Cyberama: Electric Quest: A Children's Book on Internet Safety and Cybersecurity

by Arthi Vasudevan, Jasmin Sorto (Artist)

Overview

In this middle grade adventure book about cyber safety, Maya, Dave, and their AI animals are plunged back into the high-stakes cyberworld where digital dangers are all too real.

"I couldn't put the book down. I read it in one day as it's as good as Percy Jackson. I really liked Cyber Panda and Maya. An amazing book with a wonderful story."

-Grace Peterson, middle school student

After their harrowing experience with the VR game Cyberama, which nearly led to their parents' secret project being stolen by cybercriminals, Maya and Dave are tasked with stopping a global cyberattack on the electric power grids.

Maya and her best friend Dave team up with the CIA again to outsmart hackers, crack tricky codes, and learn why it's important to protect personal information online.

Inspired by real events, this exciting STEM book will teach readers about:

• cybersecurity in a fun and easy way that all will understand,
• new skills to protect themselves online,
• various cyber threats, such as ransomware, phishing attacks, and social engineering,
• the responsibilities that come with creating and using advanced technologies, and
• how critical thinking and collaboration can help overcome complex challenges.

Packed with twists, action, and lessons about online safety, Cyberama: Electric Quest will thrill young readers while empowering them to navigate the digital world with confidence and caution.

"This book is a must-have for any child growing up in the modern age, as it equips them with the essential knowledge and skills needed to stay safe online while fostering a lifelong interest in technology and security."

-Dd Budiharto, founder and CEO of Cyber Point Advisory

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781634897662
Publisher:	Wise Ink Creative Publishing
Publication date:	04/08/2025
Pages:	152
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

About the Author

Arthi Vasudevan is a technology leader and cybersecurity professional with 16+ years of experience, mom, author, and TEDx speaker. Through her book series, Cyberama, its accompanying online game, and related interactive workshops, she has educated over 3,500 students, parents, and educators on internet safety and social media awareness. She regularly speaks at industry conferences and C-suite round tables. Arthi is passionate about promoting STEM and cyber ethics in young students.

Arthi holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from Rice University. She has been featured in the book "Everyday Superheroes, Women in Energy" as a trailblazer. She is also the recipient of multiple awards including the Houston Business Journal's "Women Who Mean Business," Empowering Women in Industry, and ALLY Energy's GRIT.

Jasmin Sorto is a freelance digital artist with eighteen years of experience creating artwork, specializing in stylized semi-realism, character and lighting design, concept art, and cinematic-inspired illustrations. Over the years she has drawn inspiration from the anime she'd watch and the manga she'd read. These inspirations have heavily influenced her art style. She has always gravitated toward anything that has stunning illustrative work as well as animation, which she uses as inspiration to further her skills.