# Transgender Fairy Tales This Transgender Story Introduces Modern Concepts in a Traditional Format By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-11-10 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transgender-story References: [fastcocreate](http://www.fastcocreate.com/3052839/a-transgender-fairy-tale-for-children-brings-a-new-voice-to-an-old-tradition?partner=rss) This transgender story illustrates the life of a young prince who struggles growing up, feeling that he is living a lie and can not eventually rule the kingdom. He runs away to find his grandmother's spirit that allows him to magically transform into a princess. She returns home to be accepted by her parents and continues to rule the kingdom marvelously. 'The Royal Heart' is a timeless story that's not meant only for transgendered children but rather teaches courage, acceptance and love to all kids. While there is a growing movement toward modern gender-neutral stories and toys for children -- the author wanted to write this in a traditional format, using words like "thy" and "shall." Written by actor and author Henry McGoon and illustrated by freelance [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1) artist J. Orr, the transgender story is a masterpiece. Though it has concepts that may be seen as revolutionary by some, the [children's fairy tale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepless-beauty) has the potential to be a [bedtime classic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedtimefable-ai). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Transgender Fairy Tales:** Creating inclusive and diverse storytelling for children by introducing transgender characters in traditional formats. - **Gender-neutral Stories:** Addressing the growing movement towards gender neutrality in children's literature and media. - **Inclusive Toy Industry:** Creating opportunities for the development of inclusive and diverse toys that reflect the experiences of transgender children. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Children's Literature:** Opportunity for authors and publishers to create and promote transgender stories in children's literature. - **Media and Entertainment:** Creating inclusive and diverse content that represents transgender people in a positive and authentic way. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to develop and produce toys that are inclusive and representative of all genders and gender identities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Educational Peanut Butter Storybooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-storybook.md) - [Kid's AI Storytelling Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairy-tales-world-kid-stories.md) - [AI Fairytale Generator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-fairytale-generator.md) - [Custom Storytelling Audios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairy-tales-narrated-with-your-voice.md) - [Personalized Story Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkertell.md) - [Customizable Children's Stories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyland-illustrated-personalized-ebook.md) - [Storybook-Inspired Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mischief-academy.md) - [AI-Generated Bedtime Stories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedtimefable-ai.md) - [Representation-Focused Toy Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laverne-cox-1.md)