Librarian Information Sheet

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, yet many young readers encounter it long before they understand it.

Rather than teaching AI through technical language, The Invisible Score introduces important concepts through an engaging story that encourages curiosity, thoughtful discussion, and informed decision-making.

This makes it suitable for independent reading, family discussions, classroom conversations, and library programming.

• Makes AI approachable for young readers
• Encourages critical thinking
• Supports Digital Citizenship
• Introduces AI literacy through storytelling
• Promotes meaningful family conversations
• Excellent for STEM programming
• Connects technology with real life

Prompts to open a conversation - equally at home in a classroom, a family living room, or a book club circle.

• How do algorithms influence our daily lives?
• What information do apps collect about us?
• When should humans make the final decision instead of AI?
• Can AI ever be completely fair?
• What does it mean to be a responsible digital citizen?
• How can we think critically about technology?

Ready-to-run programming ideas for libraries, schools, and community groups. Pick one this season or combine several into a broader AI literacy series.

“This book is designed to spark conversations - not provide all the answers. The goal is to help young readers ask better questions about the technology shaping their lives.”

I write because I enjoy making complex ideas feel simple.

My background spans technology, financial services, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and risk management, and I hold a Master’s in Computer Science. But what I really love is the moment a hard idea suddenly clicks - the exact moment a technology stops feeling intimidating and starts feeling knowable.

I wrote The Invisible Score because I wanted my own children - and every young reader I’ve ever taught, mentored, or spoken with - to understand the systems that already shape their lives. I wanted them to feel curious, not confused.

“I wrote The Invisible Score because artificial intelligence is already influencing many of the decisions we experience every day, yet it often feels invisible. My goal was to create a story that helps young readers, parents, and educators understand AI - not through technical explanations, but through relatable characters and everyday situations that encourage curiosity, discussion, and critical thinking.”- Subhasit Ratnam

AI literacy talks, library events, school visits, STEM nights, and book discussions are available. To invite the author or discuss a program for your community, please use the contact page on the website.