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How big is the universe? Are there dogs in space? What if your friend – or your granddad – was an alien? Join the poets in wondering in Watcher of the Skies, a sparkling collection of poems about the outermost possibilities of space, life and our imaginations. Fully illustrated by Emma Wright and accompanied with helpful facts from space scientist Rachel Cochrane (Institute for Astronomy, University of Edinburgh) and ideas for writing poems from Rachel Piercey, this is the perfect companion for any budding stargazer or astronaut.

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'This is a book which truly has something for everyone. From poems considering BIG topics, perfect for quiet contemplation such as 'But How Big is the Universe?' to those which are designed to be read and shared aloud: 'Comet' (which simply must be heard - how will you respond to the challenge it sets?), there are hours of sharing, reading and discovering to be done through an exploration of the space themed poetic treasures contained in this collection. It's difficult to pinpoint a favourite, besides the ones already mentioned, as each poem has something uniquely joyful and simultaneously illuminating about it. It would seem that in this 115 page collection, every topic under the stars is covered and that is no mean feat. What is fascinating about this collection is the range of styles and voices incorporated. There are fantastic rhymes, visually experimental poems, deep thought, humour and a genuine love for space which shines through in every poem. This is a collection that well deserves a place on the shelves of any young science enthusiasts and which we're sure will also bring adult readers plenty to discover and marvel at. A thoroughly recommended collection.' - One Giant Read

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Rachel Piercey is a poet and editor who also writes for children. Her poems have appeared in magazines including Magma, The Rialto, Poems In Which, Butcher’s Dog and The Poetry Review and she has two pamphlets with the Emma Press, The Flower and the Plough and Rivers Wanted. https://www.rachelpierceypoet.com/ Emma Dai'an Wright is a British-Chinese-Vietnamese publisher and illustrator. She worked in ebook production at Orion Publishing Group before leaving in 2012 to set up The Emma Press with the support of the Prince's Trust. She has since published over 500 writers across more than 130 books, including poetry anthologies for adults and children, short stories, and translations. She lives in Birmingham.

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