In "Frankly, I'd Rather Spin Myself a New Name: The Story of Rumpelstiltskin as Told by Rumpelstiltskin," readers are introduced to the classic fairy tale from a fresh perspective. Rumpelstiltskin, often portrayed as a villain, narrates his own story, revealing his motivations and the unfairness he faces. Through his eyes, we learn about the pressures of spinning straw into gold and the desperate measures he takes to secure his identity and freedom. This retelling explores themes of misunderstanding and the complexities of character, inviting readers to reconsider the beloved tale and the nature of its characters. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called The Other Side .

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Capstone Press .

Rebecca Langston-George is the author of 12 books including The Booth Brothers: Drama, Fame, and the Death of President Lincoln. She received the Armin R. Schulz Literacy Award from the California Reading Association in 2016 for writing that promotes social justice. Rebecca lives in Bakersfield, California. Janna Rose Bock is a freelance illustrator in Long Beach, California. She earned a BFA in illustration from California State University, Long Beach, and later continued her education at Concept Design Academy in Pasadena. She specializes in digital illustration and whimsical stylized illustrations. Jessica Gunderson grew up in the small town of Washburn, North Dakota. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of North Dakota and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has written more than fifty books for young readers. Her book Ropes of Revolution won the 2008 Moonbeam Award for best graphic novel. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and cat.