The What If? Series

By Emma Young

Playful what-if questions turn science into surprising, funny discoveries about bodies, Earth, animals and space.

fascinating · funny · quirky · informative

What is The What If? series by Emma Young about?

Developed from 2025 onwards, Emma Young’s What If? series explores science through 33 imaginative questions in each book. It begins with the human body, then expands to Earth, animals and the wider universe, inviting readers to test wild possibilities against real facts. Humorous explanations, bite-sized text, photographs and lively cartoon-style illustrations make the books approachable for children aged around seven to nine, especially curious or reluctant readers. Expect bodily functions, gross-out humour and natural hazards, but nothing graphically frightening.

Genres

Non-fiction Humour Health/Lifestyle

About the author

Emma Young is a talented author and science writer who loves making tricky ideas easy and fun to understand. She is known for her exciting books and articles that explore the wonders of science and the human brain. Emma enjoys sharing her curiosity and hopes to inspire young readers to ask questions about the world around them.

All the books in The What If? series

What If... You Didnt Make Snot? And Other Amazing Human Body Questions.

by Emma Young

What if your blood turned blue, your bones became jelly—or you never slept?

What If... Pigs Could Fly? And Other Amazing Animal Questions

by Emma Young

Could lions ever outnumber ants? Explore 33 wonderfully weird animal questions and surprising science.

What If... the Moon Was Made of Cheese? And Other Amazing Space Questions

by Emma Young

Could you celebrate birthdays in space, grow trees on Mars or live on diamond planets?

What If... Every Volcano Erupted at Once? And Other Amazing Earth Questions

by Emma Young

What if every volcano erupted together? Discover Earth’s strangest secrets and startling possibilities.

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