Lucy Hawking

Lucy Hawking NASA 2008 (cropped)

Lucy Hawking

Catherine Lucy Hawking (born 2 November 1970) is an English journalist, novelist, educator, and philanthropist. She is the daughter of the theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking and writer Jane Hawking. Lucy is best known for her children's books, particularly the George series, which aims to explain complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner for young readers.

Early Life and Education

Lucy Hawking was born in England and grew up in Cambridge. She attended the University of Oxford, where she studied French and Russian. She later pursued a postgraduate degree in International Journalism at City, University of London.

Career

Lucy began her career as a journalist, writing for publications such as The Daily Mail, The Telegraph, and The Times. She has also worked as a radio journalist.

Novels

Lucy Hawking has written several novels for adults, including Jaded and Run for Your Life. However, she gained significant recognition for her children's books.

Children's Books

Lucy co-authored the George series with her father, Stephen Hawking. The series includes titles such as George's Secret Key to the Universe, George's Cosmic Treasure Hunt, and George and the Blue Moon. These books combine adventure stories with scientific explanations, aiming to inspire young readers to develop an interest in science.

Philanthropy and Advocacy

Lucy Hawking is actively involved in various philanthropic activities. She is a trustee of the Stephen Hawking Foundation, which supports research into motor neurone disease and promotes scientific education. She is also an advocate for people with disabilities and has worked to promote the inclusion of disabled individuals in society.

Personal Life

Lucy Hawking has a son, William Hawking, who was diagnosed with autism. She has spoken publicly about her experiences as a parent of a child with autism and has worked to raise awareness about the condition.

Awards and Recognition

Lucy Hawking has received several awards for her contributions to literature and science communication. She was awarded the Sapio Prize for popularizing science and has been recognized by various educational institutions for her efforts to make science accessible to children.

Selected Bibliography

• Jaded (2004)
• Run for Your Life (2005)
• George's Secret Key to the Universe (2007)
• George's Cosmic Treasure Hunt (2009)
• George and the Big Bang (2011)
• George and the Unbreakable Code (2014)
• George and the Blue Moon (2016)

See Also

• Stephen Hawking
• Jane Hawking
• George's Secret Key to the Universe
• Autism