~ making complex subjects accessible with
friendly, empathetic illustration ~
Written by
Dr Emily MacDonagh
Dr Emily MacDonagh is a practising NHS doctor.
She speaks regularly in the media about physical
and mental health matters, particularly
those affecting young people.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know 
is her fifth children's book, a go-to guide for
modern tweens, teens and beyond
about all things period.
Published by Scholastic: January 2026
Other illustrated books include: 

Period Power – Maisie Hill (Bloomsbury)
Perimenopause Power – Maisie Hill (Bloomsbury)
Where is the Love? – Anna Williamson (Bloomsbury)
Breaking Mum & Dad – Anna Williamson (Bloomsbury)
Help! Why am I Changing? – Susan Akass (Cico Kidz, Ryland Peters)
Social Anxiety Project (Wellcome Collection Images)
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