Riso Books Releases Bilingual Children's Book on Queen Saint Isabel of Portugal

Riso Books announced the release of 'Miracle of the Roses / O Milagre das Rosas' on May 3, 2026, in Livermore, California. The bilingual Portuguese-English children's book introduces young readers to Queen Saint Isabel of Portugal. Benzinga reported that the book is the first of its kind to present her life to a young audience.

The illustrated book recounts the legend of the Miracle of the Roses involving Queen Isabel. In the legend, her secret acts of charity were revealed through a miracle. Queen Isabel served as a benefactor to the sick and poor, according to details in the announcement.

Queen Isabel also acted as a peacemaker. The book describes how she promised the Holy Spirit to help prevent a war. She then hosted a feast for the entire village to bring her community together. That feast tradition continues in Portuguese communities across the diaspora.

Riso Books stated that the story highlights her legacy of kindness, faith, generosity, and peacemaking. The publisher focuses on bilingual Portuguese and English children’s books that celebrate culture, language, and storytelling. Through its pages, the book invites children and families to explore values of generosity, humility, and compassion.

Benzinga reported that the work shares the powerful moment of the miracle and her role in community unity. Riso Books described the book as thoughtfully designed to engage young readers.