Chancellor pens his first book for children

23 Feb 2022

Don't Ask The Dragon by Chancellor Lemn Sissay is a heartwarming tale of friendship and longing

The beautifully-illustrated book follows young Alem as he goes on an adventure seeking advice from a number of animals about what to do on his birthday. 

Don't Ask The Dragon is poet and broadcaster Lemn's first book for children, and it features illustrations by Greg Hobbs. It is recommended for children aged 3 to 5.

Reviews

"A stunning new rhyming folk tale for our time, about someone who wonders where is home. The answer is surprising but it tells us all, from the youngest reader to the oldest that you can find home so long as you've got friends. It's moving, loveable and philosophical, in other words, great mind-soup!" - Michael Rosen

"The story is perfectly matched by the wonderful illustrations and I love the message of home being inside you" - Malorie Blackman, author of Noughts and Crosses

• The Book Trust is giving away three copies of Don't Ask The Dragon - to be in with a chance of winning, visit their website.