Vlad, the Fabulous Vampire

This sweet, unspooky picture book about revealing your true self is elevated by Drago’s enticingly detailed illustrations, enlivened by riotous flashes of pink. ~Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian

Blending Halloween characters and Day of the Dead traditions, Flavia’s illustrations are rich in depth and style and each scene tells its own mini story. A heady mix of the quirky, the spooky and the fabulous, each page is a delight. ~The Scotsman

A heartwarming exploration of self-discovery and acceptance, inviting readers to celebrate their differences and find pride in their uniqueness. ~Books for Keeps

Drawing on her Mexican heritage, Flavia Drago mixes folk art with cartoon style in her illustrations, adding brighter hues to her colour palette as Shelley leads Vlad towards self-affirmation. Yes you might share this one at Halloween time, but its vital message is for all times. ~Red Reading Hub

This isn’t a very scary vampire story – no blood or frightening bats – but a rather gentle story about liberating your real identity and realising that there are other people out there like you, even if you don’t always see them at first glance. ~The Letterpress Project