Knutz and Boltz and the Sorcerer of Science: A STEAM Puzzle Adventure
By (Author) Tim Collins
Illustrated by Louise Forshaw
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Buster Books
11th February 2025
29th August 2024
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Educational: Sciences, general science
793.73
Paperback
256
Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 18mm
232g
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 are waiting for 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 says hes 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 Busters Dorkius Maximus and Sherlock Bones series, illustrated by Louise Forshaw, and developed with a specialist STEAM consultant.
Also publishing in 2024:
9781780559414 Knutz and Boltz and the Cosmic Code: A STEAM Puzzle Adventure
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).