Dragons at Crumbling Castle: And Other Tales

Book Synopsis: From a New York Times–bestselling author, fourteen funny, illustrated fantasy tales for kids, featuring colorful characters and creatures. This collection of fourteen funny and inventive tales by acclaimed author Sir Terry Pratchett, creator of the beloved and bestselling Discworld fantasy series, features a memorable cast of inept wizards, sensible heroes, and unusually adventuresome tortoises. Including more than one hundred black-and-white illustrations, the appealingly designed book celebrates Pratchett’s inimitable wordplay and irreverent approach to the conventions of storytelling. These accessible and mischievous tales are an ideal introduction for young readers to this beloved author. Established fans of Pratchett’s work will savor the playful presentation of the themes and ideas that inform his popular novels. Join the adventure of Sir Terry’s silliest stories in The Witch’s Vacuum Cleaner! Praise for Dragons at Crumbling Castle: “Juvenilia from a genius, showing bright signs of future masterworks.” —Kirkus Reviews. “This collection of short stories is eerily reminiscent of Roald Dahl’s tales of humor and irony, while the illustrations are remarkably similar to Quentin Blake’s. The oddness of the stories makes them funny and unique.” —School Library Journal. Read more