Venus! Fierce and Fabulous - (Our Universe) by Stacy McAnulty (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Prepare for a dazzling encounter with the solar system's most glamorous resident in VENUS!--the latest stellar "autobiography" in the OUR UNIVERSE series from the dynamic duo of Stacy McAnulty and Stevie Lewis!

Hello, darling neighbors! It's me, Venus!

Get ready to be utterly charmed as Venus herself spills all her secrets of the solar system in this witty and wonderfully informative picture book. Discover what makes Venus truly unique: from her intensely hot and, yes, a little stinky atmosphere, to her breathtaking, shimmering brilliance in the night sky. Unlike the other planets, Venus dances to her own rhythm - no moons, no rings, and a spin that's all her own!
Inside VENUS!, young readers will:

- Hear directly from Venus: Stacy McAnulty's signature humor shines as Venus playfully shares fascinating facts about herself.
- Marvel at Stevie Lewis's vibrant art: The illustrations bring Venus's dazzling personality and unique characteristics to life on every page.
- Learn about planetary science in an engaging way: Discover key features of Venus in a lighthearted and memorable manner.
- Continue their cosmic journey: Perfect for fans of the Our Universe series, VENUS! is a delightful companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years and Sun! One in a Billion.

With its irresistible blend of humor, kid-friendly facts, and stunning illustrations, VENUS! is an out-of-this-world addition to any bookshelf, sparking curiosity and a love for space in young readers. Get ready to fall in love with the sassiest star in our solar system!

Review Quotes

Venus's interesting features, combined with her well-deserved spunkiness, will delight both casual readers and those fans of planet facts looking for a closer peek at the second planet from the sun. . . libraries should definitely give Venus her well-deserved spot on the shelves. Highly recommended.-starred review, School Library Journal

An introduction to Venus that shows the planet at her most verbally and visually vivacious.-Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Stacy McAnulty is the author of many books for children, notably the nonfiction picture book series Our Universe, which includes titles, Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years, Mars! Earthlings Welcome, and Moon! Earth's Best Friend, among others. She's also the author of picture books Brains! Not Just a Zombie Snack, A Small Kindness, Beautiful, Brave, and Love, and she writes books for middle grade readers including The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl and Millionaires for the Month. Stacy lives in North Carolina with her family and as many dogs as she can sneak in the house.

Stevie Lewis has been living on the road, furthering her passion for climbing, art, and the outdoors. Striving to live simply and tread lightly on the earth, she gathers inspiration from a variety of places, be it climbing in the high desert in central Oregon, hiking in the wilderness of Alaska, or sharing laughs with fellow travelers around a campfire. After working for four years in animation, she now illustrates children's books and creates art based on her travels. Stevie's books include A Week without Tuesday, Finding Serendipity, and Lost in the Library