Although DK Books holds the official license for LEGO® branded books, US publisher No Starch Press has been publishing a number of LEGO themed titles for a number of years now. Much of their 2018 range has been revealed and it’s an interesting line-up, with the publisher one again woking with a number of high profile LEGO builders. This year we get a second Christmas-themed book from Chris McVeigh, another Architecture book from Alice Finch and a book filled with animal builds. But the most intersting is the Micro Cities book by Jeff Friesen, you may have seen some of his impressive mini scale dioramas on social media and this book show how to create your own. These new titles will be available throughout 2018, both in digital and physical forms.
The LEGO Zoo Book (Oct 2018)
A children’s book that shows how to build 50 simple models of LEGO animals using only standard LEGO parts that every LEGO fan has in their collection.
The LEGO Zoo book shows kids of any age how to build 50 simple animal models using only standard LEGO parts that are already likely to be in their collection. Readers learn how to build models of animals like crocodiles, zebras, wolves, lions, flamingos, plus many more. Projects are ordered by increasing difficulty making it easy to jump in without getting in over your head. The animals are so cute and goofy, whether building as a family or solo The LEGO Zoo is sure to deliver a roaring good time!
LEGO Micro Cities (Oct 2018)
A collection of stunning photography and building instructions for 10 tiny cities built completely out of LEGO. The designs are amazing and the photos are striking — but more importantly, readers get the building instructions they need to recreate their own micro cities.
LEGO Micro Cities is a full color guide to creating intricate LEGO micro cities. Readers learn how to recreate classic architectural styles using only LEGO bricks. In addition to creating entire buildings, LEGO model-building expert Jeff Friesen shows how to create interesting architectural features like bridges and skyscrapers, and will offer suggestions on how to customize your cities and make the models your own. With its collection of stunning photography and instructions for building modern cities, futuristic metropolises, and otherworldly utopias, LEGO Micro Cities is sure to provide hours of building fun and inspiration for readers of all ages.
The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book 2 (Sept 2018)
Building instructions for 15 clever Christmas ornaments that can be built from standard LEGO parts that fans are likely to have in their collection. These small and uncomplicated ornaments are quick to build and a joy to display.
Readers can build 15 classic Christmas designs including a gingerbread house, Santa, reindeer, a snowman, a wreath, a poinsettia, and traditional shapes like baubles and modern geometric swirls. With easy-to-follow instructions and stunning full color photography, The LEGO Christmas Ornament Book 2 will help you spread some holiday cheer with LEGO in no time!
The LEGO Architecture Ideas Book (Aug 2018) – Pre-order now
Take your creations to the next level with The LEGO Architecture Idea Book! These clever building tips will give you endless inspiration for making your own amazing mansions, castles, houses, spooky shacks, and more.
Every chapter includes ideas for creating architectural elements like columns, doors, windows, and walls. But rather than providing step-by-step instructions, the book includes helpful photography from every angle that shows you how to achieve the look, adapt it to your build, and make it your own.
Learn how to:
-Build amazing walls that break the mold, with brick-and-mortar effects, weathered walls, and loose bricks
-Recreate structural effects like timber framing, soaring towers and turrets, shingled roofs,clapboard siding, and more
-Elevate your models with “stained glass”, intricate color patterns, and tumble-down wear-and-tear
-Use pieces like croissants, snakes, and goblets to make unique architectural ornamentation
Bursting with clever ideas, The LEGO Architecture Idea Book will show you how to turn your buildings into impressive, realistic structures.
28th March 2018
Being the author of “The LEGO Zoo” I am very proud!