The Dragon Slayer - by Tatyana Feeney (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Freya has everything that a young girl could want: a library full of books, lots of marshmallows and a pretty cool crown. But what she wants most in the world is a dragon ... to slay! Nearby, a dragon dreams of one day finding a girl ... to eat!"--

Book Synopsis

Girl meets dragon (with marshmallows?) in this funny, modern fairy tale from Tatyana Feeney, perfect for fans of The Princess and the Pony and The Paper Bag Princess.

Freya lives in a castle where she has everything a girl could want - loving parents, loads of books AND marshmallows. But what she really wants is a dragon ... to slay. Freya doesn't understand why it's always knights who get to be brave, bold dragon slayers, so one morning she decides to go and slay one for herself. Unbeknownst to her, a dragon, tired of a steady diet of too-crunchy knights, happens to be looking for a sweet and tender girl to eat. Surely, when the two come face to face, a mighty battle will ensue! Or will it?

This charming picture book by CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal-nominee Tatyana Feeney features a strong, independent heroine with a kind heart. Humorously defying expectations, Freya teaches readers about courage, friendship and following your own path in life.

Review Quotes

This is a fun tale to include in imaginative fantasy storybook collections for young children.--Children's Literature

... a good introduction to conversations with young children about not having to conform to gender roles and to strive to be who they want to be.--ABQLA

About the Author

Tatyana Feeney is the author-illustrator of Little Owl's Orange Scarf, which was nominated for the prestigious CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal. Her picture book Small Bunny's Blue Blanket was nominated for the Waterstones Book Prize. Originally from North Carolina, she now lives with her family in County Meath, Ireland.