Author Profile
Alastair Chisholm
13 Books
Alastair Chisholm is a children's author known for his engaging middle-grade science fiction and fantasy novels. His popular works include the "Dragon Storm" series, "Adam-2", and "Orion Lost", as well as lively picture books like "Inch and Grub". He frequently writes fast-paced adventures that captivate young and transitional readers.
Jamie wants a bedtime story, but not a plain one. It needs a prince, a witch, a thief, and bears. More bears, actually.
Dad begins with something that sounds like an old fairy tale, but Jamie keeps adding ideas. Soon the story is bursting with a dangerous witch, a jewel-thief princess, a broccoli-wielding ninja frog, dragons, wolves, and plenty of chaos. The tale Dad planned is gone, replaced by something much funnier and much more Jamie.
The Prince and the Witch and the Thief and the Bears is a lively picture book about shared storytelling and imagination. It is perfect for readers who like silly fairy tale twists, bedtime stories that refuse to behave, and families making up adventures together.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Cara and Silverthief have always trusted each other more than anyone else. They are a perfect team, quick, careful, and used to staying safe without help from other dragonseers.
Then they uncover a frightening secret. Something about the Guild does not add up, and Cara is determined to find out what is being hidden. But the danger is too big for one girl and one dragon to face alone. For the first time, Cara may have to decide who else deserves her trust.
This Dragon Storm adventure is a magical illustrated chapter book full of dragons, secrets, and fast action. It is a strong pick for young fantasy readers who enjoy brave heroes, loyal animal companions, and stories about learning that teamwork can be a kind of strength.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
150 Pages
Erin and her dragon, Rockhammer, have a fiery bond, but that does not always make things easy. After a fight with another dragonster, they are sent to a quiet place called Stillness, where Erin begins to learn a different kind of strength.
At Stillness, Erin discovers a magical stone that helps her calm her racing feelings. But peace does not last. Dangerous soldiers arrive, and Erin must call on Rockhammer, her courage, and her growing self-control to protect what she loves.
This Dragon Storm story mixes dragon action with an emotional journey about anger, bravery, and learning how to steady yourself when everything feels intense. It is an illustrated chapter book for readers who enjoy magical adventures with heart.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Kai and his dragon, Boneshadow, are used to practicing their powers in the hidden safety of Guild Hall. Then the royal prince summons the dragonseers to the palace, and secrecy suddenly becomes much harder to protect.
At the palace, Kai searches for a dragon he believes may be hidden there. Instead, he finds a secret lair, a strange potion, and a dark force that seems to call to him. The potion makes him feel stronger and more confident, but Boneshadow senses danger.
This Dragon Storm adventure brings together palace secrets, dragon magic, and the risk of wanting power too much. It is an exciting illustrated chapter book for readers who like fantasy action with mystery, temptation, and a loyal dragon at the hero’s side.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
155 Pages
Jump into the story
It is a rainy day, and Jamie and Abby are completely bored. Their dad is trying to work from home, but he realizes he has to entertain them. He starts telling a wild story about the greatest heroes in the cosmos.
Why you will love it
When the evil Forces of Greyness attacks the universe, the Star Defenders are almost defeated. There is only one team left to call to save the day: the Space Pirate Bears! But before they can stop the villains, Jamie, Abby, and Dad have to agree on exactly who these mysterious bears really are.
The perfect read
This hilarious adventure is all about the magic of storytelling and the fun of using your imagination. It is a wonderful mix of space travel, funny aliens, and family moments that will keep you giggling.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Jamie and Abby want a campfire story, and they know exactly what it needs: a prince, a princess, a witch, an ogre, some bears, and one very important frog.
As Dad tells the tale, the story grows sillier, wilder, and more heroic. The kingdom is in trouble because a terrible ogre has stolen all the keys. Doors will not open, homes are locked, and even the horses cannot get started. The brave heroes must sneak into the ogre’s castle to set things right.
But when the danger gets truly big, the smallest hero may be the one who matters most. Funny, fast, and full of playful storytelling, this picture book celebrates imagination, family time, and the joy of adding just one more idea.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Connor and his dragon, Lightspirit, are part of the secret world of dragonseers, where hidden powers and dangerous enemies are never far away. When trouble reaches the Guild, Connor must discover what kind of courage his bond with Lightspirit can give him.
Like the other Dragon Storm adventures, this story sends a young hero and a powerful dragon into a world where dragons are feared, secrets must be protected, and every choice can affect the safety of the Guild. Connor will need bravery, trust, and quick thinking to face the danger ahead.
An illustrated chapter book for young fantasy readers, Connor and Lightspirit offers dragon magic, adventure, and the excitement of discovering a special power when it is needed most.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Moira Coo may live in a field like the other Highland cows, but her dreams are much bigger than the fence. One day she imagines herself as a race car driver. Another day she is a dancer. In Moira’s mind, she can be bold, graceful, speedy, and free.
Then the other cows laugh, and Moira begins to feel like she should stop dreaming so loudly. It may take one small voice of encouragement to help her remember that big hopes are worth holding on to.
Warm, funny, and uplifting, Moira Coo is a picture book about confidence, imagination, and daring to be more than others expect. It is a lovely choice for children who enjoy animal stories with humor and heart.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Mira is happiest when gears, wheels, and clever fixes are involved. So when the machine that powers the Dragonseer Guild Hall breaks down, she and her dragon, Flameteller, may be the only ones who can get it working again.
The problem is bigger than a broken waterwheel. The Guild Hall keeps young dragonseers and their dragons safe, and people who fear dragons are searching for its secret location. Every clank, twist, and repair matters.
Full of magic, danger, and quick-thinking teamwork, this Dragon Storm adventure is a fast-moving illustrated chapter book for readers who like dragons, inventions, and heroes who solve problems with courage as well as power.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
152 Pages
STOMP, STOMP, STOMP. Bernardo the dragon is hungry, and he is looking for lunch.
As Bernardo stomps through the story, readers meet a parade of fairy tale favorites, from magical mermaids to fairy godmothers, funny frogs, and more. Each new surprise adds to the counting fun, while Bernardo’s enormous appetite keeps the pages lively, silly, and just a little bit unpredictable.
One Hungry Dragon is a playful picture book for children who enjoy big sounds, bold humor, and counting woven into a funny story. With a hungry dragon at the center and plenty of fairy tale mischief around him, it makes number learning feel like part of the romp rather than a lesson.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Inch and Grub are cavemen, and each one wants to be the best. Grub has a bigger cave, so Inch adds something better. Grub makes fire, so Inch makes a chair. Then come houses, cars, castles, trains, radios, and piles of stuff that grow more ridiculous by the page.
Their friendly rivalry turns into a wobbling contest of who can have more, build more, and show off more. But the higher the piles rise, the shakier their friendship becomes.
Funny, clever, and full of playful inventions, Inch and Grub is a picture book about competition, creativity, and remembering what matters most. It is especially appealing for children who enjoy silly historical twists, big visual jokes, and stories about friendship tested by one-upmanship.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Tom thinks dragons are only stories until he is taken to the Dragonseer Guild, a secret training place for children who can bond with dragons. There he meets Ironskin, a dragon who may change everything Tom believes about himself.
Being a dragonseer is exciting, but it is not simple. Tom and Ironskin must learn to trust each other, train together, and face the dangers threatening their kingdom. When Ironskin disappears, Tom begins to fear he may not belong in the Guild after all.
The first Dragon Storm book opens a magical illustrated chapter book series packed with dragons, action, and friendship. It is ideal for young readers ready for a fast fantasy adventure with brave choices and a secret world just out of sight.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
160 Pages
Rivven is ready for war, and Princess Skye can feel how wrong that is. After a terrifying dragon attack, fear spreads through the city, and many people blame the Dragonseer Guild. Skye knows the Guild is not the enemy, but proving it will not be easy.
To stop the danger growing, Skye must find her own dragon, Soulsinger, and uncover what is really happening before humans and dragons are torn apart forever. The stakes are high, the city is in chaos, and one brave princess has to trust what she knows is true.
This illustrated Dragon Storm adventure blends royal intrigue, dragon magic, and fast-paced action for readers who enjoy fantasy stories with courage, loyalty, and danger on every page.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
97 Pages
