Abstract
<p><em>The Royals on West Ave </em>is a middle grade fiction novel centered around eleven year old Danielle, a girl who finds herself in a royal palace after her father disappears. Danielle’s unique world has many elements of fantasy such as witches and mermaids; however, it is also based in reality and with modern technology such as cars and televisions. Danielle’s journey throughout the story centers around her personal growth through finding independence, picking up a new skill that challenges her, and discovering the true meaning of friends and family.</p>
