Perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man – in this totally TRUE graphic novel, the animals of the past are here to tell you what REALLY happened in ancient Egypt. So, you think you know about ancient Egypt – the pyramids, mummies, and pharoahs? Well, we’re the animals of ancient Egypt and we think it’s time we told you the REAL history. We’re going to talk about the really good stuff AND introduce you to the BEST Egyptians, including baboon guards, mummified cats and even sacred poop-pushers. Us animals are kind of a big deal to the ancient Egyptians. You might learn a thing or two, starting with the Pharoahs. Oh, boy. Did you know there were seven Cleopatras?! And eleven Ramesses? Well, you’re about to find out. . . This TRUE graphic novel will keep every reader glued to the page as they discover what life was like in ancient Egypt.

Rik Worth is a writer from the north of England who has always loved comics. He is best known for the Eisner-nominated Hocus Pocus, which explores the history of science, the paranormal and illusion. He is also the author of The Creators of Batman: Bob, Bill and the Dark Knight, a biography of the people behind Batman and their place in comic book history. As a journalist, he covered a wide range of subjects for the likes of The Independent, Prospect, Byline Times and The Fortean Times. He is fascinated with why people believe in unusual things and the odder side of history. He currently works at the University of Leeds, where he can be found deep in the library, pondering many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore