A principal dancer with the Royal Ballet, Steven McRae introduces young readers to ballet―bigger and bolder than they’ve ever experienced Enter the studio with Steven McRae and master everything from the basic positions to performing the most expressive of jumps with step-by-step instructions and glorious illustrations throughout. Steven’s journey through the world of ballet has been anything but ordinary, and this is a companion book with a difference. Woven through the personal anecdotes on self-care, resilience, and self-belief is the book’s central a message: Ballet is for absolutely everyone, including you! Anything Is Possible with Ballet is an inspiring guide that takes readers on a journey through the world of ballet, demonstrating how this beautiful art form can empower individuals to achieve their dreams. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, this book offers valuable insights, practical tips, and motivational stories that will help you harness the discipline, grace, and strength of ballet to overcome challenges and reach new heights in life. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, expert advice, and actionable techniques, readers will explore the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of ballet. From mastering pirouettes to building confidence on stage, this book celebrates the elegance and resilience that ballet instills in its practitioners. Perfect for dancers of all ages and backgrounds, this book also serves as a motivational tool for anyone seeking personal growth through artistic expression. It’s a tribute to the timeless beauty of ballet and its power to inspire, heal, and transform. Steven McRae is a principal dancer at the Royal Ballet in London. At the height of his career, he snapped his Achilles tendon on stage and was told he’d never dance again. His extraordinary comeback, in which he defied the odds to return to the stage, is the subject of the forthcoming Netflix documentary Resilient Man . Originally from Australia, he lives in London with his wife and three children. Margaux Carpentier is an illustrator and designer whose work is inspired by the infinite combinations of colors offered by the world and whose images transcribe the choreography of living things. Her clients include Liberty’s, Kiehl’s, Djeco, and the BBC. Originally from France, she lives and works in London.