Actor Michael Sheen is publishing his first children’s book, which will support charity Shelter.

A Home for Spark the Dragon is co-authored by Jess Webb with illustrations by acclaimed artist Sarah Massini.

The book aims to help young people understand homelessness.

Speaking about the new book, Sheen said: “I feel very fortunate that I got to grow up in a safe and happy home, but knowing that for many people this isn’t the case, has increasingly made me want to do what I can to help.

“I’ve always believed that telling stories is an important way to make change in the world – and in the long run, stories for children can make the most change of all.

“For these reasons, I wanted to try to tell a story for young readers about a character who loses their home. I hope Spark’s adventure is fun to read and at the same time, that his story gives a way in for young readers to talk about what it is to be homeless – and to start to think about ways to make a difference.”

The book will be published on 5th June,