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David McKee

Author & Illustrator

About David McKee

David McKee (1935 - 2022) was the creator of well-known characters including King Rollo, Mr Benn and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, which is now published in more than 60 languages and has its own successful global merchandise programme. David was born in Devon and went to Plymouth Art College, where he had a traditional training. On leaving college he drew regularly for Punch, Reader’s Digest, and The Times Educational Supplement. His drawings were influenced especially by Saul Steinberg and Andre Francois. In 2020, David won the British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year Award and BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

David McKee books

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National Drummer Day (US)

You should read Elmer's Band by David McKee. Published by Andersen Digital.

3 days ago

National Drummer Day (US)

Discover Elmer's Band by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

3 days ago

World Kindness Day

You should read Denver by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

5 days ago

Hug a Bear Day

Discover My First Elmer Bedtime by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

11 days ago

November Events

Darker evenings mean it's a perfect time of year for stargazing. Why not read Elmer's Walk by David McKee from Andersen.

16 days ago

Halloween

Amazing!!! Not Now, Bernard by David McKee. Published by Andersen.

18 days ago

Halloween

Loving Not Now, Bernard by David McKee from Andersen Digital.

18 days ago

Halloween

Three Monsters is a wonderful book for your children. Published by Andersen.

18 days ago

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