"Sanders elucidates many of the wonders of our world.... Each inspiring snapshot feeds the curiosity of anyone interested in exploring the universe that we exist in and that exists in us." (Scientific American)

"With this pairing of witty illustrations and an open-weave narrative - strong on science but just this side of poetry - Ella Frances Sanders has penned a pocket-sized book vast in ambition." (Nature)

"Sanders beautifully personifies the universe with lyrical prose and whimsical color illustrations...poetic yet scientifically illuminating...Sanders renders [scientific] language both accessible and appealing to her audience. Even more importantly, she consistently captures a sense of awe and wonder at the universe, and ignites (or reignites) that same sense in the reader." (Publishers Weekly starred review)

"A wonder-filled excursion into the sometimes-baffling and formidable world of science.... Presenting information in a charming, conversational style, the author seeks to demystify science with panache.... A fun, accessible introduction to a variety of scientific topics that readers can explore further." (Kirkus Reviews)

"In this sweet and optimistic new book, author-illustrator Sanders explores the sweeping science of the universe and then breaks it down so that even right-brainers and hopeless romantics can comprehend.... Unique and delightful...Sanders’s marveling is inspiring and sure to be contagious, even for the least scientifically minded of readers." (Booklist)

"Wondrous.... Remarkable.... Read[s] like poetry.... [Sanders'] colorful drawings, like her writing, encourage a childlike awe. This slim but lyrical exploration of the universe elicits poetry and awe out of science." (Shelf Awareness for Readers)