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Attack of the Underwear Dragon

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Attack of the Underwear Dragon is a charming children's story about a young knight named Sir Cole who dreams of helping his hero, Sir Percival. When a fearsome dragon clad in underwear threatens the kingdom, Sir Cole must rise to the occasion despite the odds. The tale combines humour, courage, and a touch of whimsy, appealing to young readers with themes of bravery and teamwork.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a sense of humour and love creative adventures. Perfect for children, it combines the whimsy of dragons with an unlikely twist, igniting imaginations and delivering delightful surprises. The vibrant illustrations further bring this fantastical tale to life, making it a fun read for both kids and parents alike.

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Brave knights, fire-breathing dragons, and underwear—every kid's favourite things in one paperback picture book illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald!

In Attack of the Underwear Dragon, one young knight takes on a mighty dragon to save the kingdom. The book features playful illustrations from Pete Oswald, the #1 New York Times bestselling artist of The Bad Seed.

Cole's wish comes true when he becomes an Assistant Knight to Sir Percival, his favourite knight of King Arthur's Round Table. Cole learns how to ride a horse, swing a sword, cheer for Sir Percival when he goes to battle, and bandage his boo-boos when the battle is over. Cole loves practising every skill a Knight-in-Training must master and he is determined to be granted knighthood.

Sir Percival is a great knight in every way, except for one thing—he is terrified that an Underwear Dragon will come and destroy the kingdom. But when the unthinkable happens, Cole is the only knight left standing (and just an assistant knight at that!). Cole must use all of his newly acquired skills to battle the fearsome dragon and avoid a catastrophe. Luckily, an unfortunate underwear mishap changes everything and Cole triumphs in this hilarious and triumphant tale! Kids of all ages will recognise themselves in our pint-sized hero.

Don't miss the fun and silly sequel, Return of the Underwear Dragon!

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Attack of the Underwear Dragon is praised for its charming tale of a knight with engaging illustrations and a lively, humorous narrative. Reviewers highlight its entertaining action, likening it to an animated cartoon that keeps readers amused. The book’s humour and imaginative story make it a delightful read for children.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593569337

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

About the Author

SCOTT ROTHMAN is a writer of humor pieces and screenplays, including Draft Day and Army of One, both of which he cowrote with Rajiv Joseph. Scott is a graduate of Colby College and received an MFA in dramatic writing from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. His humor writing has appeared in various publications, including the New Yorker, GQ, and McSweeney's. He lives in Connecticut with his wife and three children. PETE OSWALD is the New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg, as well as The Bad Seed, which was an Amazon Best Children's Book of the Year in 2017 and an indie favorite. He has worked as a character designer, a concept artist, and an art director on many popular films including Madagascar 2, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and Angry Birds.

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