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World’s Worst Time Machine Box Set

Series: World's Worst Time Machine
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The World’s Worst Time Machine sends Liam and Elsa on a string of extraordinary expeditions in this series, perfect for fans of funny, unexpected adventures and wacky plot twists from bestselling author Dustin Brady. A hilariously broken time machine leads fifth graders Liam and Elsa into... Read More
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The “World’s Worst Time Machine” sends Liam and Elsa on a string of extraordinary expeditions in this series perfect for fans of funny, unexpected adventures and wacky plot twists from bestselling author Dustin Brady.

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The World’s Worst Time Machine sends Liam and Elsa on a string of extraordinary expeditions in this series, perfect for fans of funny, unexpected adventures and wacky plot twists from bestselling author Dustin Brady.

A hilariously broken time machine leads fifth graders Liam and Elsa into a whirlwind of unforgettable adventures. Whether accidentally summoning the wrong Thomas Edison, hunting for treasure at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago, or digging up long-buried secrets in an alternate dimension, this series from bestselling author Dustin Brady promises mystery, action, and excitement.

  • Book One: World’s Worst Time Machine: When Liam accidentally summons the wrong Thomas Edison, chaos ensues as “Tommy Twinkles” plots to rob a futuristic bank. To rescue his kidnapped parents and set things right, Liam and his friend Elsa embark on a thrilling adventure filled with sci-fi gadgets, time travel, and real-life gangsters.
  • Book Two: Treasure in the White City: Legend tells of a treasure hidden in Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair, and Liam and Elsa believe it could help them find Elsa’s missing grandfather. Armed with their patched-up time machine, they must outwit rival time travellers, unravel the White City’s secrets, and rely on each other like never before.
  • Book Three: Journey to the Center of Time: Liam and Elsa search for the mysterious Professor Snellenburg by unraveling long-hidden secrets, starting with the puzzling Voynich Manuscript. Along the way, they travel to an alternate dimension, uncover the origin of time slime, and journey to the very center of time.

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ISBN: 9798881606176

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 September 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 43g

Pages: 664

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About the Author

Dustin Brady writes books for kids who think they hate reading. His Trapped in a Video Game series has sold over one million copies because—as it turns out—there are a lot of kids who think they hate reading. Dustin loves Tetris, pinball, trick shot videos, and many other silly pastimes that he calls “book research” even though they very much don’t seem like book research. He lives in Cleveland, Ohio with his wife, three kids, and a small dog named Nugget. Dustin honestly can’t believe he gets to do this for a living.

Dave Bardin is a freelance illustrator and animator residing in Southern California. When Dave drew his very first comic book at the age of nine, he knew he had found what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. As a freelance artist for the last nine years, Dave has had the opportunity to work on a variety of creative projects with some of the biggest names in media. These projects include comic books, video games, board games, animation, commercials, music videos, and television. When Dave isn’t at the drawing board, he can be found riding his bike down by the beach, going on random driving adventures with his very cool wife, and spending time with his friends and family.

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