Duel Children's Medieval Adventure Picture Book

Step into a colourful medieval adventure with Duel, a uniquely illustrated children's picture book by Shawn Harris. Perfect for children aged 3 and up, this imaginative story brings together two queens, two castles, two brave knights, and one unforgettable jousting competition. With striking symmetrical artwork and playful storytelling, this creative picture book is ideal for young readers who love castles, knights, and legendary adventures.

High on a hill stand two magnificent castles, each home to a queen. But there's a problem – neither queen wants to share the land! Determined to claim the territory, each queen sends her bravest knight into battle for an exciting medieval joust. However, when the winning knight stands victorious in the middle of the field, an unexpected mystery unfolds. Nobody can tell which castle the knight came from!

Told entirely through fascinating symmetrical illustrations created using an innovative squish-painting technique, Duel offers a visually captivating reading experience. Its bold colours, mirrored artwork, and imaginative medieval setting encourage children to explore creativity, artistic expression, and the importance of sharing and cooperation.

Features:

• Title: Duel
• Author & Illustrator: Shawn Harris
• Format: Hardback
• Recommended Age: 3+ Years
• Pages: 40
• Illustrations: Unique symmetrical artwork created using squish-painting techniques
• Story Theme: Medieval Adventure, Knights, Castles, Queens, Sharing, and Cooperation
• Characters: Two queens and two knights competing in a medieval joust
• Artistic Style: Bold, colourful mirrored illustrations
• Educational Benefits: Encourages imagination, visual observation, creativity, and discussions about fairness and sharing
• Perfect For: Young artists, castle enthusiasts, and children who enjoy myths, legends, and imaginative stories
• Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
• Publication Date: 8 October 2026
• Dimensions: 178 x 280 mm
• ISBN: 9781529541342

Why Children Will Love It:

With its colourful knights, magnificent castles, and unusual mirrored illustrations, Duel transforms a classic medieval competition into an exciting visual adventure. The clever storytelling invites children to look closely at the pictures, explore symmetry, and discover the surprising outcome of the knights' joust.

A wonderful addition to any child's bookshelf, Duel is a creative and entertaining picture book that combines medieval adventure with artistic imagination. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, and gifting to little knights, aspiring artists, and curious young readers.

How much is home delivery?

• Standard Tracked - FREE for orders over £50 (£4.95 for orders under £50)
• Next Working Day delivery via DPD (UK mainland only)  - £6.95 orders must be placed before 2pm.
• International Delivery - the delivery charge will be calculated in the basket based on the weight of the order.

Standard Tracked are delivered using Royal Mail. 

When will I get my order?

• We aim for orders, that are placed before 2pm, are dispatched the same day Monday - Friday, during peak periods this may be slower. For priority processing select Express.
• Orders placed after 2pm will be dispatched the following day .
• Orders placed after 2pm on a Friday will be dispatched the following Monday.
• Orders for Next Working Day delivery via DPD must be placed before 2pm. 
• International orders will be dispatched as above, delivery times will vary dependent on destination.