Ben Wood

The streets are getting completely trashed, and someone extremely snappy is threatening the neighborhood. The crime-fighting pigeons are back on the case, ready to bin the baddies and restore peace to their beloved city. But this time, the mysteries are piling up faster than garbage on trash day. Innocent birds are getting mysteriously boxed up, and the squad realizes they are facing a challenge too huge to handle on their own. To save Trent and stop the chaos, they might have to team up with a very unlikely ally. Dive right into this action-packed, highly illustrated chapter book filled with wild twists and hilarious teamwork. You will follow the feathered detectives as they dodge danger, crack tough clues, and learn that true bravery sometimes means trusting a friend you never expected to make. Grab your binoculars and get ready to flap out, because saving the city has never been this messy or this exciting.

This book has one job: turn you into a chicken. A cheerful wizard is ready to cast the spell, but a worried chicken is not so sure this is a good idea. As the story talks straight to you, every page becomes part of the joke. You may be asked to believe in magic, resist the spell, or think very carefully about what happens when someone suddenly becomes poultry. Now You Are a Chicken is a funny, interactive picture book built for read-aloud giggles. Its fourth-wall-breaking humor, bold silliness, and magical pretend play make it especially fun for kids who like stories that talk back, interrupt themselves, and invite the reader into the chaos.

Human secret agents sound helpful. For the Real Pigeons, they may be the beginning of a very weird problem. In the ninth Real Pigeons adventure, the crime-fighting flock teams up with humans and expects to become unstoppable. Instead, a strange mutant goes on a rampage, pockets vanish from clothes, and someone creates an army of zompigeons. The cases are silly, fast, and packed with the kind of mystery only pigeons would investigate. With comic-style illustrations, short chapters, and nonstop jokes, Real Pigeons Duck Trouble is a strong fit for readers who like funny mysteries, animal heroes, and action that never stays sensible for long. The flock has solved plenty of strange crimes before, but this time the humans may be hiding a secret that changes everything.

The Real Pigeons are taking their crime-fighting to the sky, where the danger has talons. In Real Pigeons Spy High, the feathered squad zooms around in a nest plane and faces three strange cases: birds are falling from the sky, a notorious kitten named Clawzy has been kit-napped, and a swarm of locusts is causing trouble. To crack the mysteries, Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter will need courage, teamwork, and plenty of very pigeon-y problem solving. This illustrated chapter book blends fast action, comic panels, and goofy mystery for readers who enjoy animal heroes with big personalities. It is silly, energetic, and built for kids who like their detective stories with feathers, snacks, and a strong chance of disaster.

Squishy Taylor notices the kinds of things other people miss: odd behavior, strange clues, and neighbors who are suddenly much less boring than they used to be. In this funny chapter book mystery, Squishy is sure something suspicious is happening in her apartment building. There may be illegal diamonds involved, but proving it is not simple, especially when the police are not ready to trust an eleven-year-old detective with a big imagination and an even bigger hunch. With her crowded blended family, her bonus sisters, and a building full of secrets, Squishy has to sort real evidence from wild guesses. Young readers who like clever clues, lively family stories, and junior detectives with plenty of nerve will enjoy following Squishy as she tries to put the case together.

A priceless vase has vanished from a locked apartment, and Squishy Taylor is not the kind of kid who can leave a mystery alone. When Squishy and her bonus sisters, Vee and Jessie, discover that the missing vase may be connected to a set stolen long ago, the case becomes even stranger. Then the building’s security cameras seem to show something impossible: a ghostly Chinese warrior. Is it a real haunting, a trick, or a clue someone wants them to misunderstand? This fast-moving chapter book blends mystery, humor, and family tension as Squishy investigates with sharp eyes and bold ideas. Readers who enjoy puzzle-filled stories, suspicious clues, and junior detectives who refuse to give up will have fun joining Squishy on the case.

The Real Pigeons have handled strange villains before, but this time the whole squad may not come through unchanged. In Real Pigeons Flap Out, the crime-fighting birds face three wild mysteries. Lunches are disappearing from tummies, a lookalike pigeon is making evil plans, and a dangerous dove is wrecking the city. The pigeons will need every power they have, plus trust in one another, to keep solving crimes when the chaos gets personal. Funny, fast, and full of comic energy, this illustrated chapter book gives readers mystery, action, and friendship in one highly ridiculous package. Fans of animal detectives and goofy superhero-style teams will find plenty to enjoy as the flock tries to stay together when everything around them starts to flap apart.

The Real Pigeons count on their pigeon powers. Then those powers disappear. In this twelfth adventure, the flock faces a spooky new set of mysteries: a cursed hole opens in the park, a tongue monster terrorizes the city, and the pigeons must figure out what makes them powerful in the first place. The danger is strange, the jokes are loud, and the cases keep pushing the team into trouble they cannot solve by flapping alone. Real Pigeons Power Up is an energetic illustrated chapter book for readers who like funny mysteries, monster mayhem, and animal heroes with big confidence. Under the silliness, the story also leans into teamwork and problem solving as the pigeons try to save the day without relying on their usual tricks.

Concrete is melting. Feathers are vanishing. An evil hat has cloning plans. Clearly, this is a job for pigeons. In Real Pigeons Flex Feathers, the crime-fighting squad takes on three more bizarre city mysteries. Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter have pigeon powers, but even they may need more than usual when the cases get stranger, sneakier, and more dangerous than expected. This illustrated chapter book is full of goofy action, quick jokes, comic-style drawings, and mysteries that keep readers turning pages. It is a lively pick for kids who enjoy funny animal adventures, junior detective stories, and heroes who do not look heroic at first glance. The Real Pigeons may be small, but no one protects the city quite like this flock.

More pigeons are fighting crime than ever before, but that does not mean the Real Pigeons can relax. In Real Pigeons Peck Punches, the World Wild Network is growing, thieves still need catching, endangered birds need protecting, and the squad faces a shocking problem close to home: there may be a traitor in their own nest. For a team built on trust, that kind of mystery could ruffle more than feathers. Packed with illustrations, jokes, and quick-moving action, this chapter book is a strong choice for readers who like animal heroes, silly detective stories, and fast-paced adventures. The humor is goofy, the danger is ridiculous, and the pigeons remain wonderfully serious about saving the day, even when the day makes absolutely no sense.

The world is enormous when you are a twig. Luckily, Red, Ziggy, Noodle, and Stump are not facing it alone. In this full-color graphic novel, four twig best friends stumble into three small but hilarious adventures. Red discovers that surprises can go wrong when a snail zoo is accidentally ruined, Ziggy and Stump investigate what might be a volcano, and Noodle searches nature for blue paint with very mixed results. Twig Friends is a warm, funny bridge from picture books to graphic novels, with short comic stories, expressive art, and friendship at the center of every mishap. Young readers will enjoy the tiny heroes, big reactions, and playful creativity, including simple step-by-step instructions for making their own twig friend.

Red, Ziggy, Noodle, and Stump may be tiny twigs, but their feelings and adventures are anything but small. In this second Twig Friends graphic novel, the four best friends tumble into three silly comic stories full of treasure-hunting, mud cakes, surprises, and one very sad Stump. Ziggy wants to prove she is a real explorer, Red has ideas about how to enjoy a muddy treat, and the whole group shows that friendship can help when big feelings show up. Bright, funny panels make this an inviting pick for readers moving from picture books into longer comics. With its gentle humor, simple adventures, and make-your-own twig friend activity, this is a cheerful friendship story for kids who like their laughs small, leafy, and full of heart.

The twig friends are ready to go wild, even if wild means dandelion forests, strange discoveries, and maybe magic. In this third Twig Friends graphic novel, Noodle finds a secret dandelion forest, Stump makes a surprising discovery, and Red Twig wonders if he might be a magic wand. The stories are short, bright, and full of small adventures that feel big when your heroes are twigs. Young readers who enjoy funny friendship comics will find an easy, cheerful rhythm here. The full-color panels support growing readers, while the gentle jokes and playful surprises keep the pages moving. A simple craft activity at the end extends the fun, inviting kids to bring a little twiggy imagination into the real world.

The Real Pigeons are brave, clever, and ready for almost anything. Swimming is another matter. In Real Pigeons Splash Back, the flock faces three splashy, strange mysteries. A monster is draining baths across the city, a prankster is causing trouble in a beach town, and a shadowy bad guy may be plotting something much bigger. The pigeons know how to fight crime, but water could be their trickiest enemy yet. This illustrated chapter book mixes mystery, action, and absurd humor in a format that is friendly for growing readers. With comic-style illustrations and quick pacing, it is a fun pick for kids who like animal detectives, silly villains, and heroes who somehow save the day even when they are completely out of their depth.

Squishy Taylor has a new home, a new stepfamily, and two bonus sisters who seem to be everywhere she does not want them to be. Life in a crowded apartment building is already complicated, but then Squishy discovers a runaway boy hiding in the garage. Keeping the secret feels exciting at first, until the mystery grows bigger than she expected. To figure out what is really going on, Squishy may have to work with the very twins she has been trying to avoid. This lively chapter book introduces a cheeky, observant young detective with a blended family, a busy building, and plenty of questions to chase. It is a good fit for readers who enjoy funny family stories, light mysteries, and brave kids solving problems in their own neighborhoods.

Look up at the sky! That ordinary pigeon pecking at breadcrumbs might actually be a secret crime-fighting hero. Welcome to the feathered and fabulous world of Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter. This secret squad of pigeons is dedicated to keeping your town safe from the weirdest villains around. They do not just coo and flap their wings. They solve major mysteries, track down bad guys, and eat danger for breakfast. Have you ever wondered why all the breadcrumbs suddenly disappeared from the park? Or which food truck secretly smells the best? These heroic birds will not rest until every neighborhood is safe and every curious question is answered. Packed with hilarious antics and fast-paced adventure, this illustrated chapter book brings you right into the middle of the flock. Get ready to join the ultimate team of winged warriors as they prove that even the most common birds can do uncommon things.

Step right up to the most dangerous and hilarious bird-brained missions you have ever seen. The secret squad of crime-fighting pigeons is back, and this time they are ready to eat danger for breakfast. Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter are facing their wildest challenges yet as they swoop into action to protect the city. Their latest feathered adventures take them deep undercover into a secret warehouse filled with mysterious bottled birds. If that is not enough to ruffle their feathers, they also have to track down and stop a truly criminal ostrich who is causing massive trouble. Packed with non-stop action, silly hijinks, and unexpected twists, this highly illustrated chapter book pulls you directly into the mystery. You will laugh out loud as you watch these everyday city birds use their unique superpowers to outsmart the bad guys. Grab a snack and join the flock, because protecting the neighborhood has never been this wild or this much fun.

Protecting the city from terrible villains is completely exhausting work, and even secret hero birds need a place to sleep. The famous squad of crime-fighting pigeons is ready to build the perfect nest and take a well-deserved nap. Unfortunately, the city is far too wild for them to rest their wings just yet. A bone-crunching vulture is on the loose, stealing everything in sight. A beastly child is running completely amok through the local park, causing massive chaos. On top of all that, Homey's long-lost family has been mysteriously bird-napped and needs to be rescued immediately. How can you focus on fighting crime when you cannot find a comfortable spot to lay your head? Dive into this fast-paced, highly illustrated chapter book full of ridiculous mysteries and heroic rescues. You will flap along with the team as they try to solve three massive cases, save the neighborhood, and finally build the ultimate cozy nest.

The city is in total chaos, and the mayor has officially banned all birds from the streets. This is terrible news for your favorite team of feathered detectives. Rock, Frillback, Tumbler, Homey, and Grandpouter are used to protecting the neighborhood, but how can they fight crime when they are not even allowed to step outside? The stakes are higher than ever as a terrifying bread monster roams the city and a squad of evil bunnies attempts a full takeover. These bad guys think they have finally outsmarted the heroic pigeons, but they are completely wrong. Jump into this highly illustrated chapter book packed with nonstop action and laugh-out-loud ridiculousness. You will join the squad as they sneak around the bird ban, crack three hilarious new mysteries, and figure out how to stop the crumbiest villains in town. Get ready to cheer for the coolest crime-fighters in the sky as they prove that no rule can stop true heroes.

The Real Pigeons are famous now. That is not as useful as it sounds. When a video of the crime-fighting flock goes viral, everyone starts watching them. Solving mysteries is much harder when fans, cameras, and attention are everywhere. Still, the pigeons have work to do: a slime crime needs solving, rolling pigeons have vanished, and someone wants to trap Frillback in a cage. Real Pigeons Stay Coo is a funny illustrated chapter book about keeping calm when the spotlight gets too bright. With three silly mysteries, comic-style art, and the series’ usual bird-brained bravery, it gives readers plenty of action and laughs while showing how a team handles pressure, fame, and danger without losing its cool.