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The Dinosaur Next Door

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A heartwarming tale of friendship and the courage to be yourself

Liz is absolutely certain that her next-door neighbour Mr Wilson has a secret. With his very long neck, clumpy feet, and peculiar taste for green leaves, he must be a dinosaur. But whilst Liz delights in this wonderful discovery, she's not the only one who's noticed something different about Mr Wilson.

When scientists arrive and take Mr Wilson away, Liz realizes that everyone deserves to live the life they choose. Now she must find a way to help save her extraordinary friend and bring him safely home where he belongs.

Created by David Litchfield, the award-winning artist behind The Bear and the Piano trilogy, this beautifully illustrated story celebrates the magic of acceptance and friendship. With its gentle message about letting people be themselves, it's a tale that will spark conversations and warm hearts.

Suitable for children aged 3 years and up

Further Information

What's Included: 40-page hardback picture book

Publisher: Magic Cat Publishing

About the Artist: David Litchfield is an award-winning illustrator from Bedfordshire who first started drawing as a child, creating Star Wars and Indiana Jones comics for his siblings. His debut picture book The Bear and the Piano won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and became a bestseller in the UK and US, selling in over 25 languages. His other beloved books include Grandad's Secret Giant, Lights on Cotton Rock, and Kid Christmas.

About the Publisher: Magic Cat Publishing creates beautiful children's books that gently weave important ideas into engaging stories. Founded by mothers who wanted to help children navigate an increasingly complex world, they focus on themes of kindness, togetherness, friendship, and inclusivity.

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9781915569592

Brand: Magic Cat Publishing

Age Range: 3 years and up

Dimensions: 29 x 23.5 cm

Pages: 40 pages

Format: Hardback

Key Features: Award-winning illustrator, themes of acceptance and friendship, beautifully illustrated

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Award Winning and Beautifully Illustrated

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Made To Treasure

Why we chose it

There's something brilliant about how Liz just accepts that her neighbour is a dinosaur - no drama, no fuss, just "obviously he's a dinosaur, look at his neck!"

David Litchfield has such a gift for weaving profound messages into stories that feel magical. This one tackles acceptance and being true to yourself through the most delightful premise.

It's the kind of book that makes children look at the world with fresh eyes, wondering what other secrets might be hiding in plain sight.

Magic Cat Publishing

Founded by Rachel Williams and Jenny Broom, Magic Cat creates beautiful children's books that gently weave important ideas into engaging stories. Winner of Independent Publisher of the Year 2025, they focus on kindness, togetherness, friendship, inclusivity, and care for our planet through storytelling.

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