All at Once Upon a Time

All at Once Upon a Time is a whimsical and inventive fractured fairy tale by Mara Rockliff, with illustrations by Gladys Jose. This picture book brings a fresh twist to classic fairy tales, blending them all into one chaotic, comical narrative. In this reimagined Fairy Tale Land, familiar characters and stories are happening simultaneously and in completely unexpected ways.

For example, Rapunzel's long hair is overshadowed by her ever-growing nose, which stretches longer with every lie she tells. Meanwhile, Little Red Riding Hood's basket is filled with an odd gift for her grandmother, and Jack's beanstalk leads to some surprising results. The book is filled with surprises on each page, inviting readers to guess what will happen next in this imaginative, humorous world.

Rockliff's creative storytelling, combined with Jose's delightful illustrations, makes All at Once Upon a Time a playful and engaging read-aloud, sure to entertain listeners with its quirky, unpredictable twists on classic tales.