Of the several manuscripts that we receive daily, most are
stories, some are verse, a few nonfiction and smattering of alphabet books. But
there has never been a manuscript that focuses on nonfiction, is written in verse
and references an alphabet book all at the same time! That is Scientists A to Z!
What a truly unique concept. It is certainly what caught our eye when we
decided to publish it.
Why? Let us just show you why. Ready? Here we go!
H is for Hubble
Our universe is gaining size
Gaining size, gaining size
Our universe is gaining size
Just ask Hubble.
Did you see just what happened here? John Reilly has taken a
rhyme that everyone is familiar with — ‘London Bridge is falling down’ — taken it
apart and put it together but in a different way. And not just in any way but created
a coherent rhyme about the astronomer Edwin Hubble which is also entertaining
to read.
That’s not all. You can also find a mini biography — full of
fun facts — of the scientist on the same page.
Another aspect of this multi-faceted book that we loved was
the variety of scientists represented from all over the world across race and
gender.
So with so many USPs, we think this book is for the 10+ age
group. But really, we think this book is for everyone. Kids will love rhymes;
young adults and adults will enjoy the facts. Everyone will adore the funky colour
illustrations by Anna-Maria Jung which add that wow factor to the book. The black
and white illustrations by the in-house designer Aparna Chivukula give the
finishing touch.
What’s great about this book is that you don’t need to know or
have heard of every scientist listed here or concept referred to. In that
sense, it’s a journey of discovery that could also be your springboard into the
world of science.
Whether you are mad about science or wary of it, in Scientists A to Z you will find a
friend who’ll take you on a journey across a variety of topics like evolution,
periodic table, computers and more while also introducing you to famous
scientists from all over the world.
Go on, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy today!
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