From PhD Chemist to Children’s Book Author
Emily writes everything from board books and picture books to preteen and teen novels, with a focus on middle grade books. She presents extensively at schools and libraries all over the Greater Vancouver Region, with occasional visits to other parts of the country. Her main interests include writing and talking about science, nature, food and culture, both fiction and nonfiction.
The Science of Boys
Written by Emily Seo; Illustrated by Gracey Zhang
A 12-year old science-minded girl, Emma Sakamoto, tries to fit in by pretending to be an expert about something she knows nothing about: The Science of Boys. One twist of the truth leads to a tornado of deceit and Emma must figure out what is truly important before ruining everything good in her life. Science is uniquely interspersed throughout this story of family, friendship and what it means to belong. Published by Tradewind Books 2022.
Published by Tradewind Books 2022, Middle Grade Novel, 9-14 years of age
BC Yukon Book Prize 2023 Sheila A Egoff Finalist; Snow Willow 2023 Finalist; Chocolate Lily 2024 Finalist.
Featured on CBC television, CBC radio, CityTV, UBC Science Magazine
PURCHASE Kidsbooks Book Warehouse (aka Black Bond Books) Indigo Amazon.ca Orca Books Publishers Barnes and Noble Bookshop.org McNally Jackson Amazon.com
Our World: Japan
Words by Emily Satoko Seo; Art by Aunyarat Watanabe
Float through cherry blossoms, walk through a peaceful garden, eat treats with red bean paste and more. A board book as part of a global series. Published by Barefoot Books 2022.
Published by Barefoot Books 2022, Board book for 0+
PURCHASE
Barefoot Books Bookshop.org Barnes and Noble Wellesleybooks; Waterstones; Indigo, Kidsbooks, KinderBooks, Book Warehouse, Black Bond Books, Amazon.com, Amazon.ca
The Perfect Sushi
Words by Emily Satoko Seo; Art by Mique Moriuchi
Miko likes everything to be perfect, but making sushi is difficult. Will Miko discover the secret ingredient to making the perfect gift for her grandmother’s birthday? Published in 2023 by Barefoot Books. Book Trailer
Published by Barefoot Books, 2023
Picture Book, 4-9 years of age, both hardcover and paperback available.
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