Author & Illustrator Profile
Gene Luen Yang
2 Books
Gene Luen Yang is a celebrated American cartoonist and writer specializing in graphic novels that often explore themes of culture and identity. He gained widespread acclaim for 'American Born Chinese', which was the first graphic novel nominated for a National Book Award. He has also contributed significantly to the 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' graphic novel series and the historical epic 'Boxers & Saints'.
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
Chris Duffy
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With
Leonard S. Marcus, Vanessa Davis, Eleanor Davis, Nick Abadzis, Richard Thompson, James Sturm, Craig Thompson, G. Willow 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 Carre, Rebecca Dart, Jules Feiffer, Lucy Knisley, J.P. Coovert, Aaron Renier, Vera Brosgol, and Scott Campbell
Fifty beloved nursery rhymes leap off the page in this vibrant graphic novel collection. Each classic tale is completely reimagined into a short comic by a different celebrated cartoonist, offering a fresh visual take on the stories you know by heart. From the crooked mile walked by the Crooked Man to the misadventures of the Three Little Kittens, these familiar rhymes gain new life through dynamic paneling and engaging full-color artwork. The visual format makes the poetry incredibly approachable, letting you follow the action step-by-step as Jack and Jill tumble down the hill or the Owl and the Pussycat set sail. Whether you are reading these rhymes for the first time or revisiting old favorites, the unique artistic styles bring out the humor, mystery, and joy hidden in the traditional text. It is a perfect blend of classic literature and modern comic storytelling that offers endless details to discover in every panel.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
130 Pages
