## Journey into Percy Jackson’s World
Percy Jackson is a series of exciting stories that mix ancient Greek myths with the modern world. The first book was written by Rick Riordan in 2005, won the hearts of young readers, and sold millions of copies worldwide. Now Percy’s adventures keep going on TV and in new books.

### Meeting Rick Riordan
Rick Riordan is famous for writing stories that spark kids’ imaginations. This time he is coming to Newsround to answer your questions. You can ask things like, “What is Percy’s favorite food?” or “How do writers work together?” Rick and his new co‑author Annabelle Oh can’t wait to hear from you.

### New Book: *Camp Half‑Blood: The Wild Zone*
Rick Riordan’s newest book, *Camp Half‑Blood: The Wild Zone*, follows Percy and his friends on a brand‑new adventure. Co‑written with Annabelle Oh, the story takes place at a camp full of mythic monsters and exciting challenges. The book shows how two writers can team up to create something big and fun.

### Why It Matters
- **Boosts Creativity:** Learning how authors think and write helps kids grow their own imagination.
- **Mythology Learning:** Greek myths give a cool way to learn about history and culture.
- **Teamwork Example:** Two writers working together shows why teamwork is important.

### Did You Know?
- Percy’s favorite snack is called “blue food.” In real life that could be a blue fruit or vegetable.
- Percy’s camp looks like a real summer camp, but it hides giant gods and monsters.
- Rick Riordan often mixes real historic events with mythic characters to make reading both fun and educational.

### Questions Kids Might Ask
1. **What is Percy’s biggest fear?** – Even when fighting gods, Percy learns to stay brave.
2. **How do writers get ideas?** – Inspiration often comes from everyday life, old stories, and imagination.
3. **What creatures are in the new book?** – The story includes giants, centaurs, and mysterious new monsters.

### How It Helps Kids
- **Reading Habit:** The Percy Jackson series makes kids want to read more.
- **Critical Thinking:** Mythic tales teach you to look at events from different angles.
- **Cultural Awareness:** Greek myths give a window into another culture.

### Summary and What’s Next
Percy Jackson’s world offers fun and learning together. Rick Riordan and Annabelle Oh’s new book feeds imagination while teaching mythology and history. By sending your questions to Newsround, you can talk directly with the authors and grow your own creativity. In the future, more writers may team up with kids in this kind of exciting way.