Glenn Murphy
Glenn Murphy is the author of around 20 popular science books. He received his masters in Science Communication from London's Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine. He wrote his first book, Why Is Snot Green?, while managing the Explainer team at the Science Museum, London.
In 2007 he moved to the United States. He now lives and works in sunny, leafy North Carolina, with his wife Heather, his son Sean and two unfeasibly large cats.
Books
How Loud Can You Burp?
Author: Glenn Murphy
Publisher: Macmillan Childrens Books
Interest age: 9+
Reading age: 9+
This is a wonderfully funny and informative book, which helps us take a fresh look at the world (and universe) we live in, with no boring bits and an abundance of fascinating facts!
Space: The Whole Whizz Bang Story
Author: Glenn Murphy
Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books
Interest age: 9+
Reading age: 9+
What is a black hole? What's it like on the Moon? And which planet is Earth's evil twin? Glenn Murphy, author of Why is Snot Green?, answers these questions and many more in this funny and informative book.
Why is Snot Green?
Author: Glenn Murphy
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Interest age: 9+
Reading age: 9+
Why is Snot Green? is a fresh and funny celebration of science and curiosity, and is perfect for young readers who prefer to dip in and out of a book.