First Book OUT NOW *

Second Book COMING SOON *

First Book OUT NOW * Second Book COMING SOON *

OUR STORY

Meet The Author

Lauren K Brady is the Author behind the Discover & Decode series.

Meet Lauren…

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The vibrant illustrations make complex ideas engaging and easy to understand. When she’s not writing or exploring data, Lauren enjoys yoga, gardening, and family adventures outdoors. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, two sons, and their beloved dog, Juneau.

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Lauren K. Brady is a scientist, mom, and AI literacy advocate. A geneticist by training with a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, Lauren now leads AI-driven cancer research in the biopharma industry. She created "DECODE AI: an A to Z guide to artificial intelligence” as the first book in the Discover & Decode series to introduce kids to the fascinating world of artificial intelligence by using nature-based analogies.

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Meet the Illustrator Collaborating on Book Two

Shiori Kosar is a full-time student at University of South Florida. She specializes in dreamy illustrations featuring expressive characters with unique styles. She is majoring in Graphic Arts with a concentration in Illustration. Her hobbies include ballet, piano and biking! Shiori is most inspired by the artists Aya Takano and Yogisya.

Upcoming & Past Events

  • Celebrated the launch of Decode AI: An A to Z Guide to Artificial Intelligence with STEM activities, storytime, and family-friendly fun.

  • Community visits at libraries and bookmobile programs throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Featured reading, discussion, book signing & crafts.

  • Guest lecture exploring innovation, entrepreneurship, AI literacy, and career pathways in STEM.

  • Hosted a special family reading and STEM-themed book giveaway for employees and their children at a Biotech company.

  • Interactive storytime, computational thinking activities, LEGO-brick inspired building challenges, book signings, and giveaways for families.

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    Up to 95% of teachers

    Report no formal training in AI

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    93% of parents

    Cite concerns about their children’s use of AI, and a need for guidance

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    54% of students

    Want to learn more about AI in school, showing growing curiosity about technology