In "Crown Me!" by Kathryn Lay, the story centers around a spirited young girl named Katie who dreams of becoming a queen. As she navigates her way through a whimsical world filled with quirky characters and enchanting adventures, Katie learns about the importance of friendship, self-acceptance, and believing in herself. When faced with challenges that test her courage and determination, she discovers what true leadership means and that royalty comes from within. This charming tale celebrates the journey of finding one's voice and embracing individuality, encouraging readers to pursue their dreams with heart and resilience. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 202 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Holiday House .

Kathryn Lay is a full-time writer and instructor. She has taught writing classes at www. coffeehouseforwriters. com and regularly speaks to libraries, schools, bookstores, and at writers' conferences. Her book Crown Me! has been awarded the 2004 Best Juvenile Book from the Oklahoma Writers' Federation, Inc. and the 2005 Golden Spur Award. Lay has published more than fourteen hundred articles, essays, and stories for children's and adult magazines and anthologies, including Highlights for Children, Woman's Day, Jack & Jill, U. S. Kids, Pockets, Cricket, Spider, The Writer, Writer's Digest, Boys' Life, Children's Book Insider, Spellbound, Wee Ones, Hopscotch, Teen Power, Teen Life, Children's Playmate, and the SCBWI Bulletin, among others. Lay resides in Arlington, Texas. Katy Bratun's art has appeared in picture books, advertisements, greeting cards, puzzles, posters, museum banners, stickers, kids' craft projects, and game boards. She enjoys talking about the creation of picture books to children in school and library settings. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and belongs to the Picture Book Artists Association. She resides in Salem, Massachusetts.