Author: Yarlett, Emma

Picture storybooks

Published on 6 April 2023 by Walker Books Ltd in the United Kingdom as part of ‘The Post Bag’ series.

Paperback | 32 pages
232 x 232 x 2 | 236g

A fiery story about friendship and asking for help from award-winning author-illustrator Emma Yarlett.

An adorable story Mail on Sunday[] an ultimately uplifting treat and one that will remain with the adult reader The Big IssueOne day Alex finds a dragon living under his stairs. He isn’t sure what to do – but luckily he knows just who to ask for help. Open the envelopes and read the hilarious letters Alex receives from the fire brigade, the butcher and more as he tries to take care of his new friend. Who would have thought having a dragon for a pet would be so tricky? A joyful, touching and vibrantly illustrated interactive book.

PRAISE FOR DRAGON POSTthere is much fire-breathing comedy and five urgent letters to open. The Evening StandardThis is a delightful picture book with an extra element of brilliance in the five letters included in the book, which are utterly hilarious, clever, beautifully produced and full of puns and character. BookTrustThis book became, within two readings, a firm favourite in our house. It is pure pleasure to see a new children’s book that combines spark with sincerity, and humour with humanity. More like this please! Armadillo***Lift the flaps to read the magical letters and collect the rest of the Post Bag series:UNICORN POST A magical story about a quick-thinking little girl and a unicornSANTA POST A festive story about finding the perfect present A joyful picture book. The Bookseller MONSTER POST A hilarious novelty book about a quick-thinking child and a soft-hearted beast ‘A riotous picture book party.’ The Guardian Review