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Knutz and Boltz and the Sorcerer of Science

A STEAM Puzzle Adventure
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The first book in a new puzzle adventure series takes readers on a thrilling adventure in the company of Knutz, a STEAM whizz-kid, and canine super-inventor Boltz. Knutz and Boltz and the Sorcerer of Science introduces Knutz and Boltz as they await a live stream of... Read More
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The first book in a new puzzle-adventure series takes readers on a thrilling scientific quest in the company of Knutz, a STEAM whizz-kid, and canine super-inventor Boltz.

A brand-new puzzle adventure book that takes readers on an exciting STEAM-themed quest.

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The first book in a new puzzle adventure series takes readers on a thrilling adventure in the company of Knutz, a STEAM whizz-kid, and canine super-inventor Boltz.

Knutz and Boltz and the Sorcerer of Science introduces Knutz and Boltz as they await a live stream of their favourite vlogger, the Sorcerer of Science, who performs experiments for her legions of fans. But today, a strange figure has taken over her feed. He introduces himself as Dr Chaos and claims he’s taken the Sorcerer prisoner. Knutz and Boltz will have to use all their STEAM skills to tackle the fiendish challenges in the Mansion of Mayhem in order to save the Sorcerer and defeat Dr Chaos!

Featuring an innovative mix of graphic-novel pages, zany prose, and integrated puzzles, this fast-paced adventure is guaranteed to engage kids aged 9+ in STEAM subjects. Across six chapters, readers will develop key science, technology, engineering, art, and maths skills as they help Knutz and Boltz work their way through the challenges.

Written by Tim Collins, author of Buster’s Dorkius Maximus and Sherlock Bones series, illustrated by Louise Forshaw, and developed with a specialist STEAM consultant.

Publishing in 2025:
9781780559414 Knutz and Boltz and the Cosmic Code: A STEAM Puzzle Adventure

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780559377

Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Buster Books

Illustration: B&W

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Louise Forshaw
  • Illustrated by Louise Forshaw

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Tim Collins is originally from Manchester, but now lives near Oxford. He is the author of over thirty books including Wimpy Vampire, Cosmic Colin,Dorkius Maximus and Sherlock Bones. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and he has won awards in the UK and Germany, including the Manchester Fiction City award (2011 Winner) and the Lincolnshire Young People's Book Award (2012 Winner).

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