Book excerpt: The scorching desert is a brutal place to live, but lots of fascinating animals call this super-hot habitat home. What creatures are scuttling across the sand, snoozing in the shade of a cactus, or soaring overhead? Young artists and animal lovers will find out in this engaging guide. They'll learn how to draw realistic desert creatures in awesome action poses. Simple step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations make each project accessible. Artists will gain confidence in their skills as they complete each work of art. Top tips help them add even more details to their masterpieces.