Non-Fiction

Illustrated in colour throughout 32 x 25cm 32pp Hardback ISBN 978 0 500 652992 Thames and Hudson Ltd June £12.99

1001 Fish

Joanna Rzezak A colourful, fact-filled introduction to the world of fish.

- The third book in Joanna Rzezak’s popular ‘1001’ series, which has so far included 1001 Bees (978 0 500 652657) and 1001 Ants (978 0 500 652084). - A charming take on non-fiction in a picture book format. - Awash with lively illustrations and full of fascinating facts, this book is a must for all children interested in the natural world.

48 illustrations 26 x 19cm 48pp Hardback ISBN 978 0 500 652565 Thames and Hudson Ltd March £11.99

Cleopatra Tells All!

Chris Naunton and Guilherme Karsten Cleopatra tells her version of events as the ruler of the last ancient Egyptian dynasty.

- A humorous and irreverent introduction to Cleopatra written by Egyptologist and TV presenter Dr. Chris Naunton. - Guilherme Karsten’s contemporary illustrations bring Cleopatra to life and give her a contemporary make-over for the alpha generation, who will immediately draw parallels between TikTokkers, Youtubers and ancient celebs. - The second book in the series, following King Tutankhamun Tells All! (978 0 500 652558).

Illustrated in colour throughout 32.3 x 24cm 216pp Hardback ISBN 978 0 500 652664 Thames and Hudson Ltd June £25.00

The Book of Dirt

A smelly history of dirt, disease and human hygiene

Piotr Socha and Monika Utnik-Strugala A deep dive into the history and science of dirt.

- By the same author and in the same format as The Book of Bees (winner of the 2017 Educational Writers’ Award (The Society of Authors)) and The Book of Trees. - A large-format, encyclopaedic book, which imparts masses of information with a light, humorous touch and in scores of vibrant illustrations. - Superbly illustrated by a popular designer: each double-page spread forms an intricate, detailed graphic composition.

Illustrated in colour throughout 32 x 28cm 48pp Hardback ISBN 978 0 500 653012 Thames and Hudson Ltd June £12.99

Non-Fiction

The Secret Life of Butterflies

Rena Ortega and Roger Vila A beautifully illustrated book on the fascinating lives of these delicate creatures.

- A follow up to Rena Ortega’s The Secret Life of Whales (978 0 500 652671). - Ortega’s glorious illustrations are accompanied by a fact-filled, accessible text from the renowned butterfly expert Roger Vila. - Readers will learn how to recognize the different butterfly species, discover how they evolved and how they eat, sleep and communicate with each other. - A must-read for all children with an interest in the natural world and our imperilled environment.

Illustrated in colour throughout 29.5 x 23cm 40pp Hardback ISBN 978 1 800 660120 Cicada May £12.99

The Unofficial Guide to the Ancient Egyptian Afterlife

Bastet the cat and Sophe Berger Tuck in your bandages, adjust your death mask and join Bastet on her insightful tour of the Ancient Egyptian afterlife.

- An informative introduction to an Ancient Civilisation, told with plenty of humour in a comic-book style. - The fascinating rites and rituals are brought to life in Laura Winstone’s charming illustration style. - Beautifully packaged with a foiled cover and neon throughout, this is a lovely gift book for ages 6+.

Illustrated in colour throughout 27.5 x 21.4cm 60pp Hardback ISBN 978 1 800 660236 Cicada May £14.99

Professor Wooford McPaw’s History of Astronomy

Elliot Krusynski

ISBN 978 1 908 714954 £12.99 This second book in the Wooford McPaw series takes on the subject of the cosmos and everything within it.

- The second in a series of books by Elliot Kruszynski, exploring the histories of modern science and technology. - Information is conveyed in a refreshingly entertaining manner, with jokes, comic strips and commentary spicing things up. - A beautifully produced, large format gift book that will make a great gift for kids ages 6-10.