Brunhilda and the Viking Princess

By JADE S.B. OLSEN

Brunhilda and the Viking Princess is a thoughtful picture book for children who feel different-and for the adults who want to help them grow with confidence.

Brunhilda is a unicorn who doesn't fit in. While the other unicorns of Unicorn Valley are small, delicate, and sparkling, Brunhilda is large, powerful, and awkward. She is often ignored, whispered about, and quietly excluded-not through cruelty, but through the subtle, familiar ways children learn to shame what looks different.

When princesses arrive to choose their magical unicorn companions, Brunhilda expects to be overlooked once again. Instead, she meets Astrid-a Viking princess in full armor-who sees Brunhilda's strength, kindness, and courage as something to be celebrated.

As their friendship grows, Brunhilda must confront the voices that have told her she is "too much" and learn to trust the belief of someone who values her exactly as she is. When danger threatens Unicorn Valley, Brunhilda's quiet strength becomes its greatest protection.

Written with care and emotional honesty, Brunhilda and the Viking Princess explores themes of self-esteem, body positivity, friendship, and standing up to subtle bullying and body shaming. Its expressive black-and-white pencil illustrations give the story a timeless, gentle tone that invites reflection and discussion.

This book is well suited for:

parents supporting children with self-confidence and identityclassrooms and school librariescounselors, therapists, and social-emotional learning programsread-alouds that encourage empathy and kindness

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GNM37GKT
• ISBN13: 9798244536287
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"