The perfect tale of friendship and adventure for young explorers aged 8+, shortlisted for the 2020 Tir na n-Og Awards.

'So if you're not an animal that's alive today, and you're not an animal that's extinct either, what on earth are you?'

Mari Jones is desperate to be a real scientist, even though she's only eleven. So when she discovers a tiny dragon while fossil hunting on the beach, she's sure she can find a good scientific explanation - as long as she can keep it hidden long enough to study it.

Unfortunately for Mari, this is one secret that doesn't want to be kept. And as she starts to form a deeper bond with the mischievous dragon, she might have to admit that, when it comes to friendship, science might not have all the answers...

'A heart-warming story' - Guardian

'Utterly enchanting' - Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island

'Seamless storytelling interwoven with fascinating science . . . perfect for reading aloud!' - Piers Torday, author of The Lost Magician

How to Train Your Dragon meets The Indian in the Cupboard on a beach in South Wales.

About the Author
When Ed Clarke isn't writing for kids, he is a film and television executive and producer, working with writers to make drama for grown ups. He lives in North London with his wife and two young daughters, who would both desperately like a pet. He realises they may be disappointed now if they get a rabbit rather than a dragon.

Reviews
This is my favourite kind of discovery: An utterly enchanting story, propelled by a clever heroine, a tiny dragon, and huge heart. Warm, witty, and full of excitement. * Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island *
A cracker of a new middle grade adventure . . . Seamless storytelling interwoven with fascinating science, and Gweeb is the most loveable dragon since Pete met Elliott. Perfect for reading aloud! * Piers Torday, author of The Lost Magician *
Wonderful storytelling, a very loveable dragon, some seriously nail-biting moments, and an important message about freedom. Also set in beautiful Wales! Hurray! Loved it. * Eloise Howe, author of Gaslight *
Poignant, enchanting and funny * Lancashire Post *
A fun and pacy adventure * Angels and Urchins *
A heart-warming story * Guardian *



Book Information
ISBN 9780241360514
Author Ed Clarke
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Puffin
Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Weight(grams) 207g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 16mm