The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Science: Explore the Wonders of Life, Matter, Energy, and More

Claudia Martin is the author of many books and online articles for children and young adults. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs, geography, the natural world and technology. She lives in London with her family.

Marc Pattenden is a self-taught illustrator from Lewes, in the UK. He works digitally with the aim of creating colorful engaging work, full of texture and atmosphere. Marc finds the process of illustration a totally joyful experience and is very glad to have made a career out of it. He hopes to be drawing beautiful pictures for many years to come.