In "The Secret Time Machine and the Gherkin Switcheroo," young inventor Max discovers a hidden time machine in his attic. Alongside his best friend, Sally, they embark on a thrilling adventure that takes them to various historical moments. However, their journey goes awry when they accidentally swap a vital gherkin ingredient from the past with a future treasure. As they race against time to correct their mistake, they learn about friendship, responsibility, and the unpredictable nature of time travel. With clever humor and imaginative twists, this tale highlights the excitement and chaos that can ensue when meddling with time. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 7-10 years.

This book was published in 2020 by Dreamscape Media .

Award-winning comic artist Simone Lia began painting and drawing in her dad's tool shed at the age of 13 before going on to study at the University of Brighton and then the Royal College of Art. She has written comic strips for children and adults for numerous publications including The Observer with "Things That I've Learnt", "The Chip and Bean Quiz" in The Independent on Sunday and "Sausage and Carrots" in The DFC. She has also published graphic novels Fluffy and Please God, Find Me a Husband. Her work has been exhibited across Europe, including the Tate Britain. Simone lives and works in London.