![]() ![]() JT: For the brothers, I was inspired by my own brothers! They all contrast with Robin they have different personalities, but she’s the exciting one. GM: Paul, Matt, Lee, and Omar act not only as friends but also as a window into other parts of the world for Robin. For Robin, I was inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice, Little Red Riding Hood, Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstockings, Miette from The City of Lost Children, and Mathilda from Luc Besson’s Leon. But I wanted to create something different, with an unconventional princess. ![]() Johan Troïanowski: I love stories with princesses, sorcerers, and other fantastic creatures. GeekMom: What made you decide to center the book on a princess? What went into Robin’s creation-her personality and her look? In an email interview, I asked Troïanowski some questions that went into the creation of the Runaway Princess. Is it Robin’s wonderful curiosity? The fun supporting cast? Or the painted-style artwork with lush colors that practically seeps from the page?īut, most importantly, it succeeds as a story for younger readers and becomes one that older readers (including moms) can enjoy as well, especially since certain section invites readers to interact with the story. ![]() I’m torn between what the best part of the Runaway Princess is. And, naturally, she’s right, though even the intrepid Robin couldn’t have predicted the adventures she encounters or the people she meets on the way. Most of all, Robin’s bored of all the dull princessing things she’s been doing and decides there must be more to the world than her castle. Robin, the Runaway Princess of Johan Troïanowski’s delightful new graphic story for kids, is not so much a runaway princess as an exploring princess. ![]()
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