🐉 The Dragon Who Collected Tears By Jason Clark It’s been raining since the funeral. Quiet rain—the kind that feels like the sky is crying too. Eleven-year-old Evan Gray hasn’t shed a single tear since his mother died. His dad buries himself in work, the house has gone silent, and even the wind chime refuses to sing. Then, one night, as raindrops trace silver rivers down his window, a flicker of light takes shape—tiny wings, a shining tail, a voice that whispers his name. The creature calls herself Luma—a Tearlight Collector, a small dragon made of rain and memory. Her purpose is to gather the tears people are too brave to cry and turn them into crystals of love and light. But Evan’s heart has grown heavy and still. If he can’t let his feelings fall, Luma’s light will fade… and both of them might lose the chance to heal. As boy and dragon uncover the secret of the glowing tear-crystals—memories, promises, and songs from the people we love—Evan learns that grief isn’t something to hide. It’s love with nowhere to go. And sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is simply feel. Tender, magical, and deeply human, The Dragon Who Collected Tears is a story of loss, healing, and the quiet courage it takes to remember. Perfect for fans of A Monster Calls, Bridge to Terabithia, and The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Jason Clark’s luminous tale reminds readers of every age that love never disappears—it just changes where it lives. Themes: 🕯️ Grief, healing, and emotional courage 🐉 Magical friendship and gentle fantasy 💎 Hope, memory, and the power of love that endures Recommended For: Readers ages 9–13 and anyone who believes that tears can be beautiful.