D W A Y N E

And The Ocean Plug Pirate

Welcome to
Craig Read's Storyworld

Splash into tales so full of wonder and excitement. They'll have you, your siblings, your parents, and yes, even your goldfish, begging for just one more page!

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About Author

Craig Darren Read

Craig Read is a Welsh children's author on a mission: to write stories so exciting, kids might actually ask for bedtime!

Based in Wales, UK. Craig creates tales packed with adventure, giggles, and heroes who just happen to be kids like you. His books are full of brave characters, wild imagination, and important messages about friendship, courage, and taking care of our amazing planet, all wrapped up in stories that make you want to shout, "Please, just one more Page!"

Craig's debut picture book, Dwayne and the Ocean Plug Pirates, started as a bedtime story he told to his Son. But this wasn't your average "once upon a time" tale; it was about a mysterious ocean, daring pirates, and a mission to save the sea!

Dwayne loved it so much that Craig turned it into a full-blown illustrated adventure, now available in English and Welsh (Dwayne a'r Môr-ladron Plwg y Cefnfor)

When Craig isn't writing, he's probably daydreaming about his next story (maybe even one with talking dolphins, or underwater treasure, or... well, you'll just have to wait and see!)

Craig believes every child deserves stories that make them laugh, think, and feel like they can change the world. One page-turn at a time.

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In Craig's Words

"If we can make kids fall in love with the ocean through a story, maybe they'll grow up to protect it."
About book

Dwayne and the Ocean Plug Pirates

When Dwayne drifts off to sleep one night, his dreams take him somewhere extraordinary, to the bottom of the sea! But something is terribly wrong, the ocean has vanished.

Determined to set things right, Dwayne dives into a sandy, waterless world where fish flop helplessly and whales are stuck in the mud. His journey leads him through riddles, challenges, and a daring showdown with the sneaky Ocean Plug Pirates who have stolen the plug at the bottom of the sea.

Can Dwayne return the plug and save the ocean before it is too late?

This beautifully illustrated tale is filled with imagination, courage, and a powerful message about kindness and protecting our planet. Perfect for young readers ready to dive into their next favourite bedtime adventure.

  • Adventure-Packed Story
  • Beautiful Illustrations
  • Important Life Lessons
  • Bilingual Options
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Gallery

Story Time Moments

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Book Trailer

A Splash of What's Inside!

Events

Storytime Sessions

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Penycae CP School

  • Date
    1 october, 2025
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Blackmore CP School

  • Date
    3 october, 2025
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Tan-y-Fron CP School

  • Date
    7 october, 2025
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Inside the Story

Adventures of Dwayne

The Mystery

Dwayne finds himself in a dream where the ocean is disappearing! Where did all the water go? Now it’s up to Dwayne to uncover the truth!

The Villains

The sneaky Ocean Plug Pirates have stolen the plug at the bottom of the sea. Dwayne must face them and set things right before it’s too late.

The Mission

Armed with courage, and determination Dwayne sets off on an epic quest to rescue the ocean and bring the water back where it belongs!

The Message

This adventure reminds readers that one small act of kindness can make a big difference in protecting our beautiful planet.