Star Readers – FEB Book of the Month

The Fart That Saved the Universe – Stephen Mangan (2025)

What it’s about:

This is a wildly funny sci-fi adventure where nothing is quite as it seems — especially not farts! When Saskia is captured by aliens who want to turn her into a human fart-machine, her friends Perks, Jezza and Leslie must blast off across the galaxy to rescue her. Along the way they face bizarre villains, explore strange planets (including the universe’s worst restaurant), and encounter odd creatures like a praying mantis in sparkly boots. When a top-secret gadget falls into the wrong hands, the kids must rise to the challenge — and maybe even save the universe with one tiny fart!

Why we think it’s perfect:

• Hilariously silly adventure with lots of laughs

• Space travel, weird worlds, and outrageous characters

• Packed with pictures and comic energy

• Great for readers who enjoy humour, action, and imaginative stories