David Derrick is the author of Sid the Squid and the Search for the Perfect Job. A story artist at DreamWorks Feature Animation, David has lent his talents to several films including Megamind, How to Train Your Dragon, and the upcoming Rise of the Guardians, based on the books by William Joyce.

Cartoon Brew reviewed Sid the Squid: "this charming book reads like a classic animated feature that never was...Fun, and with an inspiring message. Perfect for kids of all ages."

A sculptor of wildlife in bronze, he studied fine art at the University of Utah and graduated from California Institute of the Arts (CALARTS), where his films garnered many awards including a student Emmy.