From the bestselling author ofRise of the Rocket Girls, the untold, "richly detailed" story of the women of Walt Disney Studios, who shaped the iconic films that have enthralled generations (Margot Lee Shetterly, New York Timesbestselling author ofHidden Figures).FromSnow WhitetoMoana, fromPinocchiotoFrozen, the animated films of Walt Disney Studios have moved and entertained millions. But few fans know that behind these groundbreaking features was an incredibly influential group of women who fought for respect in an often ruthless male-dominated industry and who have slipped under the radar for decades. InThe Queens of Animation, bestselling author Nathalia Holt tells their dramatic stories for the first time, showing how these women infiltrated the boys' club of Disney's story and animation departments and used early technologies to create the rich artwork and unforgettable narratives that have become part of the American canon. As the influence of Walt Disney Studios grew - and while battling sexism, domestic abuse, and workplace intimidation - these women also fought to transform the way female characters are depicted to young audiences. With gripping storytelling, and based on extensive interviews and exclusive access to archival and personal documents, The Queens of Animationreveals the vital contributions these women made to Disney's Golden Age and their continued impact on animated filmmaking, culminating in the record-shatteringFrozen, Disney's first female-directed full-length feature film. A Best Book of 2019:Library Journal, Christian Science Monitor, andFinancial Times | The Queens of Animation by Nathalia Holt, Paperback | Indigo Chapters