Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working over a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute, on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association, in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.

• 1: What is film?2: Why did cinema start with a splash?3: When do cowboys eat spaghetti?4: How did Snow White become a film star?5: What’s so special about special effects?6: Who calls the shots in a movie?7: How does a film star become a mega star?8: When did ET snip Indiana Jones?9: Is the force with you?10: When was a dog’s life a surprise hit?11: Is the Oscar named after a bottom?12: Will the big screen become the small screen?13: Quick-fire questions14: Glossary / Further discovery15: Index