Duck Gets A Job by Sonny Ross (Templar Publishing)

We have waited for Sonny Ross‘s debut picture book for some time now and it’s completely blown our socks off.

Not only does the storyline completely resonate with us, but the beautiful palette he’s selected to illustrate this book with, is so inspired.

Meet Duck. Duck’s friends all have professional jobs in the city and they never stop going on about it.

But spreadsheets don’t really flick Duck’s switch. It’s not what he wants to do for a living. He’s more of a creative soul.

Sonny’s illustrations are full of warmth and depth and it’s clear that the storyline is partially autobiographical.

Duck decides to read the ads and finds a job. But what will he wear to his interview? How will he get there? What will he say? And will it be the right job for him?

A totally original, fresh story and one which will ring true for many creative bods out there.

We suggest you remember the name Sonny Ross as he’s likely to be a force to be reckoned with in the picture book world.