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The Dragonsitter

by Josh Lacey, illustrated by Garry Parsons

Interest age: 6+
Reading age: 7+

Published by Andersen Press, 2012

  • Chapter books
  • Funny

About this book

Eddie's uncle has gone on holiday and he has left his dragon behind for Eddie to look after.

But dragons aren’t like other pets. For example, dragons eat fridges and pet rabbits. They don't like postmen. Or cats. And they DEFINITELY aren't house trained...

As events spiral out of control (or get gobbled up or set on fire), Eddie desperately emails his uncle for help. But why won't his uncle write back? Unlike the dragon, has Eddie bitten off more than he can chew?!

From catastrophe to worse, this is the madcap and giggle-inducing story of how to tackle a pet with a difference, with energetic drawings to match.

About the author

Josh Lacey is the author of The Dragonsitter, The Island of Thieves 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. He lives in London with his wife and daughter.

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