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Dragons Are the Worst!

By Alex Willan
Series: The Worst! Series
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Dragons Are the Worst! by Alex Willan is a delightful children's story about the challenges and humorous antics of dealing with dragons. The main character, Herbert, finds himself up against these mythical creatures, revealing that perhaps dragons might not be as daunting as they seem. With vibrant illustrations and hilarious twists, the book delivers a fun and engaging adventure for young readers.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you love playful tales featuring reluctant heroes and mythical creatures. Packed with humour and charming illustrations, it’s perfect for young readers who delight in quirky characters and adventure-filled stories.

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Dragons Are the Worst!

An uproariously funny picture book about Gilbert the Goblin.

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Mo Willems meets Bob Shea in this uproariously funny picture book about Gilbert the Goblin from the creator of Unicorns Are the Worst!.

Gilbert the Goblin is absolutely, definitely, one-hundred-percent certain that dragons are the worst.

They burn down everything in sight and they hoard all the gold. They melt every ice cream cone within a mile radius, and everyone is afraid of them. But really, it’s the dragons who should be afraid of Gilbert and his tremendous goblin power!

…right?

Series: The Worst! Series

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Dragons Are the Worst! by Alex Willan is praised for its humorous take on mythical creatures, captivating young readers with its delightful illustrations and engaging storytelling. The book is commended for its ability to entertain while delivering a playful twist on dragon tales, making it a favourite among children and parents alike. Its whimsical humour and charming plot offer a fun and imaginative experience for young audiences exploring the joys and challenges of dealing with dragons.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781534485112

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 October 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Illustration: f-c; spfx: print over foil, sculpt emboss, foam uv, spot gloss uv; case: foam uv and spot gloss uv

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Alex Willan

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 40

Collections

Alex Willan Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: The Worst! Series

About the Author

If it was Alex Willan, and not Gilbert the Goblin, who was in charge of writing the stories, he’d make a book called Anchovies are the Worst!. Alex is the author-illustrator of the Worst! picture book series and the Jasper & Ollie series, as well as the illustrator of Got Your Nose, written by Alan Katz. Alex lives in Chicago with his dog, Harley, who is the absolute best. Visit him online at AlexWillan.com.

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