Sydney Padua

About the Author

Sydney Padua is a Canadian-born author, illustrator, and filmmaker renowned for her inventive blend of history, science, and whimsy in graphic storytelling. With a background in animation and visual effects, she brings a dynamic energy to her work, transforming obscure Victorian-era tales into captivating narratives. Padua's debut graphic novel, The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage: The (Mostly) True Story of the First Computer (Pantheon Graphic Library), reimagines the lives of Ada Lovelace and Charles Babbage as a steampunk adventure, earning acclaim for its meticulous research, humor, and celebration of women's contributions to computing. Her writing draws on her passion for mathematics and machinery, making complex ideas accessible and entertaining for readers of all ages.