How to Make Diamonds From Your Pencils: A funny children’s illustrated science book with experiments for ages 8+ that is new for 2026 (Solved by Science) - Softcover

Über die Autorinnen und Autoren

SWAPNA HADDOW is the bestselling and award-winning author of over 30 books for young readers, including the Dave Pigeon and Bad Panda series. She was the winner of the Fantastic Book Award, Surrey Libraries Children’s Book Award and North Somerset Teachers’ Book Award and been shortlisted for the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards, Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Awards and The Alligator’s Mouth Awards. She was an official World Book Day author in 2023. With a degree in Medical Sciences and International Health, Swapna is a proud, self-proclaimed science geek. Originally from the UK, Swapna now lives in New Zealand with her husband, son and dog, Archie.

JESS BRADLEY is an award-winning illustrator and writer living in Devon. She has drawn many books and comics about science, superheroes and giant monsters and is also a regular contributor to The Phoenix comic. She works from her home studio, and likes drawing in her sketchbooks, reading, playing video games and watching cartoons with her son.