When Dragon loses his roar his best friend Duckie is determined to help him get well. She tries a super-get-better-soup, some extra-special plasters and even brings Dragon all his favourite things from their adventures together, but nothing takes Dragon’s illness away.

As Duckie’s worry and helplessness grows Dragon reveals a powerful truth: Duckie has been helping all along! Her companionship, love and care have made the hard days softer and the best days joyful.

While we cannot always fix what hurts, love itself is a profound and meaningful form of help.

• Written during the author’s experience with the serious illness of a friend, this book provides a gentle tool to help navigate feelings of helplessness in the face of uncertainty or the illness of a loved one.

• Warm, accessible characters, funny moments of friendship, and a light authorial touch are skilfully balanced with authenticity and a deep respect for the subject matter.

• Established author-illustrator with a strong publishing history.