How to Be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs

Do you have what it takes to become a detective, a crime scene investigator, or a forensic scientist?
 
Written by Detective Alexandra Beever, this fully illustrated book will inspire any child with an interest in helping people and solving mysteries. Uncover what it’s like to become a laboratory analyst, an expert in fingerprints, or even a helicopter pilot!
 
How to Be a Detective is the second book in the How to Be a... series, authored and illustrated exclusively by women, which explores a wide range of careers for young readers to aspire to.

Alexandra Beever has been a detective with Thames Valley Police for 15 years. Following a science degree at university, she competed at the Olympics and won a gold medal at the World Championships as part of the GB Rowing Team. After seven years as a full-time athlete, a career in policing appealed to Alexandra as it combined her interests in law and supporting others to make better life choices with her passion for the outdoors, being active and working as part of a team. Once the work day has finished, Alex enjoys spending time with her daughter, their miniature dachshunds, Boo-Boo and Coconut, and pony George. She also loves taking trips to the seaside and catching up with friends.

Sol Linero is a children's book illustrator and graphic designer who has illustrated several books for kids, including others in the How to Be a... series. She lives and works in Buenos Aires, Argentina.