“Miss Cinnamon” is a series of books by the Italian author Luigi Ballerini—an incredibly tasty literary tale: wise, inspiring, and full of warmth. Miss Cinnamon is an unusual confectioner. She makes desserts “to individual measurements” and can cheer up and help practically anyone—yet her support isn’t about stuffing her own problems with sweets. While the desserts here do play a major role (you could even say the fairy tale helps young readers and their parents learn something new about cooking, the art of preparing beautifully, and the confectioner’s craft), the book gradually teaches compassion, care for loved ones, and quick wit, as well as not being afraid to make important decisions. What seems difficult can turn out to be quite doable—just pay a visit to the kind and brave Miss Cinnamon.