Mariella Queen of the Skies Paperback

Mariella, Queen of the Skies by Eoin Colfer, with vibrant illustrations by Katy Halford, is a super-readable and inspiring gem for young inventors and dreamers. The story introduces Mariella, a super-smart and imaginative girl who loves nothing more than inventing, but finds that bedtime constantly interrupts her brilliant ideas. Determined to outsmart sleep and gain more inventing hours, Mariella sets out to build a rocket-powered flying suit that can zip her around the world faster than the setting sun. This humorous and life-affirming tale champions girls in STEM, celebrates the power of innovative thinking, and ultimately explores the important balance between boundless creativity and the vital need for rest to keep those brilliant ideas flowing.