Dragon Was Terrible [Hardcover]

We all know dragons are terrible, but this one isespeciallyterrible. He scribbles in books. He steals candy from baby unicorns. He even burps in church. Seriously, who does that? Dragon, that's who. The king, the knights, and the villagers are desperate to take down this beast once and for all. But sometimes it's up to the unlikeliest of heroes to tame a dragon this terrible.

Kelly DiPucchiois the author of several children's books, includingEveryone Loves Bacon,Gaston, andZombie in Love. She lives in southeastern Michigan.

Greg Pizzoliis an author, illustrator, and screen printer from Philadelphia. He is the author and illustrator ofThe Watermelon Seed.

An unruly dragon is tamed by the power of books. in this witty story that is perfect for dragon fans and book lovers alike.

In naive, flattened cartoons, Pizzoli mixes modern and medieval with aplomb as Dragon TPs a castle and spray paints Dragon was here on a wall underneath a posted notice from the king promising a reward to whomever stops Dragon. These pictures, combined with DiPucchios clearly disapproving narrator make Dragons transgressions all the funnier. PW

In this comical tale, one kingdom is fed up with its disobedient dragon. This book may seem like your classic bad dragon gone terrible tale, complete with a king, a castle, and knights, but the text and illustrations work together to offer readers a different storyone that is modern and timeless. Perhaps the books most remarkable feat is its ability to gently and humorously suggest alternative, peaceable methods for dealing with negative emotions and destructive behavior while also reminding readers of the cathartic power of a good story. This is one terribly good dragon tale that will leave readers laughing and with an appreciation for the healing power of a good book. Kirkus starred review

Funny details abound in Pizzolis cartoon illustratiolÇ