David McKee, the bestselling children’s author and creator of Elmer and Mr Benn, has died aged 87. The news was confirmed by his publisher Andersen Press, who says he died at his home in the South of ...

David McKee, the children's author and illustrator known for the Mr Benn series, has died at the age of 87. "David died surrounded by his family, following a short illness in the South of France, ...

A number of fun board books aim to entertain the very young. Elmer's New Friend by David McKee is the latest addition to the series starring the patchwork elephant and his friends. The jungle is abuzz ...

In this latest story to feature Elmer “the patchwork elephant,” McKee subtly instructs readers on the making and keeping of friends. Deep in the jungle, the elephants are preparing for Elmer's Day, ...

McKee is best known for Elmer, first published in 1968, which became one of the most popular children’s books in the world (Shutterstock) Advertisement ...

"His was a singular voice that highlighted inclusivity, diversity and parts of our world that are not always present," said Klaus Flugge, McKee's best friend and longtime publisher on Instagram David ...