Andrew Donkin

  • 45

    Catalog books

  • 4

    Works

  • 1996 to 2004

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Andrew Donkin writes short, vivid nonfiction and adventurous stories for young readers. His work ranges from illustrated explorations of myths and mysteries—Atlantis and the Bermuda Triangle—to science-minded titles like The Cosmic Professor, balancing clear explanations with brisk storytelling and child-friendly visuals.

Donkin’s books often appear in leveled-reader formats and illustrated series, designed for early independent readers. Whether exploring night skies, mountain danger, or a quirky character like Cosmic Kev, his pages pair accessible language with engaging pacing to encourage curiosity and confidence.

Best Place To Start

Weird Creature Encyclopedia

Element Books Ltd • 1999 • standard commitment

It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Children’s nonfiction and illustrated readers • Short adventure and mystery stories • Science-themed kidlit • Illustrated chapter-style books

Genres and themes: Children’s nonfiction • Science & nature • Adventure • Mystery

Who this author is best for: Good for emerging independent readers who enjoy illustrated nonfiction and short, self-contained adventures with a science angle.

Start with the DK Readers for level-guided nonfiction and pick the shorter storybooks for quick fiction reads.

Top Books To Start With

  1. Weird Creature Encyclopedia

    Element Books Ltd • 1999 • standard commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1999 • 192 pages.

  2. The Unsinkable "Titanic" (Historical Storybooks)

    Hodder Wayland • 1998 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1998 • 44 pages.

  3. The Cosmic Professor (Super Scientists)

    Hodder Wayland • 1997 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1997 • 46 pages.

  4. Night Skies (Shivery Storybooks)

    Hodder Wayland • 1996 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1996 • 46 pages.

  5. Atlantis: The Lost City

    Tandem Library • 2001 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2001 • 48 pages.

  6. Danger on the Mountain (DK Readers)

    Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd • 2001 • quick commitment

    You enjoy Andrew Donkin's action-driven scenes and clear beginner-reader storytelling | You want an illustrated survival…

  7. Atlantis (DK Readers)

    Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2000 • 48 pages.

  8. DK Readers: Bermuda Triangle (Level 3: Reading Alone)

    Dk Pub • 2000 • quick commitment

    You want a photo-rich DK Readers book about the Bermuda Triangle for an emergent independent reader | You need a Level 3…

  9. Zeppelin

    DK CHILDREN • 2000 • quick commitment

    curious about airships and Zeppelins | fans of DK Children's illustrated transport guides.

  10. Cosmic Kev (Colour Jets)

    A & C Black (Childrens books) • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1999 • 64 pages.

How The Picks Compare

  • The Unsinkable "Titanic" (Historical Storybooks) is the easier short commitment, while Weird Creature Encyclopedia asks for more reading time up front.
  • The Unsinkable "Titanic" (Historical Storybooks) gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while Weird Creature Encyclopedia leans later in the catalog.
  • The Cosmic Professor (Super Scientists) is also useful if you want a different publishing lane from Weird Creature Encyclopedia.

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