We Are Not Terrible Lizards

A witty, heartfelt, and scientifically rich tale about dinosaurs finally setting the record straight.

For millions of years, dinosaurs have been misunderstood—dismissed as “terrible lizards,” misclassified, misrepresented, and turned into Hollywood caricatures. Now, for the first time, they’re speaking for themselves.

On International Dinosaur Day, a remarkable event unfolds in an ancient odeon in Athens, Greece. A quorum of eight dinosaurs materializes: a Tyrannosaurus, a Triceratops, a Stegosaurus, a Spinosaurus, an Allosaurus, a Brachiosaurus, an Iguanodon, and a Utahraptor. Each arrives ready to testify about the inaccuracies that have followed them through history, museums, textbooks, and movies.

Guided by Tops, a no‑nonsense Triceratops moderator armed with Robert’s Rules of Order (and very sharp horns), the attendees share their frustrations, their humor, and their hopes for a more accurate future. From thumb spikes mistaken for nose horns to raptors robbed of their rightful screen time, every dinosaur has a story to tell. We Are Not Terrible Lizards blends scientific fact with imaginative storytelling to create a charming, educational, and surprisingly emotional journey through paleontology, taxonomy, and the human tendency to oversimplify the natural world. Complete with a glossary, references, and vivid character voices, this story invites readers of all ages to rethink what they know about Earth’s most iconic creatures.

Perfect for:

Science‑curious readers Dinosaur enthusiasts Fans of humorous or speculative nonfiction Educators seeking engaging science‑adjacent material Anyone who loves a clever, compassionate story The dinosaurs have waited long enough. It’s time to hear them out.