Author Chat With Jérémie Francfort (Big Bangs and Black Holes: A Graphic Novel Guide to the Universe), Plus Giveaway! ~ US Only!

Today we are very excited to share a special interview with author Jérémie Francfort (Big Bangs and Black Holes: A Graphic Novel Guide to the Universe)!

Read on to learn more about him, his book, and a giveaway!

Meet the Author: Jérémie Francfort

Jérémie Francfort received his PhD in theoretical physics from the University of Geneva, Switzerland, at the exact time he finished working on his graphic novel. Passionate about popularizing science, he provided the scientific basis for the book.

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About the Book: Big Bangs and Black Holes: A Graphic Novel to the Universe

Go back in time with Nobel Prize-winner Michel Mayor to understand the secrets of the universe and meet the great names in physics, from Newton to Einstein and many more. This graphic novel guide to the universe explains the universe’s most complex ideas in a way anyone can understand. It’s a book full of adventure–as well as some of the most important concepts humankind has ever studied. On the program: gravitational waves, the theory of relativity, black holes…and more!

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~Author Chat~

YABC:  What gave you the inspiration to write this book?

Talking to my astrophysicist friend (and future co-author) about his work. Astrophysics is such an incredible topic to be amazed about!

YABC: Which fact did you find most interesting to learn?

Without a doubt: the extreme density of black holes. For comparison, our Earth’s whole mass would shrink to the size of a nut to be as dense as a black hole! Can you even imagine that?

YABC:  How did you ensure that the book is engaging to your audience?

I want to give the reader a feeling of closeness with the characters I create. I also try to find ways to tell something interesting in a funny way to create a bond with readers. It’s important to have confidence in the reader’s commitment and ability to understand.

YABC: If you could only write one genre for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

I guess it would be comic journalism because I’m very curious about what happens in the world and very eager to understand it.

YABC:   What can readers expect to find in your books?

Jokes, sensitivity, careful attention to the facts depicted and a lot of personal commitment.

YABC: What is your favorite snack when writing?

I’m actually quite good at not eating between meals!

YABC: If you were able to time travel would you want to visit where your book is about?

I’d absolutely love that! With one exception: I don’t want to get lost in space or be “spaghettified” in a black hole!

YABC:   What do you do when you procrastinate?

I read the news, I watch random informative videos online, or cook for a looong time.

YABC:   What’s up next for you?

I’m starting my next book which a true story about international spies!

YABC: What is your favorite holiday or tradition and why?

In Geneva, Switzerland, we have the famous “Escalade”, a battle celebration during which we crush a big chocolate cauldron!

~ Giveaway Details ~

Five (5) winners will receive a copy of Big Bands and Black Holes (Jérémie Francfort) ~US Only!

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