We've finally foundn a range of chapter books that have got Ds's interest - he's never been a big one for fiction (but loved non-fiction - which i think actually allows him to get away without reading!)
it's a range called 'beast quest' starting with 'Ferno the Firedragon'. He's now to be found reading on his bed at any spare opportunity and I'm so pleased.
does anyone else have any other suggestions ?