This is a fantastic book: https://ant-online.co.uk/writing/game...t-with-maya-2/
It takes you through concept, modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation of two different characters. Very cool. You can also get Michael's other book, "The Game Artist's Guide to Maya": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/078...SIN=0782143768
Imagination is more important than knowledge.