Q&A with David Muirhead

This year, we’re excited to publish the first release from our science-focused Powers Squared imprint. The books released under the Powers Squared banner will feature fun, accessible science writing with an eye on global events that will appeal to a diverse group of readers.

Our first release is a fun one: Cat Among the Pigeons by David Muirhead. This collection of short essays features the science, myth, and folklore behind a host of African animals. Featuring illustrations by Patricia de Villiers, Cat Among the Pigeons is a look at the creatures we share the world with, told with a bit of humor and whimsy. Sy Montgomery, author of Tamed and Untamed: Close Encounters of the Animal Kind praised the book, writing “this clever, breezy book delivers delightful surprises on every page, along with a bracing dose of wonder.”

Matt Powers, the editor for Powers Squared, did this Q&A with David where they covered obscure animals, our relationship with wildlife, and how each of us plays a role in their survival. Cat Among the Pigeons releases on February 4, and pre-orders are available now. Continue reading “Q&A with David Muirhead”