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Dr. Emma Chapman joins Books, Kids & Creations to talk about her upcoming book The Echoing Universe (May 19, 2026) and her incredible journey from Egyptology to astrophysics. Emma shares how one physics book changed everything for her, leading her to realize that studying stars was another way of looking back in time—just like archaeology. We explore black holes, radio waves, light, and how radio astronomy helps us see the invisible universe. From communicating with Artemis near the moon to discovering volcanoes hidden beneath Venus’s clouds, Emma explains science in a way that feels magical and easy to understand. She also shares the year-long adventure of writing this book—what started as a “2-week project” became a deep dive filled with travel, interviews, and discovery. Emma calls The Echoing Universe a love letter to radio astronomy, and her hope is that readers walk away feeling wonder, joy, and awe about the universe around us. Pre-order / Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Echoing-Universe-Ast