking so much. I love the art of the book 💕
I like it and found it annoying that all the fairies wanted a portrait of themselves. I like that Bess was being kind even when all the fairies were asking so much. I love the art of the book 💕
July 16, 2026
i remember this one well from childhood, i just feel like the ending comes on too quickly
April 29, 2026
Best one yet
April 8, 2025
read April 8, 2025 - April 8, 2025: 3 stars
March 10, 2026
i think bess and quill should kiss or bess and vidia should kiss. someone should kiss. polyamory???? lesbian fairies!!!!!!!!!!!
December 29, 2015
Another cute addition to the series.
This story follows Bess, bringing a less popular character to light. She's the only art-talent fairy we see up close in the stories, and perhaps the only creative personality, too--though many of the fairies are creatively portrayed and all are passionate about their craft. As a writer, a musician, and an amateur artist I resonate with Bess's creativity and personality. She sees the world in colors and frames. She seeks inspiration and devotes serious time to her craft.
But the other side of Bess is definitely something so many people relate to, too. She's a people pleaser who struggles to say no. When Bess's genuine gratitude for a good deed takes an unexpected turn, the polite little fairies turn a little manipulative and selfish, though perhaps somewhat unintentionally.
Thematically, the story teaches a good lesson in boundaries and the value of following genuine inspiration. Sometimes it's easy to get caught up in the demands and wishes of others, but there should always be an appropriate balance to your time. And it isn't wrong or selfish to pursue your own goals, hone your craft, develop your talents, and steward your resources and time rightly. Sometimes that means learning to have the courage to say no to others and to set healthy boundaries with friends, family, and even strangers!
As always, enjoyed the characters and the cute little plot.
Re-read:
12/29/15
04/21/23
This story follows Bess, bringing a less popular character to light. She's the only art-talent fairy we see up close in the stories, and perhaps the only creative personality, too--though many of the fairies are creatively portrayed and all are passionate about their craft. As a writer, a musician, and an amateur artist I resonate with Bess's creativity and personality. She sees the world in colors and frames. She seeks inspiration and devotes serious time to her craft.
But the other side of Bess is definitely something so many people relate to, too. She's a people pleaser who struggles to say no. When Bess's genuine gratitude for a good deed takes an unexpected turn, the polite little fairies turn a little manipulative and selfish, though perhaps somewhat unintentionally.
Thematically, the story teaches a good lesson in boundaries and the value of following genuine inspiration. Sometimes it's easy to get caught up in the demands and wishes of others, but there should always be an appropriate balance to your time. And it isn't wrong or selfish to pursue your own goals, hone your craft, develop your talents, and steward your resources and time rightly. Sometimes that means learning to have the courage to say no to others and to set healthy boundaries with friends, family, and even strangers!
As always, enjoyed the characters and the cute little plot.
Re-read:
12/29/15
04/21/23
October 2, 2008
I think that this book was very good. In fact it was the first fairies book that I had ever read. This book was about a fairy Bess and she is an art talent fairy. She has her own studio and everything. When she makes Tinker Bell a life sized portrait everyone in Pixie Haven wants one! Fairies are knocking at her and giving her things that they had made with their talents. Unfortunately Bess is getting very tired and a little grumpy. Will she have enough time to finish everyone's picture?
April 15, 2008
Abby and I have had a lot of fun reading these books together. They are quick reads and Abby likes to hear the stories about all the different faries in Pixie Hollow. They also keep my interest so I have had fun reading them to her. She doesn't read yet so she really likes that there are pictures every couple of pages to help her understand better what we are reading.
June 30, 2024
girl she's stressing me out. there is power in saying no! anyway. cute! lulled the girlies to sleep with the first four chapters. bedtime stories are so back
March 22, 2025
Wspaniała lekcja płynie z tej krótkiej historyjki 😭😭😭 dzieci, czytajcie wróżki!!!
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December 7, 2025terence was in one of the illustrations, he still looks different, but he’s starting to look more normal, i think
found a sticky note
when everyone’s swarming Bess’s studio demanding a portrait of themselves, Terence drops by to tell her how nice Tink’s portrait was
he doesn’t want a portrait he just thinks his girl’s is pretty
so sweet
he down bad
The fairies were acting like the mermaids here, distracted by the newest shiny object
Like Peter too
Usually the fairies are more mature and sensible, but here they were acting like an average resident of Never Land
Vidia <- what was this note about what do oh yeah! She liked the painting and was honest about it. I liked that. I don’t remember if I had anything else to say about it
Man I can’t read my own handwriting
As a creative person myself, I thought this was an interesting look at work you want vs work you do for others
Bess goes too far and burns herself out
It’s not the same as real life she’s not doing this for a living she’s fed and has a nice place to live no matter how many portraits she paints
Like yes this IS her job but fairy jobs are different lol
But they sorta commissioned her they all brought her things
And she burnt herself out
The “oh this is pretty but I can’t stop to look I got work to do” me all last year trying to graduate college
There’s more to say here but I don’t want to draw it out right now (hah, draw)
“Rani renaming the water so pretty” <- I don’t think that’s what that says
Rani rescuing Bess and then demanding portraits for her ENTIRE TALENT Rani babe I thought you were better than this 😭
found a sticky note
when everyone’s swarming Bess’s studio demanding a portrait of themselves, Terence drops by to tell her how nice Tink’s portrait was
he doesn’t want a portrait he just thinks his girl’s is pretty
so sweet
he down bad
The fairies were acting like the mermaids here, distracted by the newest shiny object
Like Peter too
Usually the fairies are more mature and sensible, but here they were acting like an average resident of Never Land
Vidia <- what was this note about what do oh yeah! She liked the painting and was honest about it. I liked that. I don’t remember if I had anything else to say about it
Man I can’t read my own handwriting
As a creative person myself, I thought this was an interesting look at work you want vs work you do for others
Bess goes too far and burns herself out
It’s not the same as real life she’s not doing this for a living she’s fed and has a nice place to live no matter how many portraits she paints
Like yes this IS her job but fairy jobs are different lol
But they sorta commissioned her they all brought her things
And she burnt herself out
The “oh this is pretty but I can’t stop to look I got work to do” me all last year trying to graduate college
There’s more to say here but I don’t want to draw it out right now (hah, draw)
“Rani renaming the water so pretty” <- I don’t think that’s what that says
Rani rescuing Bess and then demanding portraits for her ENTIRE TALENT Rani babe I thought you were better than this 😭
April 10, 2025
a student left this book on my desk WEEKS ago, and i have been following the journey of the girl on tik tok who is trying to thrift all of these books, so that is what inspired me to read it. it was really cute! i loved the message of doing what makes you happy even if other people don’t agree! it was nice to see vidia be supportive of bess and her painting too, very wholesome tough love energy.
i am a little upset that they never showed us her masterpiece though! i wanted to see the lovely little forest scene!! is that the reason for 4 instead of 5 stars? maybe!
i am a little upset that they never showed us her masterpiece though! i wanted to see the lovely little forest scene!! is that the reason for 4 instead of 5 stars? maybe!
February 25, 2026
I have been reading this series aloud with my preschooler and we love them! But this one not so much. Very basic plot, just everyone being inconsiderate of Bess and her not knowing how to set boundaries or find self fulfillment in the art she wants to make until the very end when she learns an important lesson. I liked that it gave Vidia a time to shine. But very little world building compared to the other books and it was difficult to get through with every chapter of the first 8 being basically the same.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 13, 2024
Przystań elfów jest pełna utalentowanych no cóż ... elfów! I wróbli. Bietka jest artystycznie utalentowaną wróżką, która przelewa swoje zdolności poprzez farby na płótno, kocha to co robi, co nie powinno nikogo kto miał już okazję poznać tę serię dziwić. Mało, który elf nie jest zadowolony ze swojego talentu, większość chce się nim dzielić ze wszystkim i tak jest też z Bietką. Historię, którą opowiada ten tom, będxie poruszać temat wierności w stosunku do własnej osoby, oraz próżnego trudu zadowolenia wszystkich. Wszystko zaczyna się od portretu. Portretu Cynki Dzwoneczka! Bietka chcąc sprawić przyjemność przyjaciółce namalowała jej przepiękny portret, inne elfy widząc jak wiernie oddała urodę utalentowanej cynki zapragnęły również mieć swoje portrety w efekcie zapanował istny szał na pracuje Bietki! Elfy obdarowywały malarkę ogromem prezentów, aby ta w zamian je namalowała. To nie do końca było coś co elfka chciała robić, zwykle maluje to co przyniesie jej natchnienie, a tutaj porter za portretem, jednak czego się nie robi w imię sztuki. Tak, Bietka założyła, że elfy zapałały żywą miłością do sztuki, dlatego tak bardzo chcą mieć obraz własnej osoby. Zmęczona, ale szczęśliwa poświęciła wszystkie siły, aby malować i zdobywać materiały do pracy w efekcie wyszło kilka zabawnych sytuacji z których dowiedzieć się możemy, że Bietka ma artystycznie utalentowaną przyjaciółkę, z której nie zdaje sobie z tego sprawy! Odrzuca raz za razem jej pomóc, sądząc że nie jest ona jej potrzebna (a może i nie tylko z tego powodu, cóż relacje między lud- elfie bywają skomplikowane). Gdy nadchodzi czas, aby zapoznać elfy z ich portretami, Bietka czekając na reakcję zauważa, iż nie jest ona do końca pozytywna. Elfy nie były zadowolone z tego co widzą, ponieważ portrety idealnie oddawały rzeczywistość! Tak do tej pory nie zdawały sobie sprawy z pewnych aspektów swojej urody. I wcale im się to nie podobało, wręcz przeciwnie zaczęli prosić Bietke o wprowadzenie zmian! Nie wiedząc co począć z tym wszystkim wróciła do kończenia kolejnych portretów, ale z każdym kolejnym odsłonięciem obrazów lista poprawek rosła, a ego malarki ciążyło. Widać, że nigdy wcześniej nie spotkała się z takim podejściem, do tej pory tylko Widia była brutalnie szczera (a często po prostu niemiła) na temat prac innych osób. Czare goryczy przelał jednak zupełnie inny obraz, nie był to portret nikogo. Bietka dalej sądząc, że to sztuka przemawia do elfów pokazała im najnowsze dzieło, które na nowo rozbudziło uczucia elfki, poruszyło jej talent. Był to szum lasu? Wiatr wśród drzew? Jakby nie nazwać owego obrazu i wyjaśnienia Bietki na jego temat elfy okazały się zupełnie nie zainteresowane. Dołujace, lecz w każdej sytuacji pojawi się może światełko nadziei. Widia ta sama, która zwykle wszystkich obraża jest zachwycona pięknem obrazu, szczerość dźwięcząca w głosie szybkolotnej wróżki jest tym czego Bietka potrzebowała by zrozumieć, co powinna robić, a przede wszystkim pojęła, że nie powinna uzależniać swojego talentu i pasji od aprobaty innych.
Książka pozwala młodym osobą w subtelny sposób zrozumieć czym jest talent, dlaczego należy podążać za tym co kochamy, nie bojąc się krytyki, ale wyciągając z niej to co przydatne, oraz pozwola się rozwijać, a odsiewać to co ma tylko i wyłącznie podciąć skrzydła. Również ukazuje, że wsparcie i docenienie może przyjść z najmniej oczekiwanej strony, lecz nie powinno się od niej uzależniać swojej pracy.
Książka pozwala młodym osobą w subtelny sposób zrozumieć czym jest talent, dlaczego należy podążać za tym co kochamy, nie bojąc się krytyki, ale wyciągając z niej to co przydatne, oraz pozwola się rozwijać, a odsiewać to co ma tylko i wyłącznie podciąć skrzydła. Również ukazuje, że wsparcie i docenienie może przyjść z najmniej oczekiwanej strony, lecz nie powinno się od niej uzależniać swojej pracy.
July 6, 2025
3.5 stars. A cute story for young readers that involves trends.
It also explores the odd economy of this cashless world, where protagonist Bess, an artist, is obligated to paint the portrait of anyone who asks. But in a way, this might be more relatable to a child. I imagine a kid who is good at, say, making friendship bracelets, might get overwhelmed by requests she doesn’t know how to say no to. Though not sure the resolution in this book offers much helpful real world guidance.
It also explores the odd economy of this cashless world, where protagonist Bess, an artist, is obligated to paint the portrait of anyone who asks. But in a way, this might be more relatable to a child. I imagine a kid who is good at, say, making friendship bracelets, might get overwhelmed by requests she doesn’t know how to say no to. Though not sure the resolution in this book offers much helpful real world guidance.
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May 25, 2024this one talks about the importance of not letting your biggest passions become a mindless chore to please others. it’s important to have hobbies that are for fun and nothing else. the way society is these days i feel like that can be a hard thing to remember, but we need to make room for the freedom to create or do things simply just because we enjoy them.
September 28, 2018
Was a cute book and easy read.. Bess is a talented artist/painter fairy and things go crazy for when all these other fairies want her to paint their portraits in the end she has to put her foot down and go back to art she loves to paint.
January 9, 2021
I read this to my 6 year old a few chapters at a time before bed and she loved it. I also really enjoyed the message it teaches about doing things that make you happy even if others don't like what you do.
November 26, 2021
This was a very simple and fun read. It really showcased fads and how fast people go through them. Bess was a sweetheart that had to learn that you should enjoy what you are doing. It was very good and was such a simple and enjoyable read.
August 27, 2023
another childhood reread!! she was fun but I def like the baking one better this one was cute tho I like the description of her house it reminded me of Arietty from studio ghibli? idk very cute n fun and a nice morale de l’histoire about not caring (smt i need to learn how to do)
September 6, 2024
bess is an icon and relatable as heck.
she finds that when pressured and pushed to do hobbies and passions for others, in large amounts becomes too much and quickly miserable.
she’s just like my audhd self turning my hobbies into money, hating it and rinse and repeat.
she finds that when pressured and pushed to do hobbies and passions for others, in large amounts becomes too much and quickly miserable.
she’s just like my audhd self turning my hobbies into money, hating it and rinse and repeat.
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