Ask Dr K Fisher about... is a hilarious and unique way of learning about favourite topics. This innovative series uses a problem-page format to explain facts. 'Problems' are mailed to agony uncle Dr K Fisher, who then responds to them with sympathy and a wealth of knowledge. Ask Dr K Fisher about Minibeasts answers the problems that plague Earth's insects and creepy-crawlies. The agony uncle patiently responds to each creature's letter - about themselves, their peers and all aspects of minibeast life. Dr K Fisher's replies provide invaluable information about food sources, defence, attack and minibeast habitats.
Claire Llewellyn is a prize-winning author of non-fiction for young readers – in 1991, she was shortlisted for the prestigious TES Junior Information Book Award for Take One: Rubbish – and in 1992, she won that award for My First Book of Time. Since then, Claire has written more than 100 children’s books on a wide range of subjects. Ask Dr K Fisher About Animals was shortlisted for the 2008 Royal Society prizes for Science Books Junior Prize.
Kate Sheppard went to the same art college as David Hockney. She has illustrated well over 100 volumes. The quirkier the book, the more fun Kate has with the drawings.