Lucas David Books

"Let me carry you," said the Robot. "I'll carry you in my heart, and shelter you from the cold and storms." High atop a pile of rubbish sits a lonely Robot with a broken heart. Then one winter's day, a Bluebird appears, fighting against the freezing wind. When the Robot offers her a home in the empty space where his heart used to be, neither of them can predict what astonishing things will happen. Together the newfound friends set off on a memorable journey that will change them both.This fable-like tale, bursting with bright, winsome illustrations, is a fresh take on the timeless themes of friendship and second chances.

Watch out! A Giant Baby has been spotted in the kingdom! Summon the special advisors. Send out the knights in shining armour. Let loose the monster-size bear!Can anyone defeat this Giant Baby and bring peace back to the kingdom?A hilarious celebration of playtime and imagination, sure to entertain young and old alike. Featuring loveable characters, daring deeds and exciting adventures, this larger-than-life, laugh-out-loud picture book is perfect for igniting giant imaginations and destined to be a repeat read at bedtime.

Imagine a disused living room in a grand house. In it is a tiger rug and a statue of a little girl. But is the tiger a real tiger, a fake or a magical carpet? Is the little girl real but bewitched or just a stone statue and will she ever come to life? By turns comical and lugubrious, the tiger gives the little girl plenty of versions of the truth, but how will she decide what is true and will she be able to break free?

When a giant whale washes up on shore--on "top "of young Joe's town, in fact--no one knows what to do! The Mayor declares that the town is ruined. The Whale laments that all he's good for now is a large fish pie. The Fishmonger quickly agrees. But Joe is determined to set things right. With the help of Joe, some impressive teamwork, invaluable wisdom from the Owl and the Innumerable Stars, and a whole lot of . . . "singing, "order is restored. Even better, Joe and his neighbors make a new--and very large--friend. Critically acclaimed author-illustrator David Lucas has crafted another charming tale, paired with luminous illustrations, about the importance of determination, community, and friendship. Fans of "Nutmeg "and "Halibut Jackson "will be delighted to meet Joe as he and his neighbors join together to welcome an unexpected visitor and to rebuild their town.

Dieser Band bietet angehenden Illustratoren wertvolle Einblicke in die Berufswahl und den kreativen Alltag. Der Autor behandelt Themen wie Erstausstattung, Portfolioerstellung, erste Aufträge, Rechnungsstellung und Eigenwerbung. Interviews mit erfahrenen Kollegen motivieren zur selbständigen Karriere.