The facts on elements are intertwined with an amazing story that has laughs and edge of the seat. To find out more about simon and his itch books go to uk. His notable books include mad blood stirring, blame and the itch trilogy, filmed for tv by abc. He never meant to attract the attention of heartless corporations and evil terrorist groups. Reading itch by simon mayo has really changed my perspective on how i view science. But mayo s writing flows well and manages to be both accessible, educational and entertaining. We follow the story of itchingham lofte, itch, and his epic adventures revolving around a single rock. Simon started work in hospital radio and later became a dj on bbc radio 1 and later on bbc radio 2. I think this is a morality tale, its about doing the right thing in the face of adversity and fear, and even overcoming some dire personal discomfort to do so. The post office shook only slightly, the window rattling in its frame and dislodging an advent calendar. The explosive adventures of an element hunter corgi. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Mar 16, 2017 simon mayos new book announced, movie deal confirmed news the wittertainment movie universe might just have begun, as simon mayos upcoming mad blood gets picked up for a big screen adaptation.
When itch is given a strange rock by a mysterious man, it turns out to be something that no scientist has ever seen. Apr 12, 2012 listen to itch audiobook by simon mayo. Allaction adventure perfect for fans of alex rider and young bond. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. An engaging young adult mystery about a boys peculiar passion to collect all the elements of the periodic table. Would like to see another perhaps including itch s older brother a bit more as he is currently only a fringe character. Theres nothing wring with an adult reading childrens literature, but unfortunately a few things didnt sit quite right with me when reading this book. But mayos writing flows well and manages to be both accessible, educational and entertaining. In addition to itch, we also meet his younger sister. Itch is a great character, he is really clear thinking and bright, and i feel hes a real inspiration for the reader. Simon mayos new book announced, movie deal confirmed.
All these elements pardon the pun are what make simon mayos debut novel, itch a compelling, actionpacked read. The explosive adventures of an element hunter, itch rocks. Andrea reece the first two books in the series itch and itch rocks have sold over 100,000 copies combined. Itch the titular protagonist is a fourteenyearold boy who discovers a previously unknown chemical element.
He works for bbc radio, and in 2008 he was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. The itch book series by simon mayo includes books itch. About the author simon mayo is one of britains bestloved and wellknown radio presenters. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. And when one of his contacts delivers an unusual rock, itch is thrilled. This book made me itching for more, a marvelous piece of work by mayo.
This is a new nailbitingly taught ya suspense thriller, from author of the bestselling itch series, simon mayo. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read itch. Simon mayo new releases 2020, 2021, upcoming books book. Oct 25, 2012 in 2008, mayo was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. The explosive adventures of an element hunter paperback. Simon mayo has 18 books on goodreads with 9772 ratings. Having spent ten years interviewing scientists for his radio 5 live show he had plenty of ideas, and was soon consumed by itch and his story, waking up in the middle of the night to write. To find out more about simon and his itch books go to. Feb 29, 2012 when itch is given a strange rock by a mysterious man, it turns out to be something that no scientist has ever seen. Two boys and a haggard mother me have read itch hereabouts, and we all report hurrying to turn the page. Simon mayo itchingham lofte is backand now hes the most protected boy in the world. Simon mayo biography, age, family, wife, career, book and. The further adventures of an element hunter, and untitled.
And itch and his family are catapulted into a breathless adventure with terrifyingly high stakes. Anthony horowitz meet itch an accidental, accidentprone hero. The books are about itch, a boy who discovers a new element. See the complete itch series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Mar 01, 2012 reading itch by simon mayo has really changed my perspective on how i view science. Instead of being afraid, hes excited when the geiger counter at school goes wild in reaction to the radioactive rock. A new nailbitingly taught ya suspense thriller, from author of the bestselling itch series, simon mayo. Annette began by asking simon why he wanted to write a book with science as a main theme. Simon mayo books list of books by author simon mayo. He hosts the podcast simon mayos books of the yearamong other audio productions. I hope that this means there will be more books in the future featuring itch, as he is such an endearing protagonist and i would love to see where he is taken next. At first no one believes him but soon someone hears about the strange new rock and wants it for himself. But itch has an unusual, dangerous hobbyhe collects the elements.
The explosive adventures of an element hunter by simon mayo. To celebrate publication of simon mayos debut novel itch, the publisher has launched an element hunt with six partner sites lovereading4kids is thrilled to be party to this really fun challenge and hidden somewhere on lovereading4kids youll find one of the six hidden elements. Simon has spent the last three years juggling his broadcasting job with visiting schools and talking about the itch series. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. He certainly never meant to provoke his science teacher into attack mode. His previous books include mad blood stirring, blame and the itch trilogy, filmed for tv by abc. The explosive adventures of an element hunter 9781454914273. Itchingham lofte known as itch is fourteen, and loves science especially chemistry. Hes realistic, simon mayo hasnt written a cardboard self insert, itch makes mistakes, some which tun out to be grave, and hes really not sure about the right thing to do at times. Itch and jack, although smart and fun, are often bullied by classmates who dont understand their dinisterest in.
Simon mayo does bring the story to a satisfying conclusion, but there are one or two rather large questions left unanswered. Meet itch, the science mad kid, who just cant get enough of experimenting even when he accidentally singes off his own eyebrows. He began writing four years ago, when he decided to create something for his son joe, an avid reader and science nut. The debut novel from bbc radio presenter simon mayo. The explosive adventures of an element hunter by simon. He has worked on bbc radio since 1981 and is now the presenter of drivetime on bbc radio 2, which. Simon mayo replied that while he was working at radio five he interviewed a lot of scientists and gained an interest in science.
The further adventures of an element hunter by simon mayo. Having spent ten years interviewing scientists for his radio 5 live show he had plenty of ideas, and was soon consumed by itch and his story, waking up in the middle. To find out more about simon and his itch books go to uk show more. Simon mayo books confessions the book is a compilation of the best confessions sent to the show by listeners.
Instead of outsmarting the criminals, the children turn their. Simon has done it again with the third in the series of itch books. Full text of itch by simon mayo chapter one see other formats xenon xe 54 atomic weight 1. The explosive adventures of an element hunter paperback august 5, 2014. Itch 9780552565509 by simon mayo lovereading4schools.
Itchingham lofte known as itch is fourteen, and loves science, especially chemistry. Oct 01, 2014 theres nothing wring with an adult reading childrens literature, but unfortunately a few things didnt sit quite right with me when reading this book. Itch rocks by simon mayo, 9780552565516, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. In 2008, mayo was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. An engaging young adult mystery about a boys peculiar. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. All these elements pardon the pun are what make simon mayo s debut novel, itch a compelling, actionpacked read. Simon mayo has a radio show on the bbc and he has a section on books. Which has some interesting and rather destructive results in his bedroom. The characters in the book are relatable and memorable.
Itch and jack, although smart and fun, are often bullied by classmates who dont understand their dinisterest in soccer or in itch s case, surfing. Written by simon mayo, audiobook narrated by daniel hill. Those who want the rock will stop at nothing, and if it gets into the wrong. Everyone wants to see them punished for the sins of their mum and dad, but its time for ant to show the world that theyre not to blame. The first half of the book will feel slow for those readers who enjoyed the breakneck speed of mayos first book, itch. Simon mayo is best known for his bbc radio 2 drivetime show. Mar 01, 2012 in 2008, mayo was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. Simon andrew hicks mayo born 21 september 1958 is an english radio presenter and author who has worked for bbc radio since 1982. After narrowly escaping the thugs from greencorps and disposing of element 126, itch and his family live under constant surveillance by englands famed mi5. Feb 27, 2014 in 2008, mayo was recognized as the radio broadcaster of the year at the 34th annual broadcasting press guild awards and the speech broadcaster of the year at the sony radio academy awards. Itch is a great and thrilling book with an easy to read storyline that will help kids to understand elements.
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