James in the House of Aunt Pru

Timothy Bush is one of those rare authors who can both write and illustrate with equal expertise. This story weaves a delightful tale of a youngster's visit to his aunt's antiquated house, which transforms into a fairy-tale fantasy/adventure worthy of "The Nutcracker." The illustrations, though, are the gem of this book. Bush weaves together an assortment of artistic techniques and traditions to create the rich texture of his illustrations. His own style is distinct as he parodies traditional and classical arts in the furnishings and decorations of Aunt Prudence's house.