Written and illustrated by Miguel Tanco

The Elements of Us.

The Elements of Us, Spanish cover

The chemistry
between us.

Everything that exists is made of tiny elements. Yet it is the connections between them that create something new.

A picture book about chemistry and friendship, exploring the things that make us different and the connections we make with others.

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Inside the book.

Editions & languages.

  • North America · Tundra Books · 2027
  • Spain · Editorial Libre Albedrío · 2026
  • France · Grasset · 2026
  • Germany · Gerstenberg · 2026
  • Korea · Forthcoming
  • Italy · Forthcoming
  • Turkey · Forthcoming

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Download the editorial dossier, or write to me to request a complete PDF for publishing enquiries.

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For families & schools

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