John Allan author page

John Allan biography

John Allan is a children’s nonfiction author whose books introduce young readers to sport, science, technology and machines. His published work includes titles for Hungry Tomato and Lerner Publishing Group.

Allan’s sports books include Be the Best at Swimming, Be the Best at Tennis, Be the Best at Basketball, Be the Best at Football and Be the Best at Golf. The books use short explanations, photographs, diagrams, drills and practical tips to introduce skills and techniques for younger readers.

His other children’s nonfiction titles include The Mighty Mechanics’ Guide to Speed, The Mighty Mechanics’ Book of Amazing Farm Machines, The Mighty Mechanics’ Book of Space and books in the What Machines Do series.

Golf, also listed as Be the Best at Golf, was published by Hungry Tomato in 2022. The book explains golf equipment, stance, swing, putting, practice activities and the fitness needed to play the sport.

The library-bound edition of Be the Best at Golf was published by Lerner Publishing Group for readers in grades 3 to 6.