About the author
Anita Ganeri (born 1961) is an Indian author of the award-winning series Horrible Geography and many other non-fiction books for children. == Early life and education == Ganeri was born in Calcutta, India and her family emigrated to England when she was a baby. She boarded at Stamford High School, and graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in French/German and Indian Studies. == Career == Ganeri worked in publishing for several years - first as a foreign rights manager for Walker, and later as an editor at Usborne - before becoming a freelance writer. Her first published book was a Ladybird book on 'how things work'. In total, she has written over 600 non-fiction books, at a rate of 15-20 per year. Her work on the Horrible Geography series led to her becoming a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. == Personal life == Ganeri lives in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, with her husband, the children's author Chris Oxlade.
📖 Where to start with Anita Ganeri
💬 What our editors say about Anita Ganeri's books
“This book offers a visually engaging survey of global demonic lore, successfully mapping the evolution of ghoulish figures across various cultures. However, it is strictly an introductory overview; scholars or those seeking deep…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Demons and Ghouls Ganeri, Anita
“While this title succeeds as a colorful primer for novices, it may disappoint seasoned occultists seeking deep theological analysis or primary source citations. The digital artwork, though vibrant, lacks the atmospheric gravitas…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Witches and Warlocks Ganeri, Anita
“This book succeeds as a visually driven survey of ghost lore, effectively categorizing apparitions and highlighting global variations through vibrant digital art. However, it is explicitly designed for an introductory audience;…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ghosts and Other Specters Ganeri, Anita
📋 Editions by Anita Ganeri in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demons and Ghouls Ganeri, Anita | — | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781448815647 |
| Witches and Warlocks Ganeri, Anita | 2010 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781615319015 |
| Ghosts and Other Specters Ganeri, Anita | 2010 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781615318971 |
| Demons and Ghouls Ganeri, Anita | 2011 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781448815654 |
| Witches and Warlocks Ganeri, Anita | 2010 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781448815746 |
| Ghosts and Other Specters Ganeri, Anita | 2010 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781448815661 |
| Demons and Ghouls Ganeri, Anita | 2010 | PowerKids Press | 32 | 9781615318964 |
| Lost in the Bermuda Triangle and Other Mysteries West, David | 2011 | Rosen Central | 48 | 9781448866625 |
| Lost in the Bermuda Triangle and Other Mysteries West, David | 2011 | Rosen Central | 48 | 9781448866588 |
