WELCOME TO CHRIS M HILL’S ENCHANTING WORLD OF FOLKLORE, FANTASY, AND EPIC ADVENTURE!
Dive into The Sand Dragon, a thrilling tale where a family’s summer holiday unleashes an ancient darkness. Trapped between imagination and reality, Calum and his brothers must summon the courage to confront an immortal enemy.
EXPLORE THE SAND DRAGON BY CHRIS HILL
a secret buried beneath the waves…
What begins as a simple family vacation turns into a breathtaking adventure across land, sea, and legend itself.
ABOUT THE BOOK
The Sand Dragon
The Shield family’s peaceful summer break shatters when Calum, the creative middle child, sculpts a dragon and brings it to life with a mysterious black fossil. What follows next is a thrilling race against time.
Calum, Jake, and Adam must confront ancient forces, dangerous seas, and their own fractured bond as siblings to save the ones they love most.
Blending folklore, fantasy, and heart, Chris M Hill’s The Sand Dragon reminds us that hope and family can bring light to even the darkest moments.
About the author
Chris M Hill
They say there’s a story in everyone, and Chris M Hill has spent a lifetime proving it true.
From selling lawnmowers in the snow, to serving aboard Royal Navy submarines, and even a short but fulfilling acting career, Chris has gathered stories, characters, and moments that find their way into his writing.
Now based in central Scotland, surrounded by the rugged landscapes and deep folklore that inspire much of his work, Chris continues to weave tales shaped by experience, imagination, and a touch of mischief.
Every encounter, every adventure, every story told adds to the tapestry of his storytelling!
What Readers Are Saying
HERE’S WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT CHRIS HILL’S CHILLING DEBUT, THE SAND DRAGON
From moments of wonder to echoes of ancient darkness, The Sand Dragon is captivating readers all the same! Here’s what they have to say about the Shield family’s unforgettable summer adventure.

cheech
Although I am an adult I do occasionally enjoy a good children's adventure book and this is a very good children's adventure book! I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline, the action never stopped and loved the children's different characters and personalities. Would happily recommend to anyone

Sue M
Loved this little book. Great story, well written. The characters were very real. Looking forward to the next one

Louise Anderson
Thoroughly enjoyed this book . Loved the characters , great storyline , would highly recommend . Looking forward to the next book .
What Readers Are Saying
From moments of wonder to echoes of ancient darkness, The Sand Dragon is captivating readers all the same! Here’s what they have to say about the Shield family’s unforgettable summer adventure.
Although I am an adult I do occasionally enjoy a good children's adventure book and this is a very good children's adventure book! I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline, the action never stopped and loved the children's different characters and personalities. Would happily recommend to anyone
Thoroughly enjoyed this book . Loved the characters , great storyline , would highly recommend . Looking forward to the next book .
Loved this little book. Great story, well written. The characters were very real. Looking forward to the next one
It is a book that has it all and has suspense, imagination, and heart. The concept of sand dragons is memorable, and the emotional interest in the narrative is so high that it makes it really compelling. My child devoured it.
A good, fun, and creative adventure that made my kids stick to the book. The characters can be related to, and the tension is well-developed. We're hoping for a sequel!
I was surprised by this book. It is exciting, dramatic and rich in imagery. The aspect of the sibling relationship is so lifeline, which makes the story even stronger. An ideal read among young adventure-loving readers.