Collection: Comics & Graphic Novels

Discover the magic of the wilderness in this breathtaking graphic novel reminiscent of The Secret Garden.

Poppy's mother hasn't been the same since Gran passed away. She stays inside and watches TV, unable to leave the couch. So maybe that's why Poppy has started spending more time outside, taking her dog Pepper for walks around the neighborhood. When Pepper leads Poppy through a hole in the fence, she finds a forgotten forest that's been there all along, as well as a new friend named Rob.

Rob teaches Poppy that you can find magic in the wilderness - if you know where to look! Poppy looks, and then she looks closer ... and sees flowers opening before her eyes, watches animals slip into their hidden homes, and listens to the sound of water droplets falling gently on puddles, leaves and feathers. She can barely wait to tell Mum about everything she's seen, and asks her to come see, too - but her mother rarely has the energy to leave the couch. Will Poppy ever be able help her mother see the beauty in the woods - and in life?

This beautifully illustrated graphic novel is an exploration of grief, love, and finding magic in the wilderness - and in ourselves.

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Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.7

Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of a text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation of fiction, folktale, myth, poem).

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3

Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

The elegant, enthralling action manga that became the hit anime! Find out why readers have flocked to this "gorgeous, absorbing, surprisingly emotionally resonant" masterpiece!

SEARCHING FOR PURPOSE

In a world inhabited by crystalline lifeforms called The Lustrous, every unique gem must fight for their way of life against the threat of lunarians who would turn them into decorations. Phosphophyllite, the most fragile and brittle of gems, longs to join the battle. When Phos is instead assigned to complete a natural history of their world, it sounds like a dull and pointless task. But this new job brings Phos into contact with Cinnabar, a gem forced to live in isolation. Can Phos's seemingly mundane assignment lead both Phos and Cinnabar to the fulfillment they desire?

Now in graphic novel!

The phenomenally successful Bad Kitty series is purr-fect for fans of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man and Ben Clanton's Narwhal and Jelly series, reluctant readers, comic book fans, and cranky cats.

It's Bad Kitty's birthday, and you're invited!

Happy Birthday, Bad Kitty is the second illustrated novel from bestselling author-illustrator Nick Bruel--now in full color! It's packed with deadpan humor, rich tidbits of cat information -- and even some suspense! Who took Kitty's presents? Why are Kitty's friends so bizarre? Readers will laugh out loud at Kitty's feline mood swings, and they'll be touched by the heartwarming visit from a surprise guest.

Terrorizing its populace, Jack the Ripper has shaken London to its very core. But when Sebastian Michaelis, singular butler of the Phantomhive house, lays bare the madman's true identity, all that is left for him to do is eliminate the perpetrator in the name of the Queen and Phantomhive. But inhumanly efficient skills don't guarantee victory when the opponent is just as supernaturally gifted! And though Sebastian may be able to save Ciel from physical harm in the battle that ensues, will the young earl ever recover from the emotional scars it will leave on his heart?

The Fix-Its: Nail Needs Help is the latest in I Can Read Comics, an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.

Meet Nail and Hammer, two pals in this STEM-focused story by author-illustrator Sarah Lynne Reul. When Nail gets stuck, Hammer is ready to lend a helping hand. But will Hammer's hard-headedness make things worse?

The Fix-Its: Nail Needs Help is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, an engaging story for children starting to read on their own.

The wildly popular, bestselling sci-fi series by Katherine Applegate and Michael Grant returns in a new full-color graphic novel series, adapted by Chris Grine.

Sometimes weird things happen to people. Ask Jake. He could tell you about the night he and his friends saw a strange light in the sky that seemed to be heading right for them. That was the night five normal kids learned that humanity is under a silent attack -- and were given the power to fight back.Now Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco can transform into some of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. And they must use that power to outsmart an evil greater than anything the world has ever seen. . . .

Based on the hit otome mobile game with an anime, this fantasy comedy about seven devil boys will be available in English-language print for the first time from Seven Seas!

As the underworld's school bells ring, a little sheep wakes up at the Royal Academy of Diavolo in the Devildom--where seven eccentric demon brothers await. This wooly critter is actually a human exchange student...so how did they end up a sheep? Everything is a blank!

Now, this sheep must figure out how to turn back into a human and regain their memories as Lucifer and the other demons raise hell with devilish hijinks!

A group of Cree teens gather around a fire to share stories of spirits and shapeshifters in this chilling debut graphic novel.

"Bad Medicine's about as good as medicine can get -- stories with blood on the ground, sure, but a lot left in the heart, too." --Stephen Graham Jones, author of The Only Good Indians

After wandering out to the river near their homes, five teens decide to build a fire and exchange horror stories. Chad begins by telling the group about an unfortunate fisher who encountered a cluster of small, malevolent creatures while navigating the river in his canoe. Attempting to defend himself, Carl lashed out with an oar... and his world changed forever. One by one, the teens try to outdo each other, and the evening evolves into an impromptu storytelling competition.

On certain nights, if you walk along Loon River and peer under the bridge, you might spot a fire. You might hear a laugh. You might hear a scream. If you edge closer--and the conditions are just right--your view of the river will melt away, into the inky black beyond the firelight. Not to worry--the echoes of rushing water will help you find your way back. Or will they?

Inspired by Cree folklore and modern Cree life, Bad Medicine will transport readers to terrifying new worlds that only exist at the edges of human imagination.

Filled with earnest quotes, snarky observations, episode recaps, inspirational mantras, and classic images readers with fond memories of the 1980s classic cartoon He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! will use the wit and wisdom found in this affordable and affable volume to launch their own plans toward planetary domination.

Thanks to its multitude of dynamic characters and rich fantasy and science-fiction storytelling, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe has resonated with fans for more than thirty years. Skeletor, He-Man's evil nemesis in the show, remains an icon of villainy for generations who grew up hearing his cackle.
Now, for the first time, all of the diabolical wit and wisdom gleaned from Skeletor's unrelenting campaign to wreak havoc on the planet Eternia are collected into one practical, and practically hilarious, volume. This fully authorized, comical, and empowering guide places the evil Skeletor in a variety of troubling scenarios that will be familiar to any reader--from 'Family and Frenemies' to 'Career' and 'Downtime'--and asks the all-important question: What Would Skeletor Do? Combining words of devilish wisdom with appropriate (or inappropriate!) pictures from the original cartoons, this book lets Skeletor tell you how to handle any awkward situation with aplomb. With tongue planted very firmly in cheek, What Would Skeletor Do? is the perfect inspirational resource for pop-culture aficionados of all ages.

From social media sensation Lennnie, a full-color, illustrated self-care book filled with all-new insights to boost our mental health--wisdom to help us combat the negativity and hate, find acceptance and peace, and embrace the miracle of ourselves and the wonder of life itself.

"Hello humans, my name's Lennnie, I'm a little Blob that was sent by the book Gods to come check on you. So, let's get into it shall we? It really is a chaotic tornado sh*tstorm of debauchery out there . . . but I promise you're gonna be okay. Really Truly Absolutely Positively Fine. Even if it doesn't feel like it right now."

At a time when many of us yearn for a world filled with more kindness, compassion, and community, Lennnie--an adorable, sassy, loving animated blob--has become a social media star. A dose of Lennnie's gentle, down-to-earth positivity gets us get through even the darkest days, because Lennnie keeps it real, avoiding empty platitudes and reminding of us of the most important thing: love. Lennnie encourages us to disregard the haters, especially those negative voices that can fill our heads, and brings joy and happiness into our daily lives.

Advice from a Blob features exclusive, all-new material covering a range of issues that matter most, both to Lennnie's avid fanbase and to everyone just discovering this beautiful little Blob. Packed with 130 unique, full-color illustrations with extended captions, this charming keepsake book offers wisdom and insights on important themes central to our mental health, including grief, loneliness, thought demons, failure, coping with change, anxiety, feeling lost, and finding your people. As Lennnie reminds us, no matter where we are in life, we've got this.

copyright Lennnie, LLC

Pirkei Avot ("Chapters of the Fathers") is Judaism's oldest and most important compilation of rabbinic ethical teachings. In this volume, Jessica Tamar Deutsch has woven the entirety of the work (translated into English) through more than 120 pages of illustration.

The book is meant for everyone: kids, teens, and adults. It can be read, studied, or used in a classroom. It can even double as a coloring book. The complete Hebrew text is also present in an appendix.

Midoriya inherits the superpower of the world's greatest hero, but greatness won't come easy.

What would the world be like if 80 percent of the population manifested superpowers called "Quirks"? Heroes and villains would be battling it out everywhere! Being a hero would mean learning to use your power, but where would you go to study? The Hero Academy of course! But what would you do if you were one of the 20 percent who were born Quirkless?

A new player emerges in the underground world of villains in the form of the Meta Liberation Army. Led by the CEO of the Detnerat Corporation, the MLA is preparing for a new metahuman revolution. In their eyes, the League of Villains is an obstacle to be removed, but Tomura and his band of miscreants aren't about to go down quietly. It's army versus league in all-out war, and dominance must be established.

THE FELINE MENACE

Distracted by the charms of toe beans and tummy fur...productivity halted by a fuzzy weight on your lap or keyboard...precious belongings knocked off their shelves...cats are adorable menaces, out to bring humanity to its knees. Is there any way to escape these evil feline clutches?!

Multi-Eisner award-winning writer Paul Tobin pens a fantasy epic of the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, a witcher--one of the few remaining monster hunters from the critically acclaimed video game fantasy The Witcher by CD Projekt Red!

Featuring story art by Joe Querio, Piotr Kowalski, Max Bertolini, with a bonus sketchbook section and additional art by Dave Johnson (100 Bullets), Dan Panosian (Slots), Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), Duncan Fegredo (MPH), Simon Bisley (Lobo), and a cover by Mike Mignola (Hellboy).

Collects issues #1-#5 of The Witcher comic series House of Glass, Fox Children, Curse of Crows, and the Killing Monsters one-shot--and features annotations from the creators of the comics, as well as a sketchbook section.

Danielle needs a perfect friend, but sometimes making (or creating) one is a lot easier than keeping one!

Sometimes making a friend is a lot easier than keeping one!

Sixth grade was SO much easier for Dany. All her friends were in the same room and she knew exactly what to expect out of life. Now that she's in seventh grade, she's in a new middle school, her friends are in different classes and forming new cliques, and she is totally, completely lost. What Dany really needs is a new best friend! So when she inherits a magic sketchbook from her eccentric great-aunt in which anything she sketches in it comes to life, she draws Madison, the most amazing, perfect, and awesome best friend ever.

The thing is, even when you create a best friend, there's no guarantee they'll always be your best friend. Especially when they discover they've been created with magic!

A Junior Library Guild Selection

A set-in-his-ways housecat has his routine upended by an enthusiastic new puppy with a nose for solving mysteries in this first adorable book in a graphic novel chapter book series perfect for fans of InvestiGators and Narwhal and Jelly.

Truffles the cat is the only pet in the house and reigns in peace and quiet, only exerting himself to find the best place to take a nice, long nap--preferably in a spot of warm sunshine. Then Poppy the puppy bursts onto the scene.

Poppy is loud, enthusiastic, excitable, and--worst of all--a puptective! She's got an eye for crime and a nose to solve all mysteries that come her way...even though she's not completely sure what a mystery is.

Truffles cannot let this intrusion stand. Poppy won't be able to continue disrupting his precious me-time if she's shipped to the North Pole! But could this irrepressible new companion be just what this grumpy cat needs?