Stories about princesses that are not like Disney princesses 2026

Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Little Mermaid, Jasmine, Esmeralda, Tiana, Ana and Elsa... “Disney Princesses” is probably one of the most powerful brands, even if it is not such, in the children's entertainment industry. Their secret, surely, is that they have been in our homes longer than we have, so they are an ingrained part of our culture. Who doesn't have fond memories of these, and other, Mickey Mouse Factory movies (and stories)?

Proof of the fame of their princesses is that there are always plenty of them at costume parties and carnivals and that in many homes, children inherit the collection of classic Disney stories from their parents or uncles. It seems as if there were no more fairy tale princesses than these, but that is not true, fortunately. And we don't say this because we are against Disney's, but plurality and variety is always good news, and at least in children's literature this is a reality.

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It is good because girls and boys enrich their vision from stories told from different points of view. After all, the Disney scheme is very recognizable in most of its stories, each one adjusted to the historical context of the moment in which they were created, a detail that we adults should not lose sight of when we see them through the current prism. Completing the historical review that Disney has done of the “Princess” concept is something that can be done by incorporating stories into your children's library that address it in a different way. And, truly, there are fantastic titles, the vast majority of which are also really fun for adults who help educate about equality.

Opening the doors of their mental universe to diverse references, different personalities from which they can extract positive things, through reading is a very powerful tool for children to begin to flirt naturally and almost without realizing it with reflection and a critical look, two aspects that will be fundamental throughout their lives to be able to form their own vision of things.

The rebellious princess

"Forget pretty dresses, fairy tales, weddings and big balls. Princess Susana is into adventure, mischief and unusual friends," reads the synopsis of this story that will delight boys and girls ages 6 and up.

Publisher:Blume

Price:11.31 euros

Is there anything more boring than being a pink princess?

Carlota was a princess with a closet full of pink clothes. But she wanted to wear blue, green, red, yellow... and not have to kiss toads to find a prince. This is the approach of this book with which girls from 6 years old will see that it is not so fun to be a storybook princess.

Publisher:Thule

Price:11.40 euros

Princesses fart too

Princesses are human too and that means they can have gastrointestinal problems from time to time. That's why Laura, the protagonist of this story, wants to know if Cinderella, Snow White or the Little Mermaid farted at some point. Suitable for ages 6 and up.

Publisher:Algar

Price:15.15 euros

The boring princess

Suitable for ages 3 to 5, this story is a way for the little ones in the house to see that the mission of girls is not to wait for a handsome prince to come and marry them, but that it is much better to choose their own path, study and decide for themselves what they really want in life.

Publisher:SM

Price:6.17 euros

Once upon a time there was a princess who saved herself

For older children, ages 12 and up, this book full of inspiring stories and careful illustrations shows how you can change the endings of the stories and write together a story of equality.

Publisher:Ink Cloud

Price:16.10 euros

The princess does not

Martín Badía is the author of this book with beautiful illustrations that tells the story of a princess willing to break all the stereotypes that she is expected to comply with.

Publisher:Beascoa

Price:16.10 euros

The Swordswoman Princess

A nonconformist princess whose dream is to be a pirate. This is the premise of this story with which Hollie Hughes invites us little ones to pursue their dreams without being conditioned by social pressures and stereotypes. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.

Publisher:Picarona

Price:11.40 euros

The princess and the pony

Another story that demystifies classic princess stories is The Princess and the Pony, which tells the fun adventures of a girl named Pinecone. For ages 3 and up.

Publisher:Astronave

Price:13.25 euros

The Pea Princess

For children from 6 to 8 years old, this book is indicated, which is part of the Calacuentos collection and which, through the experiences of Clara, Nico and their friends, will convey to children values ​​such as tolerance, empathy and effort.  optimism, tolerance, effort and empathy!

Publisher:San Pablo.

Price:8.07 euros.

graceless princess

For older children, ages 9 and up, this saga of stories about Gracia, a student at the Cien Torreones school who wants to be a princess, make friends and ride a unicorn, is indicated. Will he get it?

Publisher:RBA

Price:11.40 euros