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The Paper Girl

Caryl Lewis

£14.99

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Quarto Publishing PLC
8 October 2026
ISBN: 9781805701828
Hardback
64 pages

From the publisher

'A brilliant example of the power of picture books: concept, words, images and design all work together to deliver a message that every girl - every child - needs to hear.' - Nicola Davies

A spellbinding keepsake book about learning to say 'no' and the transformative beauty of becoming who you truly are, brought to life with exquisite papercut artwork.


This is the story of a girl made from paper, who is bright and kind and eager to please.

When she is told she should be beautiful, she folds herself into a flower; when she is told she should be clever, she folds herself into a fox; when she is told she should be a 'shining example to others', she folds herself into a star.

But nothing she does is ever quite enough - until she does something truly beautiful, clever and shiningly wonderful. She says, 'No.'

So unfolds this modern fairy tale, powerfully written by the multi-award-winning author, Caryl Lewis. Her words are paired with exquisite papercut artwork by debut illustrator Kanako Abe.

Packaged as a beautiful hardback - featuring gilded edges, an embossed cover and an intricate diecut design sitting over the title page - this book is suitable for children and adults alike . . . An invitation to celebrate your strength and find your true self.


'Powerful, moving and magical.' - Eloise Williams, inaugural Children's Laureate Wales

'A real work of art with a powerful message about staying true to yourself. This is a book to read, share and treasure.' - Clare Fayers

'A poignant and truly moving tale of empowerment that will speak across generations.' - Sita Brahmachari