Author & Adapter Profile
Benjamin Harper
14 Books
Benjamin Harper is a children's author whose work includes graphic novels, adventure stories, and activity books. His books often bring humor, action, and high-energy twists to familiar tales and popular worlds. He has written titles connected to Star Wars, Bug Girl, and playful reimaginings of classic stories.
A vain ghost is causing serious trouble in the local village shops, tossing items around and terrifying the residents. Famed professional ghost hunters are immediately on the case, hoping to catch the spooky specter on camera to win a massive million dollar prize. But this is no ordinary phantom. In life, this foolish emperor was tricked by clever trickster tailors into parading around town wearing absolutely nothing, believing he was dressed in the finest invisible silks.
Now, the ghost hunters plan to use those exact same tricky tactics to outsmart the phantom and claim their reward. You will experience the classic story of the Emperor's New Clothes like never before in this highly entertaining graphic novel. Step into a world filled with silly scares, clever traps, and hilarious twists that will keep you guessing until the final page.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Deep in Gem Forest, there is absolutely no stronger elf than the mighty John Henry. With a single swing of his massive hammer, he can carve out a perfect, sparkling mining tunnel through solid rock. So when a slick sales-gnome arrives claiming he has a steam-powered machine that digs faster and better than any living miner, John Henry is more than ready to prove him wrong and defend his title.
But as the epic digging contest begins, the heavy machinery violently shakes the mountain, inadvertently awakening a hidden nest of vicious orcs. Suddenly, the race is the least of their problems. You will be on the edge of your seat watching John Henry use his incredible strength to defeat the creeping creatures and outpace the gnome's contraption. The classic American legend gets an extraordinary fantasy twist in this thrilling graphic novel.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
44 Pages
Three elite members of Pig Force are flying on a highly classified, top-secret mission. They must successfully deliver the crucial blueprints for a brand new high-tech home base, the only structure strong enough to keep the Pig Force completely safe from the villainous Wolf Force. But transporting the plans through hostile skies is far more dangerous than they anticipated.
Hot on their tail is Lana Wolf, a crack pilot equipped with a devastating Wind Turbine Blaster. Her powerful weapon can generate enough wind to blow their Hog-25b Jet Fighter right out of the sky. You will join the brave pigs in the cockpit as they pull off daring aerial maneuvers to outsmart their relentless pursuer. This high-flying graphic novel reimagines a beloved fairy tale as an explosive, futuristic sci-fi adventure.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Young Ion is incredibly bored by his quiet life in a little Transylvanian village. To spice things up and entertain himself, the imaginative prankster runs false vampire drills, screaming for help and causing a total panic. But after too many fake alarms, the annoyed villagers decide to stop listening to his frantic cries. Then, one terrifying night, a dark shadow passes by Ion's window.
This time, it is no joke. A real, blood-thirsty vampire has arrived! Have all of Ion's fibs finally come back to bite him, or can the boy figure out a clever way to escape this batty situation on his own? You will watch Aesop's classic fable of the Boy Who Cried Wolf receive a playful, modern twist in this full-color, action-packed graphic novel retelling.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Thunder the Lion is a massive, mighty warrior leading a fierce resistance group to fight off the terrifying Zurg aliens who currently occupy Earth. When Daisy the Mouse bravely rushes in to join the cause, she is immediately laughed right out of the base by the giant lion and his seasoned soldiers. But everything changes when the resistance falls into a trap and Thunder is taken prisoner by the extraterrestrial invaders.
Now, it is entirely up to tiny Daisy to plan a daring rescue mission. Can a small mouse and a mighty lion actually team up to drive back the alien threat once and for all? You will see Aesop's classic fable receive a playful, explosive modern twist in this vibrant graphic novel. Experience the tale of courage and unexpected teamwork like never before.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Mr. and Mrs. Mantis are out foraging for their next meal when they stumble across a mysterious, solitary egg. Knowing it will hatch into a juicy caterpillar soon, the hungry insect couple brings it home and patiently waits. But when the egg finally cracks open, they are in for a massive surprise. Out pops a speedy, bright red critter that immediately zooms away at top speed!
The Mantises frantically try to chase down their escaping dinner, but the high-speed chase only attracts more hungry predators. Soon, an entire crowd of creatures has set their sights on eating the incredibly nimble Ginger-Red Caterpillar. You will follow the hilarious, fast-paced pursuit in this clever graphic novel that reimagines the classic story of The Gingerbread Man with a fantastic bug-filled twist.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Having been raised by wild Sasquatches, the legendary Pecos Bill has the unique ability to tame absolutely any mythical cryptid. Whether it is a vicious Chupacabra, a massive Loch Ness monster, or a leaping jackalope, Bill can wrangle them all. Wanting to share his incredible critter skills, he joins the Crypto Kids Gang, but he soon faces a bucketload of unexpected troubles.
Their monster ranch is getting way too crowded, a massive tornado is heading straight for their property, and a girl named Sue is determined to ride Bill's dangerous bunyip. You will join the gang to see if these challenges are simply too monstrous for even the great Pecos Bill to rein in. The classic legend of America's greatest cowboy gets twisted into a wild, creature-filled graphic novel adventure.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
44 Pages
Peter Pan has decided he is finished with kid stuff. Instead of staying forever young, he wants to become something ancient, spooky, and wrapped in bandages: a mummy. After hearing Wendy Darling tell a frightening story, Peter leads Wendy and the boys away to Mummy Land, a strange place filled with eerie creatures and dangerous surprises.
This twisted graphic novel retelling gives the classic Peter Pan story a playful monster-movie spin. Skeleton pirates, ghoulish scenery, and fast comic panels keep the adventure lively, while the story still circles around a question Peter Pan readers know well: what does it really mean to grow up? It is a spooky, funny pick for kids who like classics with a far-out twist.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
A Graphic Novel
Grasshopper and Ant are not exactly enemies, but they certainly do not understand each other. Grasshopper loves to live strictly in the moment, spending his days peacefully practicing yoga and loudly rehearsing with his rock band. Meanwhile, Ant is an intense, anxious planner who keeps ruining Grasshopper's mellow flow with noisy construction. Convinced the world is ending, Ant is frantically building an underground bunker.
Grasshopper cannot help but be annoyed by his neighbor's constant panic. However, everything abruptly changes when a massive mudslide strikes their area! Is it actually the end of the world? You will watch the two neighbors put aside their extreme differences in philosophy to survive the disaster. This exciting graphic novel takes a classic fable and gives it a highly entertaining, modern twist on friendship and preparedness.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Princess Swampelina has just dropped her magical wand into a filthy, mucky bog. As a young witch who loves all things spooky and gross, she expects a creepy creature to help her out. Luckily, a voice calls out from the mud, promising to retrieve the wand if she agrees to become its friend. Unluckily for Swampelina, the helpful creature turns out to be a pretty, pink butterfly.
Desperate to avoid anything beautiful or cute, the young witch tries every spell in her spellbook to ditch her new brightly colored companion. You will join Swampelina as she dodges, dashes, and casts her way through the swamp, only to discover that looks can be highly deceiving. This modern, hilarious twist on the Brothers Grimm classic brings the Frog Prince to life with bold graphic novel artwork and a completely unexpected friendship.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
In the distant future, kid-genius Robin Hood has successfully invented amazing time-traveling technology. However, his greedy company only wants to use the tech to control the timeline and make sure history stays exactly the same to protect their power. Realizing the danger, Robin decides to take matters into his own hands. He jumps through the portal, determined to travel through different eras and help people throughout the ages.
Along the way, the brilliant time traveler teams up with a crew of other caring, adventurous kids. But with Robin's heartless boss relentlessly chasing the group across centuries, keeping up their noble quest becomes more dangerous by the minute. You will experience the legendary tale of Robin Hood infused with thrilling science fiction elements in this action-packed graphic novel retelling.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Brains are in short supply, and Hansel and Gretel’s zombie family is getting hungry. With tourists no longer wandering into their graveyard, the undead kids head into the Magical Forest in disguise, hoping to find their next meal. But the forest already has a dangerous host: Mrs. Witch, who runs a trap of her own.
This graphic novel turns the classic Hansel and Gretel tale into a spooky-funny adventure with monsters, tricks, and comic-book energy. The story keeps the shape of a familiar fairy tale but flips the roles in a playful way, making it a good pick for readers who enjoy creepy humor without anything too serious or scary.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Chicken Little and her friends are bravely living on the final frontier as residents of a high-tech moon base. One normal day, Chicken Little notices a small but terrifying dip in the base's oxygen levels. She immediately fears they are in big trouble. However, back when they lived on Earth, she had falsely claimed the sky was falling just because an acorn hit her head.
Because of that embarrassing mistake, absolutely none of her friends believe her warnings now. You will be on the edge of your seat as she tries to gather evidence and convince her crewmates before it is too late. Can she save the space station, or will this turn into a real disaster? The classic European folktale is boldly retold with a thrilling science fiction twist in this fast-paced graphic novel.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
Engage your hyperdrive and prepare to explore the most incredible spacecraft in the galaxy. From the agile, lightning-fast Jedi Starfighters to the heavily modified, one-and-only Millennium Falcon, you will discover the essential details of the best-loved ships from the Star Wars universe. This ultra-cool guide takes you directly into the cockpits and engineering bays of the vehicles that changed the fate of the stars.
Each page uncovers amazing information, technical specs, and little-known facts about your favorite Star Wars ships. You will also find a giant fold-out poster inside that reveals even more magnificent spacecraft in stunning detail. Whether you want to know about the fastest smugglers' rigs or the most powerful battle cruisers, this comprehensive visual guide is the perfect resource for young fans eager to master the technology of a galaxy far, far away.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
