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If not you, then who?

Have you ever wondered how something was invented? Brooke Fairley has! Fascinated by the everyday things that make life easier, Brooke sets out to learn how inventions are discovered, and is inspired to create her own.

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New release!

The Sparks kids have a secret: they can travel back in time! But their adventures aren't just for fun-they journey into the past to save the world's greatest inventions.

 

In Who Turned Off the Lights?, Brooke, Noah, Graham, and Lily Sparks travel to 1880 to protect one of the most important inventions of all time: the electric light bulb. When the world suddenly goes dark, replaced by candles and gas lamps, the kids know their old enemy Emperor Entropy is meddling with history. He has stopped Thomas Edison from inventing the light bulb, threatening to leave future generations in darkness.

The first book in an adventure-packed new chapter book series from the creators of If Not You, Then Who?

The Books

From picture books to chapter book mysteries, the If Not You, Then Who? series by David and Emberli Pridham sparks curiosity and creativity in young readers ages 4–10. Follow the Fairley and Sparks kids as they explore the inventions and ideas that shape our world, and discover that no dream is too big, and no dreamer too small to make a difference. Click any book to find it on Amazon.

Who turned off the Lights?
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The Sparks kids travel back to 1880 to stop Emperor Entropy from erasing Edison's light bulb and save the future from darkness.

Weekend with a Fashionista
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Brooke visits New York City and discovers the inventions behind fashion. Inspired by iconic designers, she uncovers her own creative spark.

It's A Very Merry Christmas!
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Christmas traditions are great, but Brooke thinks it's time to invent a new one. Festive, frosty, and full of creative inspiration.

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We’re Going Green!
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Noah's entry in the Inventor's Fair explores a big question: can one invention make a difference? A fun introduction to sustainability and green thinking.

Let The Games Begin!
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Brooke and Noah can't agree on a game, so they invent one. A playful look at creativity and the inventions behind sports.

Noah's Treehouse
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When treehouse day hits one snag after another, Noah looks to real inventions for solutions and starts imagining tools of his own.

The Inventor in the Pink Pajamas
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Brooke is fascinated by everyday inventions and determined to create her own. A charming introduction to curiosity, creativity, and the inventor's mindset.

About the Authors

Emberli Pridham grew up in Dallas, Texas, inspired by her grandmother, an author, and by a wonderful library of books. Along with her husband, David, she co-authors the Amazon best-selling STEM series If Not You, Then Who?, which teaches children about the inventions and patents in everyday life, empowering them to imagine and create their own.

She is also the author of Real-Life Fairy Tales, a children's series that includes Princess Diana: A Real-Life Fairy Tale; Princess Grace: A Real-Life Fairy Tale; and Jacqueline Kennedy: A Real-Life Fairy Tale. Each book chronicles the inspiring lives of renowned women who rose from relative anonymity to become global icons, leaving contributions that changed the world.

Pridham's lyrical tone and subtle rhymes shape her writing style, helping young readers stay engaged as they move from page to page. As a designer, she also pays careful attention to the look of her books, with Real-Life Fairy Tales featuring watercolor-inspired illustrations that bring the stories to life.

The Pridhams live in New England with their three children-Brooke, Noah, Graham and Byrdie.

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Where to find the If Not You, Then Who? Series

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Check out the Young Inventor’s Journal!

Join Brooke, Noah, and baby Graham for the newest entry in the If Not You, Then Who? series, The Young Inventor’s Journal! Through a series of fun puzzles and games, kids will learn how to think like an inventor, and they’ll even get a chance to develop some of their own ideas. A must-have for any young inventor! 

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