The Dragon and the Nibblesome Knight by Elli Woollard

When a kind-hearted young boy helps an unusual little bird, a tender friendship begins. They play, laugh and share adventures, completely unaware of one important truth: one of them is a young knight, and the other is a young dragon.

As their secret identities are revealed, the two friends must face a big question. If knights and dragons are meant to be enemies, are they destined to fight, or can friendship change the story?

The Dragon and the Nibblesome Knight is a bold, funny and deeply heartwarming picture book that gently challenges ideas about labels, rivalry and expectations. With playful rhyming text by Elli Woollard and warm, expressive illustrations by Benji Davies, this modern fairy tale celebrates empathy, kindness and choosing friendship over conflict.

Why we and schools love this book

• Promotes empathy and peaceful problem-solving, ideal for social and emotional learning.
• Playful rhyme and rich illustrations make it perfect for engaging read-aloud sessions.
• Challenges traditional fairy-tale roles, encouraging children to think beyond stereotypes.

Written by Elli Woollard, Illustrated by Benji Davies, Published by Pan Macmillan
Paperback | 32 pages