The Reluctant Vampire

**Soon to be a major TV series starring Lenny Rush, Sian Clifford and Tom Davis**

A shocking announcement from the Vampire Prince begins a tale of ghoulish intrigue and hilarious horror…

Welcome to the village of Katchem-by-the-Throat, where vampires have ruled for hundreds of years.

Valentine, the vampire prince, has a terrible secret – he doesn't like blood! He prefers chips and a small glass of red…

His startling confession leaves King Victor with a royal ruckus on his hands. Can a vampire who prefers chips to necks ever find his place in the world? And what other surprises does Valentine have up his cape?

A fang-tastic tale packed with ghoulish intrigue, vampire magic and lots of laughs!

About the author

Eric Morecambe is a true comedy icon and a national treasure. He was one half of Morecambe & Wise, whose Christmas television specials ruled the airwaves for many years. He made his debut as a writer in 1981 with Mr Lonely, while The Reluctant Vampire was his first highly successful book for children, published in 1982. It was followed by The Vampire’s Revenge and quickly established him as an authority on vampires and their habits.