Dragon Slayers

The Essential Training Guide for Young Dragon Fighters

By (author) Joyce Denham

Illustrated by Kristina Kister

$22.99
  • ISBN: 9798893480054
  • Trim size: 8 x 10 inches
  • Pages: 176
  • Publication Date: 06 May 2025
  • Format: Paperback

Equip Your Child to Conquer Life's Challenges with Courage and Faith!

In a world filled with uncertainties, Dragon Slayers empowers children to face life’s challenges with unshakable faith and courage. This adventurous guide, written by the legendary Sir Wyvern Pugilist (Joyce Denham) invites young readers on a thrilling journey to confront their own "dragons"—those fearsome monsters of anxiety, temptation, bullying, fear and self-doubt that threaten to hold them back.

Enjoy a preview of the book HERE!

What Makes Dragon Slayers a Must-Read?
  • Captivating Christian Teachings: Unpacks powerful Bible stories and teachings on the Trinity, the Armor of God, and Jesus as the ultimate Dragon Slayer.
  • Practical Spiritual Tools: Equips readers with real-world strategies and spiritual armor to face the dragons of fear, insecurity, and temptation.
  • Faith-Filled Adventure: Introduces kids to the timeless message of hope, courage, and divine rescue found in the Bible.
  • Inspiring Profiles: Introduces legendary figures like the Apostle Paul, St. Francis of Assisi, Sojourner Truth, and more, as models of courage and wisdom.

A Thrilling and Practical Guide for VBS and Homeschool Educators!
This is not just an ordinary adventure—it’s a manual for facing life's greatest obstacles with bravery. Through engaging humor and wit, Sir Wyvern Pugilist trains young apprentices to recognize and fight dragons of temptation, deceit, fear, and sin. With relevant Bible verses and practical prayers, children will learn how to suit up in the Armor of God, use spiritual weapons, and rely on Jesus as the Chief Dragon Slayer.

A Journey of Discovery

Perfect for ages 8-12, Dragon Slayers introduces readers to the Bible's life-changing messages through fun, imaginative allegories. As they follow Sir Wyvern on his journey, children will not only learn about the saints of old but also gain the tools to face their own dragons in everyday life.

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Hear Joyce Denham share about the book!

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So, you want to be a Dragon Slayer?
Think you’ve got what it takes to face down the fiercest, slimiest, most fire-breathing reptiles of all time? Then Dragon Slayers is the guide for YOU!

But beware—this is no ordinary handbook for the faint of heart. Sir Wyvern Pugilist, legendary Slayer of a Thousand Dragons, spills his secrets on the ancient and daring Art of Dragon Slaying. He’ll warn you right away: becoming a true Dragon Slayer isn’t easy. It takes grit, determination, and a lifetime of dedication.

Through shouts, encouragement, and a bit of tough love, Sir Wyvern trains only the most fearless students. Are you ready to learn:

  • How to handle slippery dragon drool (it’s really gross!)
  • How to gear up with spiritual armor that even the biggest behemoths can’t crack
  • Powerful prayers that pack a punch against dragon-sized trouble

This book is for the boldest of the bold, those ready to face down the most dangerous beasts of fear, temptation, and doubt. So, if you’re serious about slaying dragons and conquering life’s challenges, step forward—your training begins now! Ready to embark on a brave adventure and conquer your dragons? It’s time to pick up your armor, pray for strength, and get ready to slay! 

Dragon Slayers: Only for the brave. Are YOU in?

Reviews

"Dragon Slayers reminds me of Pilgrim's Progress, transforming a life of faith into an epic adventure. It's fun but quite serious, and for those captivated by dragons it may do a world of good." -- Tim Stafford, award-winning author of more than 30 books, a regular contributor to Christianity Today and Campus Life magazines, and co-editor of The Student Bible.

"When Sir Wyvern Pugilist, the famed dragonslayer of old, puts out a clarion call for new warriors, sign me up! Dragon Slayers, The Essential Training Guide for Young Dragon Fighters is a charming, imaginative, and thoroughly inspiring manual, not only for battling fictional wyrms but also the real "dragons" that assail us all in life. Transformative truths and training for the young and young at heart!" -Wayne Thomas Batson, Bestselling Author of The Door Within Trilogy, The Myridian Constellation, and Outcast

"What a clever and engaging way to help young readers understand the real battle against sin and temptation! The author creatively equips children with the tools of our faith, showing them how to guard their souls and fight against evil by following the example of the saints that fought before us. A fantastic blend of imagination and spiritual truth, this book makes the reality of spiritual warfare both accessible and inspiring for kids." -- Casey Pawelek, Bestselling Author of Look and Learn

"This is a beautiful book in every respect. Denham's insight and intelligence shines through on every page, beautifully enhanced by Kister's artwork. Dragon Slayers is a delightful read for children and adults alike." -- Ross Lawhead, author and graphic novelist.

"Dragons are everywhere. They have always plagued our land. If you want to learn to recognize them and slay them, then Sir Wyvern's great manual, Dragon Slayers, is for you. Sir Wyvern has slain thousands of dragons and helped train thousands of slayers. I know, because I am one of them (not one of the dragons, one of the slayers.)" Sir Rolland Paterlot, author of the 7 Deadly Dragons book series, and president of the non-profit Extraordinary Mission (Sir Rolland is also known as John R. Wood, author of Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Mission)

Author Bio

Joyce Denham is the author of many internationally-published books for children and adults on Celtic Christianity, prayer, and the lives of the saints. A literature teacher by training and profession, she pursues her lifelong passion for Biblical Literature, lecturing in churches and other venues. Through unfolding the Bible’s ancient stories, histories, and poems, she invites listeners into an astonishing world of human and divine drama. Most Sunday mornings, you’ll find her at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Edina, MN, where she teaches Compass, her Adult Formation class on the Jewish and Christian Scriptures.

Her new book Dragon Slayers: The Essential Training Guide for Young Dragon Fighters, Based Wholly on the Practices of the Great Dragon Slayers of Old and the Wisdom of their Ancient Manual (coming May 6, 2025, by Paraclete Press) introduces kids to Christian faith through an imaginative world of dragons and Dragon Slayers, told by a fictitious (and cranky!) narrator, Sir Wyvern Pugilist. Under Sir Wyvern’s tutelage, children learn to courageously face the fears, temptations, and inevitable obstacles that confront them in this Land of Dragons. Through Pugilist’s urgent voice (both serious and humorous), we hear Joyce Denham’s own concern for today’s children and the problems with which they wrestle. In short, while creating fun, she takes kids seriously.

Joyce lives with her husband, Pete, in Minneapolis, MN, dividing her time between lecturing, writing, leading spiritual retreats, and planning pilgrimage tours to monastic sites in England and Scotland.

Kristina Kister is an illustrator and character designer from Essen, Germany. She is a freelance illustrator with a focus on middle grade novels and all kinds of whimsical stories. She has a soft spot for fiction and nonfiction books involving mythical creatures, the mysteries of the universe and everything magical and mysterious. Having a background as a graphic designer, her style is characteristic for geometric shapes and bright color palettes.

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