Dave Loves Chickens is the first in a series of books for young children examining the unique characteristics of animals and questioning why people eat them. The main character of the book, Dave, is a quirky monster from another planet who knows all sorts of fun and interesting facts about animals. Dave simply loves animals on Earth and encourages others to appreciate them and not eat them! This fun, lighthearted book, full of bold colors and friendly illustrations, is ideal for parents who would like to introduce their children to a more compassionate way of treating animals. With bold graphics, bright colors and a positive message about caring for all life on our planet, Dave Loves Chickens is a great find. Featuring a lovable alien monster and clever rhymes about chickens, this book will resonate with young veggie and veggie-curious kids and their adults, whether or not they are gold-hearted chicken aficionados (though we think by the end of this story, they will be). -- Jennifer Gannett "Vegbooks" A gold-hearted alien monster has come to visit us, and he seeks to spread the message that chickens are incredible creatures who deserve to be treated better than their human co-Earthlings are treating them. We can get behind that idea! --Vegbooks "Vegbooks" Dave Loves Chickens is a new children's book that plays on such an idea with charm and humor. Author and illustrator Carlos Patio introduces the reader to an alien whose name is so complicated that we are invited to "just call him Dave." Visiting from a far-off planet, Dave is a large, three-eyed, purple monster who is brimming with love. He is also smart he proudly removes the top of his head to show off his brain and he would never dream of littering. And, as you might have guessed, he is very vocal about his meatless diet. All in all, a good guy, as aliens go. --Our Hen House "Our Hen House" From the plot and story line to the illustrations and adoration for the main character, Dave Loves Chickens is hands down one of the most original children's books I've seen. I've heard that this won't be the last of Carlos Patino and Dave, so we will definitely be adding more of his amazing work to our library! --Vegan Housewives "Vegan Housewives" A graphic designer by trade and an illustrator by heart, Carlos Patiño has always had an interest in children's books. His veganism inspires his creative work.