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William the Curious

Published
Dec 2025
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General Fiction General Fiction

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Follow the tale of a courageous frog who is determined to restore his moat and share the beauty of its water lilies.

The inspiring story of William the Curious tells the tale of William, a brave young frog who lives in the moat of a castle. The Queen of the Land of Far and Wide is a stubborn and impatient ruler who wreaks havoc in her kingdom and demands perfection out of all things. After tossing everything imperfect into the moat, William works up the courage to respectfully approach her, and miraculously opens her eyes to a new world.

This Classic Edition of William the Curious: Knight of the Water Lilies features:
A beautifully designed hardcoverIllustrations by renowned artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Night Before Christmas, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's FablesIs a wonderful gift for young readers for birthdays, holidays, or a Christmas gift
Charles Santore's works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories, including The Little Mermaid, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

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First Edition Dec 2025 Applesauce Press ISBN 1400355931
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Nov 2025 -- Not Selected ISBN B0FVV7MGRB
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