Author & Illustrator Profile
Gene Luen Yang
2 Books
Gene Luen Yang is a celebrated American cartoonist and writer specializing in graphic novels that explore profound themes of culture, history, and identity. He gained widespread acclaim for American Born Chinese, a groundbreaking work that became the first graphic novel nominated for a National Book Award. He has contributed significantly to the Avatar: The Last Airbender graphic novel series and penned the historical epic Boxers & Saints. Through dynamic storytelling and engaging artwork, he continues to create highly influential and accessible stories for young readers.
Collected by
Jennifer L. Holm, Matthew Holm, and Jarrett J. Krosoczka
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With
Dan Santat, Raina Telgemeier, Dave Roman, Dav Pilkey, Ursula Vernon, Eric Wight, and Gene Luen Yang
Get ready to laugh until milk comes out of your nose with this incredibly funny collection of comic stories. Some of the greatest comic creators in the world have teamed up to write about every student’s absolute favorite subject: recess.
Inside this action packed anthology, you will find eight sidesplitting adventures featuring familiar heroes like Babymouse and Lunch Lady, alongside plenty of brand new characters. The schoolyard has never been this wild. Prepare to face off against giant pizza monsters, uncover secret ninja clubs, battle alien invaders, and run from the terrifying Dinozilla.
From epic playground battles and terrible puns to daring escapes and hilarious bullies, this book perfectly captures the chaotic joy of free time at school. Whether you love superheroes, mysteries, or just out of control silliness, there is a story waiting for you here. Grab your friends and jump right into the most exciting recess ever.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
144 Pages
50 Timeless Rhymes from 50 Celebrated Cartoonists
By
Vanessa Davis, Eleanor Davis, Nick Abadzis, Richard Thompson, James Sturm, Craig Thompson, Gahan Wilson, Drew Weing, Stan Sakai, Richard Sala, Roz Chast, Raina Telgemeier, Mike Mignola, Tao Nyeu, Mathew Forsythe, Cyril Pedrosa, Sara Varon, Laura Park, Marc Rosenthal, Patrick Mcdonnell, Jen Wang, Jordan Crane, Jaime Hernández, Lark Pien, George O'Connor, Dave Roman, Ben Hatke, Kate Beaton, Bob Flynn, Theo Ellsworth, Nick Bruel, Alexis Frederick-Fost, David Macaulay, Tony Millionaire, Mark Martin, Eric Orchard, Gilbert Hernández, Gene Luen Yang, Mo Oh, Mark Siegel, Stephanie Yue, Lilli Carré, Rebecca Dart, Jules Feiffer, Lucy Knisley, J.P. Coovert, Aaron Renier, Vera Brosgol, and Scott Campbell
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Collected by
Chris Duffy
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With
Leonard S. Marcus
Have you ever wondered what Jack and Jill, Old Mother Hubbard, and the Owl and the Pussycat look like in a comic book? Welcome to a whole new way to read the classics!
Nursery Rhyme Comics takes fifty of your favorite traditional rhymes and brings them to life through colorful, action-packed comic panels. Instead of just reading the words, you get to see the hilarious and surprising ways fifty different cartoonists imagine these timeless stories. Every rhyme is short, sweet, and easy to read, with bright artwork that makes each page a brand-new adventure.
Whether you are discovering these rhymes for the very first time or seeing old favorites in a totally new style, this collection is packed with funny moments, wild characters, and amazing art. It is the perfect mix of classic poetry and modern graphic novels, designed specially to keep you turning the pages with a giant smile on your face.
6-8 Years
119 Pages
