Coding and Computers: Discover the Amazing True Story of Computers!

Computers are such an important part of our everyday lives... but how much do you really know about them?

This endlessly fascinating book not only explores the science behind information technology, but reveals the true-life stories of the people behind the scenes who played important roles in forging this radical transformation in human culture. Young readers can discover how coding actually works, who invented the internet, and much more.

The full-color illustrations by Roy Hermelin brings the text to life with a modern sense of energy, fun and humor. It’s absolutely packed with surprising and eye-opening facts, and a blast to read.

A great gift for kids aged 8+.

Lisa Regan is the author of more than 200 published titles, including puzzle books, children’s reference, licensed characters and curriculum-linked workbooks. She lives in Colchester with her husband and two sons.

Roy Hermelin is a New York city based illustrator, born in Israel. He has been working as an in-house and freelance artist since 2012, focusing primarily on children’s books and design for animation. Roy works digitally using drawing software to create illustrations, and also traditionally using mediums like gouache and colored pencils. Besides his illustration work, he enjoys painting landscapes and outdoor scenes, is fascinated with color and light, and is a keen observer and drawer of people in their natural habitats. He is represented in the UK by Beehive illustration agency.