DAVID LITCHFIELD is an illustrator from Bedfordshire in the UK, represented by The Bright Agency. David first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star Wars and Indiana Jones 'mash-up' comics for his older brother and sister. He is the creator of the award-winning, best-selling 'The Bear and the Piano' trilogy, as well as numerous other picture books. His first picture book The Bear and the Piano, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize (Illustrated Book Category) and became a best-seller in the UK and US. It has sold in over 25 languages to date, with the next books in the trilogy: The Bear, the Piano, the Dog and the Fiddle, and The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear's Concert available now. His other picture books include Grandad's Secret Giant and Lights on Cotton Rock. David lives in Bedford with his family.

Best Christmas Book for Kids - "The book leaves you with a big smile on your face, as well as feeling excited for Christmas." --The Independent

"Remarkable for its sumptuous illustrations full of Victorian toys." --The Sunday Times - Best Books of 2022

"Litchfield's dazzling use of light sparkles through this festive feast." --The Daily Mail

"Tinged with nostalgia and glowing with candlelit fireflies, ...A cozy tale to counteract the Christmas gift-giving frenzy." --Kirkus Reviews

"Empathy, kindness, and a good bit of magic..." --Publishers Weekly

"This one's a hoot."--Betsy Bird, Fuse #8, a School Library Journal blog

"impressively original, truly magical, and sincerely heartwarming picture book story and a truly festive treat for young children." --Midwest Book Review