'An intriguing, suspenseful, action-packed and deliciously thrilling mystery, full of Karen Foxlee's trademark heart, wisdom, wit and ingenuity. A gently reassuring and inspiring story about the value of courage, knowledge and kindness. It reminds us that we all have the capacity for bravery, despite our worm holes, worries and monster-shaped fears. Ultimately, we see that truth is at the heart of every monster hunter's search. And that sometimes all we need to do is start - by putting one red sparkly footstep in front of another. Perfect for young fans of The Ghouls of Howlfair by Nick Tomlinson and Jonathan Auxier's The Fabled Stables.' Edwina Wyatt, award-winning author of The Secrets of Magnolia Moon   'The Wrath of the Woolington Wyrm is easily one of the most charming books for young readers I have come across. It has a perfect balance of fun, fantasy, humour and innocence. I think it takes real talent to create something that is exciting/dramatic with a fantasy element without getting too dark. I'm big on keeping things innocent for our kids, while giving them plenty to challenge their imagination and literacy skills. This really hits the sweet spot! Not surprising, really, because Karen Foxlee is a genius.' Katrina Nannestad, author of the Travelling Bookshop series 'A new book by Karen Foxlee is cause for celebration since she is always original, never writes the same story twice, is serious about her themes, and writes about young people and their problems with genuine love, sympathy and understanding ... Foxlee had fun writing this. One of her strengths is creating believable and relatable characters and this book is full of them ... another winner for middle grade readers who enjoy a touch of fantasy in their adventure stories. Special mention to Freda Chiu for her map (all worthwhile fantasy/adventures start with a map) and her expressive black and white line illustrations throughout which added that extra sparkle to a story that engages from the beginning and leaves you wanting more.' Magpies 'I loved this magical story which was full of suspense and adventure. Karen Foxlee is a master storyteller and like her former novel, Dragon Skin, cleverly draws a heroine who, though full of doubt and anxiety, courageously rises to a huge challenge. The plot is fast paced and will keep young readers engaged with themes such as friendship, environmental concerns (saving a fire-breathing serpent's habitat); courage in overcoming fears and building resilience.' Good Reading

Karen Foxlee is an Australian author who writes for both kids and young adults. She grew up in the Australia outback mining town Mount Isa and still frequently dreams she is walking barefoot along the dry Leichhardt River. Ophelia and the Marvellous Boy, Karen's first novel for children, was published internationally to much acclaim while her second novel for younger readers, A Most Magical Girl, won the Readings Children's Fiction Prize and was short-listed for the CBCA Awards. Her next book Lenny's Book of Everything won multiple awards including the NSW Premier's Literary Award, the Queensland Literary Award, the Indies Book Award, was a CBCA Honour Book and was nominated for the Carnegie Medal. Her latest middle-grade novel, Dragon Skin, was short-listed for the CBCA Awards, the NSW Premier's Literary Awards, the Aurealis Awards and the Indie Book Awards. Freda Chiu is an author and illustrator from Sydney, Australia. As well as illustrating children's books, her work spans comics, editorial and retail graphics. Outside her art practice, Freda lectures in Illustration at the University of Technology Sydney. Her debut picture book, A Trip to the Hospital, was short-listed for the CBCA Award for New Illustrator and the IBBY Australia Ena Nol Award.