LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
Shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2013 A welcome return to this series, previously shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Book Prize. Edward Pickle-Smith writes to his Uncle Morton to ask him why his dragons have arrived unexpectedly. How can he persuade his Uncle Morton to come and fetch them? Edward has done dragon sitting before and knows just what a handful his charges can be! Taking them to a castle in Wales seems like a good idea but even there the dragons can get into lots of trouble.
***In addition to a review by our Lovereading4kids editorial expert some children on our Lovereading4kids Reader Review Panel were lucky enough to read and review one of the titles in the Dragonsitter series - Dragonsitter's Island. They loved it. Click here to read their reviews.
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The Dragonsitter's Castle Synopsis
Dear Uncle Morton, Your dragons are still here. They have eaten the entire contents of the fridge and most of the tins in the cupboard too. Arthur also swallowed three spoons and the remote control. Mum says they will probably come out the other end, but I'm not really looking forward to that.
When Eddie has to take Uncle Morton's dragons away with him in the Christmas holidays - it's not long before they're causing all sorts of mischief again! Dragonsitting isn't getting any easier for Eddie. A castle, a sneezing dragon and a big box of fireworks. Looks like the new year is going to start with a bang! Illustrated throughout by Garry Parsons - the perfect young reader package. Book one in this mini series was incredibly well received on publication:
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9781849397698 |
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3rd October 2013 |
| Author: |
Josh Lacey |
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Andersen Press Ltd |
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Paperback |
| Pagination: |
50 pages |
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The Dragonsitter Series |
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Press Reviews
Josh Lacey Press Reviews
PRAISE FOR THE DRAGONSITTER:
‘Short, sharp and funny’ Telegraph
‘Will entertain any child of 7+’ The Times
‘Ideal for young or reluctant readers and belly-busting laughter for all the family’ We Love This Book
‘Josh Lacey’s comic timing is impeccable . . .This witty little book deserves to be read and reread’ Books for Keeps
‘An enjoyable tale.’ Independent, 50 Best Winter Reads
‘Hilarious story full of useful tips for the dragon-minder.’ Julia Eccleshare, Lovereading
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About Josh Lacey
Josh Lacey is the author of many books for children including The Island of Thieves, Bearkeeper, The Dragonsitter and the Grk series. He has worked as a journalist and written one book for adults, God is Brazilian. His first book for children, A Dog Called Grk, was shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award and is written under the pseudonym Joshua Doder.
Josh lives in London with his wife and daughters.
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