Seit das Urmel berühmt geworden ist, ist es mit der Ruhe auf der Insel Titiwu vorbei. Als das Urmel auch noch Filmstar werden soll, hat Professor Habakuk Tibatong große Befürchtungen, dass dieses kleine Paradies für immer zerstört wird...
Max Kruse was the youngest of seven children of the artist family Kruse - his father was the sculptor Max Kruse, his mother the famous doll maker Käthe Kruse. He was best known for his children's books, especially his "Urmel" series, but has written for adults, too. His works have been translated into many languages.