Wes Molebash is the creator of several popular webcomics, most notably You'll Have That (Viper Comics) and Molebashed (self-published). He has also created cartoons for companies and organizations such as The Ohio State University, Target, and PBS Kids. Travis Daventhorpe Gets a Life! is the third installment of his debut graphic novel series.

"Zippily paced graphic gamer magic." --Kirkus


Travis Daventhorpe for the Win!:

"This first series entry from debut author Molebash is bursting with a ferociously delightful vibrancy, likable characters, swift pacing, fun pop-culture nods, an appealing gaming slant, and vibrant full-color illustrations. With equal measures of zippy antics and action, fans of series like Hilo and Zita the Spacegirl should feel right at home." --Kirkus

"An excellent graphic novel debut that elementary kids will eat up."--School Library Journal

"Middle-grade readers who love video game adventures will appreciate this fast-paced comic, and a cliff-hanger ending will keep them on the hook for forthcoming volumes."--Booklist

Travis Daventhorpe Powers Up!:

An ALA Best Graphic Novel for Children

"Brimming with action, fun, and breathless intrigue." -Kirkus

"The writing is fun, with fast-paced dialogue and gaming tropes that will delight. Bright, colorful -illustrations will keep readers hooked, with pop culture winks sprinkled throughout." -School Library Journal

Publisher: First Second

Pub date: 2026-07-21

Length: 288 pages