The ultimate book about me - Richard Platt

Am I really unique? Why do I look like my grandma but not my mum? Is my brain just a wet computer? How long will I live?
For answers to these questions and many, many more, this ultimate guide will set you straight. Grounded in genetics, identity and brain science, it's all about YOU and what makes you who you are. Find out the facts, tackle the quizzes and try out the home experiments as you embark on a fascinating journey of self-discovery!

Richard Platt has been writing books for children since 1983, completing nearly 100 published titles. Most books are illustrated information books for children, but Richards has also written children's stories, and several books for adults. Some titles have won awards: including a Smarties silver prize, and a Blue Peter award. Three other books reached the Royal Society science prize shortlist. Incredible Cross Sections (Dorling Kindersley), was selected by The Guardian as one of three greatest children's books of the 1990s. This is Richard's first book for Carlton. He lives near Tunbridge Wells, Kent.