About the book
Cosmo Park is a rollercoaster ride through the galaxy in the form of a bright and thrilling comic. Following Kara and her feline companion Sandro through the Universal Nature Park, a place of wonder and scientific adventure. But watch out - there are mysterious and nefarious plots afoot, and it’s not all fun and learning when the universe is at stake… This funny adventure story is both exciting and packed full of fascinating science facts and concepts about cosmology!
ISBN: 9781838741303
What did the judges think?
Ken Wilson-Max, award-winning children's book author, illustrator and publisher, said: “Through its fun illustrations and original story, this clever comic book is a great way to get real science to kids, especially reluctant readers who may prefer more visual forms of storytelling.”
About the author and illustrator
is a producer, writer and presenter, specialising in science. Her first book, Beetles for Breakfast, reimagines the future - full of science and technology that could help us lead more environmentally friendly lives. She currently presents and produces the Guardian's science podcast.
grew up in Jersey where he taught himself to draw by copying his favourite Simpsons characters. He studied Fine Art at Falmouth University and a MA in painting at the Royal College of Art. His paintings have been exhibited in London and Berlin. Dearie's illustration work is inspired by a love of weird fiction, manga and cartoons. His short story comic ‘F is for Fire’ won the Grand Prix at the international festival of comics and games in Poland 2021.
Madeleine Finlay
