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Mind Blown! The Ultimate Science Book for Curious Kids

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Did you know there are clouds in space that taste like raspberries, or that your brain generates enough electricity to power a light bulb? Mind Blown! The Ultimate Science Book for Curious Kids takes young readers on an unforgettable journey through 250 of science's most astonishing discoveries. Perfect for ages 8-12 and guaranteed to amaze science lovers of all ages!

This isn't your average science book -- it's a mind-bending, jaw-dropping adventure that transforms complex concepts into captivating revelations that will have kids shouting, "THAT'S CRAZY!" on every page. Whether your child loves solving mysteries, discovering new wonders, or simply asking "How?" and "Why?" this book delivers an exciting exploration of science's most unbelievable (but totally true!) facts.

  • Wild Animal Wonders: Meet the octopus with three hearts, learn why T. Rex's tiny arms could lift 400 pounds, and find out why some spiders can taste with their feet

  • Space Spectaculars: Journey to planets made of diamonds, witness cosmic storms that could swallow Earth, and explore black holes that bend the rules of physics.

  • Mind-Blowing Science: From glow-in-the-dark animals to underwater volcanoes, uncover nature's most spectacular phenomena and strangest secrets.

  • Screen-Free Entertainment: Keep curious minds engaged for hours with exciting facts, fun challenges, and mind-blowing discoveries on every page.

  • Visual Adventure: Eye-popping illustrations and infographics bring science to life, turning complex concepts into easy-to-understand, unforgettable experiences.
Book cover titled "The Home Mixologist", with illustrations of cocktail glasses and a shaker, and text about cocktails, syrups, tinctures, and over 150 recipes.

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In addition to the ongoing True Facts That Sound Like Bull$#*t series, Shane Carley has also authored a long list of cocktail books. The Home Bartender is one of the most popular cocktail books for beginner mixologists, and consistently ranks at the top of the Amazon sales charts. The Mason Jar Cocktail Companion series offers something different for the more creative, craft-minded drinker, while Red Cup Nation provides batch cocktail recipes for large gatherings. There’s something for every craving here!

Cover of a book titled 'True Facts That Sound Like Bullsh*t Nature' by Shane Carley, featuring decorative white swirls and a green background.
Book cover titled "True Facts That Sound Like Bullsh*t" by Shane Carley. The cover features white decorative flourishes against a black background.
Book cover titled 'True Facts That Sound Like Bullsh*t Sports' by Shane Carley, with decorative sports icons and a red banner in the top left corner stating 'Stump Everyone.'
Cover of a book titled 'The Martini Field Guide' with a blue textured background, an illustration of a martini glass, and a green olive on a toothpick. Subtitle reads 'Martini culture for the cocktail renaissance' by Shane Carley.
Book cover titled 'The Home Bartender' by Shane Carley, featuring a cocktail in a glass with ice and a dark background, highlighting 175+ cocktail recipes with four ingredients or less.
A book cover titled 'The Mason Jar Cocktail Companion' featuring a large mason jar filled with a red cocktail, garnished with an orange slice and a cherry, on a bar or restaurant counter.
Cover of a cocktail recipe book titled 'The Home Bartender' by Shane Carley. The cover features an illustration of a cocktail glass with a colorful drink. Text promotes over 200 cocktails made with four ingredients or less, includes 50 new recipes, and emphasizes more drinks with fewer bottles.
Book cover titled 'True Facts That Sound Like Bullsh*t World History' with a red background, white and yellow text, decorative swirls, and a banner at the bottom that reads '500 Preposterous Facts They Definitely Didn't Teach You in School' by Shane Carley.
Cover of a book titled 'Red Cup Nation' by Shane Carley. The cover features a large red disposable cup in the background. The title is in bold white and yellow letters. Additional text highlights recipes for party drinks and beverages, with a circular label mentioning '100 Party Drink Recipes'. The border contains various party-related phrases like 'Jungle Juice Recipe', 'Trash Can Cocktails', and 'Ultimate Pong Tournament'.
Book cover titled 'Mason Jar Cocktails' by Shane Carley, featuring two mason jars filled with a pink-colored drink, ice, raspberries, lime slices, and mint leaves, with a small bowl of limes in the background.
Book cover titled 'Movie Night Trivia' featuring cartoon characters of popcorn, bacon, hot dog, and chocolate bar, all smiling and walking.
Book cover titled 'Say I Do to a Successful Marriage' by Alexandra Carley & Shane Carley, with green background and yellow decorative corner accents.
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About Shane

I am a creative copywriter and published author with over a decade of experience in media production, communications, marketing, and public relations. My skill set spans writing and editing, research and data analysis, inbound marketing, creative strategy, and more. I currently work as a ghostwriter for B2B security and technology professionals, and my work has been featured in publications including The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, VentureBeat, and TechCrunch. I have also authored over a dozen books, including The Mason Jar Cocktail Companion, The Home Bartender, and the ongoing True Facts That Sound Like Bull$#*t series.

These days, my wife and I live deep in the woods of western Massachusetts, where I spend my days hammering away on my keyboard between trips to walk the dog and feed the chickens.

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