Duel : A medieval adventure of knights, queens and castles with perfectly mirrored illustrations. For ages 3-7.

Author: Shawn Harris

Early learning: colours

Published on 8 October 2026 by Walker Books Ltd in the United Kingdom.

Hardback | 40 pages
284 x 182 | 320g

A medieval masterpiece of two queens, two castles, two knights … and one duel. Told entirely through symmetrical illustrations (created by squish-painting), this unique picture is a thrilling adventure for young artists and fans of myths and legends.

Two castles sit on a hill, home to two queens. But the queens would rather not share, and each sends a knight to joust for the land. 'Let’s hold a duel. The one who wins will rule the hill in whole.'There’s just one problem – when the winner stands up in the middle of the field, no one is sure which side they came from. - Perfect for children learning symmetry, colours and shapes.

- For fans of knights, castles and medieval legends.

- Themes of sharing, conflict resolution and community.

- Made entirely from the school art technique of squish-painting (or butterfly painting).

- For fans of The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and Mix It Up! and Press Here by Hervé Tullet.