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Pizza and Taco: Best Christmas Ever!: (A Graphic Novel)
Have Pizza and Taco been naughty or nice? These foodie besties are getting ready for the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER in this hilarious graphic novel chapter book! IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME....in a few months!!! But Pizza and Taco have decided it's never too early to make their Christmas wish lists and check them twice. Now all they need to do is make sure they're super nice and well-behaved because Santa Slaw is always watching! Taco has no problem helping neighbors and doing his chores...but Pizza, on the other hand...! Will Pizza and Taco get all the presents they ask for? This hilarious young graphic novel--with chapters--will tickle the funny bones of kids ages 5-8 and bolster their reading confidence. It's the perfect stepping stone for readers who are transitioning to longer chapter books and graphic novels. Readers will be hungry to collect all eight books in the series! Here are a few titles to look out for:
Who's the Best?
Super-Awesome Comic!
Too Cool for School (A Parents Magazine Best Book!)
Dare to be Scared!
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Buckle Up: (A Graphic Novel)
Figuring out family is no easy street, especially in a divorce. Perfect for fans of New Kid and Smile, this contemporary graphic novel introduces a young boy navigating life with his dad, one car ride at a time. Lonnie is going through big changes in his life--with his parents newly divorced, he's trying to figure out his new normal. He likes living with his mom and sister, but misses spending time with his father--and the short drives to and from school just aren't enough. His dad is determined to make every moment count, relying on the car rides to talk about all of the big things that are hard to talk about elsewhere--divorce, sexuality, racism and more. As Lonnie gets used to this new dynamic and hard conversations, will he be better able to connect to his dad? Or will this new family structure force them even further apart? -
Dr. Seuss Graphic Novel: The Grinch Takes a Vacation: A Grinch Story
He's a little mean, definitely green, and now Dr. Seuss's beloved and iconic character, The Grinch, is starring in his very own chapter book graphic novel! Everyone's favorite holiday grump is back in a brand-new adventure and he already needs a vacation! It's vacation time in Whoville but The Grinch doesn't understand...what is a vacation? Determined to learn what the Whos seem so excited about, The Grinch decides to give a vacation a try! Unfortunately the mountains are too snowy, the beach is too sandy and the theme park is too loud . . . vacations just might not be something that Grinches do? Thankfully, his dog Max isn't letting the Grinch give up that quickly! Will there be some fun in the sun for everyone's favorite Grinch or is the Whos' favority grumpy neighbor doomed to stay home? -
Max and the Midknights: Battle of the Bodkins
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES - Max takes on knight school in the hilarious sequel to the bestselling illustrated novel Max and the Midknights, from the author of the Big Nate series! "Fantastic! I loved it!" -Dav Pilkey, New York Times bestselling author of the Dog Man series "Max is epic fun!" -Jeff Kinney, New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series Max didn't expect knight school to be so tough. Luckily, she has her best friends--the Midknights--at her side. But when Byjovia is under attack, the Midknights will have to face beastly creatures, powerful spells, and their greatest foe yet--themselves? Lincoln Peirce, author of the New York Times bestselling Max & the Midknights, brings more laughs, more adventures, and more silliness to Battle of the Bodkins, book two in the Max & the Midknights series. -
Bunnybirds #1
Princess Aster must leave home to discover why her people are disappearing--even if it means journeying over the rim of the world itself--in this animal fantasy graphic novel perfect for fans of blockbuster series like Warriors and Wings of Fire. The Bunny who worries is heavy and slow. To fly with the flock, one must learn to let go. Be content and with joy! Lay fears to rest: the bunny who smiles suits the bunny flock best. In Princess Aster's world, Bunnybirds live in contented isolation, keeping themselves detached from the world in order to practice magic and receive prophetic visions. Nothing is ever wrong, and no one is ever angry. . . even as Aster's people seem to be slowly disappearing. But when her father is next to go, her goal is as definite and unclouded as her heart: she's going to rescue him, no matter how. To find her people, she must leave the royal Home Tree and travel to the Court of Dragons--and then across sea flats, through deserts, and over the rim of the world itself--to find out what's happened, with only the exiled bunnybird thief Carlin and the lackadaisical centipede-dog Feet for company. The further Aster travels from home, the more questions she has: Are the Bunnybirds truly as happy as they say? And if they aren't, can she let go of age-old traditions in order to rescue her friends? A sweet but sweeping graphic novel adventure, Bunnybirds offers readers a richly imagined animal world full of magic, danger, and excitement. -
Cat & Cat Adventures: The Staff of Knowledge
Cat's out of the bag!
In this fourth hijinks-filled adventure, Squash and Ginny are preparing for another mission when Magnus suddenly arrives in search of the Staff of Knowledge. Much to everyone's surprise, it's not in the Spirit World--it's in the Human World!
With Fern and Lotus's help, Squash and Ginny locate the staff right away. But before they can return it to Magnus, Squash tries to conjure snacks (obviously), accidentally triggering a massive power surge that causes the orbs to disperse throughout the Human World. The orbs are now lost, and the squad must retrieve them before mysterious forces get to them first!
Praise for Susie Yi
"Look no further for PAWSSIBLY the sweetest book on the shelf!"
--Ben Clanton, bestselling author of the Narwhal and Jelly series
"Lovers of cuteness will delight in this adorable kitty adventure."
--Jim Benton, author of the Catwad series
"A story to treasure, full of kindness in a magical world."
--Kirkus Reviews
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Sold outFetch Book Two: The Rescue
12-year old Danni thought nothing could be worse than mourning her beloved pet dog, but when her fantastical quest to bring back her pup back from the Underworld goes wrong the Dark Lord, Hades, himself takes her younger brother Sammy hostage! Heartbroken but determined to rescue Sammy she sets off on an even more incredible final journey, but this time she's taking her new mythological friends with her. If a Cyclops, a Minotaur, a Ferryman and the legendary Hero, Odysseus, can't outfox Hades then no one can. Aided by the ancient gods themselves and picking up new friends and enemies along the way brace yourself for the wonderful finale to FETCH!Sold out -
Sold outThe Heroic Legend of Arslan 19
The epic of palace intrigue and battlefield glory, from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, that became a hit anime franchise! Crown Prince Arslan has bided his time in the southern port city of Gilan long enough: with Hilmes's betrayal leaving the Lusitanian forces in shambles, the time to retake the fallen capital is nigh. But as Arslan and his allies undertake their final preparations to free their country and their people from the invaders, Hilmes and King Andragoras each make their own moves to secure power over Pars for themselves.Sold out -
Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! 4
A fantasy romance about a voracious lady who delights in monster meat and a mad-blooded duke who is swept off his feet by her curious charms. If you loved Delicious in Dungeon and Drifting Dragons, you will be salivating for some grilled moodle and burning hot love in this series! Like any proper noble lady, one must have certain acquired tastes. For Melphiera Marchalrayd, she just happens to crave a rather exotic protein -monsters! But do not judge! Despite its bad reputation, monster meat can be used in exquisite cuisine and Melphiera is determined to change the kingdom's opinion of it! Unfortunately, since debuting in society, Melphiera has been struggling to find her perfect match...until she meets the fearless "Blood-Mad Duke" of Galbraith! Japanese romanized title: Akujiki Reijō to Kyōketsu Kōshaku: Sono Mamono, Watashi ga Oishiku Itadakimasu! -
My New Life as a Cat Vol. 6
YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE...ER, NINE TIMES Still stranded in the body of a housecat, Nyao is learning to adapt and liking it more than he thought he would. He's settled into a pleasant routine since his classmate, Chika, adopted him. So when he gets the chance to take a trip with her, why not? The cozy kitty comedy continues! -
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity 2
Two rival schools stand next door to each other: one for elite ladies, one for good-for-nothing boys. But one of those boys might just be a naturally chivalrous diamond in the rough, and one of those girls might be a little more open-minded than is proper... This cute and twisty manga spin on Romeo and Juliet is the latest hit in Japan, coming to print from a successful digital-first release! Capulet & Montague, Chidori & Kikyo Chidori High is a boys' school that takes in the dregs of society with the lowest grades. Next door stands Kikyo Girls' High, where the wealthy, high-class families send their precious daughters. Chidori second-year Rintaro, who has a fierce face but a gentle heart, is helping at his family's patisserie when he meets a girl named Kaoruko. The two hit it off right away...but this blissful peace is quickly disturbed when Rintaro discovers that Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo. Worse, she doesn't seem to realize what a huge problem this really is! Will these two be able to forge a path for themselves, and sidestep the traps (metaphorical and literal) laid by their classmates? -
Sold outThe Blue Wolves of Mibu 2
Nio is an orphan who can't help dreaming of a better world. In this action-packed manga, he meets two men who show him how much a few swords can change history. This riveting samurai series from the acclaimed creator of Days shares its setting with Rurouni Kenshin and chronicles the founding of the Shinsengumi by handsome and volatile men fighting for justice...and for themselves! The year is 1863. It is a turbulent time in Japan, as rising anxieties about the modernizing world coincide with the decline of the shogunate, and the possibility of civil war looms. As disgruntled samurai flood into the city of Kyoto, a group of ronin warriors are recruited to maintain peace and protect the shogunate's interests: the Mibu Roshigumi, later known as the Shinsengumi! Despite his youth and small stature, Nio begins to turn heads among the Roshigumi with his work ethic and forthright personality. But all is not well within the group--some plot against the Roshigumi for their own interests, and their resources are scant. Fortunately, a plea to the mighty daimyo of Aizu might just gain them an audience. Will the scrappy group of misfits find themselves a powerful backer, or will they be relegated to the dustbin of history?!Sold out -
Sold outKing in Limbo Omnibus 3 (Vol. 5-6)
From the creator of Apple Children of Aeon comes a gripping, six-volume thriller manga about trauma, healing, friendship, and what it means to be "sick" or "healthy." A must for fans of suspenseful, complex manga like Naoki Urasawa's Monster and The Promised Neverland. Final volume! LIFE IS BUT A DREAM. ALL THAT REMAINS IS LIMBO. Rune and Adam's efforts to unravel the riddle of the return of the deadly disease known as the Sleep have led them straight into a trap, set by the commando Seth and his diver, a little girl named Zoe with the incredible ability to cancel out King's powers. Their attempts to escape only plunge Adam deep into Rune's most intimate memories. Adam witnesses firsthand the physical and emotional toll that the pandemic took, turning Rune from an eager boy with a healing mind into a cynical adult who trusts no one. With their sanity and lives at stake, can Adam pull his partner's psyche together and find a way to save a King in Limbo? Loves, grudges, and mysteries untangle in this final volume of King in Limbo.Sold out -
Sold outKemono Jihen Vol. 11
TO SAVE A FRIEND. A friend, a family member, a lover...everyone has someone they care about. And because of that, sometimes, they will fight desperately not to lose that someone. Inside the Ouga Ham factory, Kabane and Inugami work together in a joint attack against Haru and the other foxes in a battle over the stones, but Inugami is taken hostage by an unexpected opponent. Can Kabane save him?Sold out -
Sold outWhen Will Ayumu Make His Move? 16
The new will they-won't they romance from the creator of Teasing Master Takagi-san is here! Ayumu is in love with his senpai Yaotome, but he's sworn not to confess his feelings until he can beat her at the board game shogi... The problem is, his love is obvious to Yaotome, and she can't stop trying to trick him into breaking his vow! Fall in love again, fans of Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro, Komi Can't Communicate, and Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie! Yaotome's the cute president of the shogi (Japanese chess) club at her high school, and she's pretty sure that her underclassman Ayumu, the only other member, has a huge crush on her. They get together to play shogi every day after school, but no matter what she does, she can't seem to coax or trick him into confessing his feelings! What she doesn't know is that Ayumu has made a pact with himself to reveal his love after he's beaten Yaotome at shogi for the first time. Yet there's one big issue with this plan...he really sucks! This lighthearted comedy teaches the reader how to play shogi (better than Ayumu) while delivering the laughs readers expect from the creator of Teasing Master Takagi-san!Sold out -
True Love Fades Away When the Contract Ends (Manga) Vol. 1
In this romantic shojo/josei period drama, a noblewoman and nobleman pretend to be in love to avoid getting married! And don't miss the light novel version, also from Seven Seas. Fiona Clayburn, a headstrong young noblewoman with a passion for art, has no interest in succumbing to the arranged marriage her father plans for her. Getting married would require her to quit her job at her uncle's art gallery and forsake her independent lifestyle. A fateful meeting with Giles Bancroft, an aloof young man and heir to the earl, presents a way out. Giles, like Fiona, wants nothing more than to stay single, so together, they hatch a scheme to achieve their common goal of avoiding marriage: pretend to be destined lovers!Sold out