Kelly Ward-Wills – författare

Dragons are deeply embedded in the folklore of the British countryside, their presence echoing through the history of countless hamlets and villages. These mythical creatures snarl from church carvings, linger in the traditions of mumming plays and pageants, and live on in the stories passed down through generations. Tracing their remnants—whether in art, legend, or ritual—offers more than just a fascinating pursuit; it provides a window into the lives, beliefs, and practices of our rural ancestors. To them, dragons symbolized evil and destruction, embodying the fears and challenges of their time.This updated edition of Here Be Dragons is meticulously illustrated by Welsh artist, Rowynn Ellis, reviving a classic piece of British history. Here Be Dragons contains over 28 mesmerizing illustrations in which dragons are brought to life in vibrant colour and detailed sketches 59 engravings and photographs from the original book blend with art to create this invaluable resource for folklorists and would-be dragon-hunters alike.

Deep-sea exploration can begin at even the earliest age . . .Let's go deeper! What animals live in the deepest depths of the ocean? This book brings these rarely seen creatures—some that glow, some that hunt more than a mile below the surface, and one with eyes as big as your head!—to full-colour life, for little eyes and little hands to enjoy.A perfect first deep dive into the ocean to spark curiosity about the incredible creatures that share our planet.

Full of short, simple facts about creatures that lurk in the dark that will inform and delight babies, kids, and parents! Mysterious creatures roam the earth in the dark of night. Each animal has a unique ability Some use heightened senses to make their way in the night and some use the dark to their advantage. This book brings these creatures, rarely seen in the light of day, to full-colour life for little eyes and little hands so that exploring our landscapes at night can begin at even the earliest age. From the pangolin to the yellow-winged bat, this beautifully illustrated, full-color non-fiction board book reveals the hidden world in the darkest night. Part of Eye of Newt's Yikes! Discovery series, aimed to spark an early curiosity for the wonderful animals we share the planet with.

Monstrous beasts love nothing more than a good old-fashioned fright!Monsters love to play with their beloved friends in the darkest hours of night. But as houses get older, their children do too. And that creatures don’t like in the least. In the oldest houses you’ll find things far worse than bugs. A house that’s lived enough years will gather in its eaves a crew of several monstrous things that settle and won’t leave, waiting for their favourite friends. They moan and scratch and knock the walls. They rattle in the drains. When little humans shake with fear, they think, “Well, that was a very fun game!” Because the older kids get the less they believe in their moaning, groaning feats--and soon all those creatures are simply left alone in a household of unloved beasts.Playful, alliterative text that highlights one monstrous ghoul for each letter of the alphabet takes readers through the corners and crannies of an old house peopled with sad and unwanted monsters lamenting the loss of their playmates. Until one of them realizes there are more ways than one to have their fearful fun.