Dive into a world of bizarre animal facts with Sam Quigley and his trusty stick insects, Twiggy and Wiggy, in Exploding Beetles and Inflatable Fish!

From woodlice that release smelly gas instead of wee, to fish with stomachs so stretchy they can swallow things twice their size, and beetles that explode like toxic water pistols – this book is packed with astonishing facts that will have you shouting, ‘Wow! I never knew that!’

Written by Tracey Turner, this STEM-focused book is brimming with incredible information and stats about the world's weirdest creatures. With a captivating narrative and cool cartoon-style illustrations by Andrew Wightman, Exploding Beetles and Inflatable Fish is perfect for fact fans, animal lovers and reluctant readers alike. Discover the wonders of the animal kingdom and be amazed by the extraordinary abilities of the critters that share our planet!

About the Authors

Tracey Turner has written more than seventy books, most of them for children, on subjects including inventions, the universe, famous writers, rude words and deadly perils. Many have become bestsellers. She is also an editor, and she worked on the Horrible Histories series for many years. She lives in Bath, UK, with Tom and their son, Toby.

Andrew Wightman is an illustrator who combines solid draughtsmanship with a sense of fun. He studied at Liverpool Art School and the Royal College of Art. His clients include The Guardian, Penguin, DK, Walker Books and Time Out.

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