Hello and welcome!
I’m Lucy, a children’s author based on the sunny south coast who loves writing funny adventure stories.
My STEM-themed Leonora Bolt books are published by Puffin and include Secret Inventor, Deep Sea Calamity, Eco-Engineer & The Great Gadget Games.
They’re packed with laughs and crazy cool inventions for ages 6-9, with amazing illustrations by the super-talented Gladys Jose.
A few press & industry reviews…
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“A hilariously silly adventure for 7+, full of fishy foodstuffs and ingenious gadgets"
The Guardian
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“Warm, funny and with plenty for parents to enjoy too"
The Scottish Sun
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“A joyous story about a young inventor who has to use all her considerable brain power to defeat her villainous uncle”
The i
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“Lots of fun, this is one to recommend to readers who like their adventures wild, wacky and full of inventions"
LoveReading4Kids
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![The Book Trust - review of Lucy Brandt's Leonora Bolt Series of books for children]()
"This wacky adventure combines larger-than-life characters and a fast-paced plot with a sprinkling of science, making it ideal for junior readers"
The Book Trust
So, grab yourselves an inflatable lobster, stuff your pockets with jelly babies and prepare to set sail for Leonora’s incredible island!