Baby's first book review!
My 'authorial debut' An Epic History of Failure hits UK shelves Feb 19, US on March 3, but our first review is already live courtesy of The Associated Press
This book is fabulous and full of the “mindless mishaps” that have littered history. From the ones people know about, such as the Titanic tragedy, to the more obscure, such as the day the streets of Boston became flooded with treacle, it is sure to delight young history fans. Ever wondered why the Tower of Pisa leans? And why wasn’t Bach’s music recognised in his lifetime? It’s all in here, written in a way that both amuses and entertains. The book is beautifully illustrated throughout and has a nice introduction which basically tells children why it’s OK to fail and how to learn from mistakes. An Epic History Of Failure is part of Neon Squid’s Wacky Histories series, whose other brilliant tiles include A Sick History Of Medicine. 9/10 (Jane Kirby, Associated Press)
"With a timeless topic, a concise writing style, and bright, colorful illustrations, this informative and sometimes surprising book will please many readers, particularly history fans, who will enjoy sharing their favorite selections with friends." (Booklist)
And, from a more critical review, which I frankly agree with:
Browsable fare for doomscrollers, though report writers should look elsewhere. (Kirkus)