MACMILLAN CHILDREN'S
GRAPHICNOVELS
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Roaring Brook Press Farrar, Straus and Giroux Henry Holt
THEFIVEWOLVES by Peter McCarty
First Second;October 2025;288 pages;Ages9-14
In The Five Wolves, beloved pict ure book aut hor and Caldecot t Honor recipient Pet er McCart y breaks new ground This m onum ent al graphic poem is perfect for fans of Shaun Tan and Brian Selznick!
Across oceans, through fields, and down tunnels, five daring wolves traverse the planet in search of wonders to draw and paint All the while, a disembodied narrator spins the tale of their absurdist adventure and asks big questions What is art?And who does it belong to?
Part epic picture book, part graphic novel, TheFiveWolvesdefies genres With intricate ink work and meticulous hand-lettering, Peter McCarty has crafted an exquisitely illustrated epic poem TheFive Wolvesis an entrancing journey and a testament to the power of art and artists
INBETWEENSby Faith Erin Hicks
First Second;March 2026;240 pages;Ages10-14
When Ash and Sloane finally t ake t he pat h t o chase t heir dream , t hey had no idea t heir courage, drive, and sist erly bond w ould be put t o t he t est , in t his new m iddle-grade graphic novel by best selling aut hor Fait h Erin Hicks!
Twin sisters Sloane and Ash are two peas in a pod, and they do everything together: watch movies, attend classes, and most importantly, draw! So when the summer animation classes of their dreams are about to start, they can barely contain their excitement!
Well Ash is excited but Sloane is surprised to find she isn? t as jubilant about it, which makes no sense, since she loves art. Meanwhile, Ash discovers that just because you love something, doesn? t mean you?ll automatically be good at it, and she struggles under the weight of her own expectations and those of her teacher?s As the summer drags on, the trials of learning, new relationships, and a tough schedule drives a wedge between the twins Can their bond survive the summer?
With her signature humor, sincerity, and ability to weave nuanced stories of friendship, Faith Erin Hicks delivers a tale of protecting your creative heart, and the importance of people who support you
A FISHBOY NAMED SASHIMI
by Dan Santat
RoaringBrookPress;April 2026;160 pages;Ages6-10
The launch of an absurdly hilarious young m iddle grade graphic novel series from beloved creat or Dan Sant at about Sashim i, a creat ure from t he sea w it h a head of a fish and t he body of a boy w ho w ishes t o find a friend and fit in
Sashimi isn't like his fellow sea creatures With the head of a fish and the body of a boy, there's no one else like him Even the mermaids make fun of him!
In search of his people, Sashimi leaves the ocean and sneaks into the town of Barnacle Bay
But when Sashimi goes undercover as the new kid at school, he's a fish out of water? literally! Naturally, hijinks ensue, including sleepovers with the class goldfish, a sugar-high gone wrong, and a new friend whose grandpa, Poopdeck Pete, is on the hunt for a creature known as the Beast of Barnacle Bay who sounds just like Sashimi!
Join Sashimi in this raucous graphic novel series kickoff filled with wacky and weird adventures, from bestselling, award-winning creator Dan Santat This is perfect for fans of Dogman, Investigators, and Bad Guys
INVESTIGATORS: CASEFILES
by John Patrick Green and Steve Behling; illustrated by Chris Fenoglio
First Second;September 2025;208 pages;Ages7-10
A special int eract ive inst allm ent of Invest igat ors, a best selling early reader series about a super spy alligat or duo t hat has sold m ore t han 3 m illion books!
Special agents Mango and Brash are back again, and this time they?ll be asking their readers for help in cracking the case! The gators have been given a brand new add-on for their V.E.S.T.s to help with gathering evidence and making sense of clues? the G.R.I.D. (Gator Reasoning, Inquiry, Deduction)? and with that powerful tool in hand, kids can follow along as they solve six brand-new mysteries! Featuring plenty of familiar faces from investigations past, as well as a few brand new suspects, Mango and Brash and YOU (the reader) will get to the bottom of cases big and small!
Foreign Sales: Macmillan/UK & Brit ish Com m onw ealt h
Foreign Sales for Investigators: Bota Shqiptare/Albanian - Jarir Bookstore/Arabic - Alfaguara/Cat alan - CITIC/Chinese Sim plified - Moon/Dut ch - Scholastic/French in Nort h Am erica - Karibu/Germ an - Agyra/Greek - Keter/Hebrew - Vad Viragok/Hungarian - Tunue/It alian - Wydawnictwo Jaguar/Polish - Record/Port uguese in Brazil - Presenca/Port uguese in Port ugal - Zalozba Jazbina/Slovenian - Alfaguara/Spanish - Olimpos Yayinlari/Turkish - Macmillan/UK & Brit ish Com m onw ealt h
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INVESTIGATORS: AGENTSOF S.U.I.T.: SEW
MUCH TROUBLEby John Patrick Green and
Christopher Hastings; illustrated
First Second;February2026;208 pages;Ages7-10
by
Pat Lewis
Invest iGat ors fans, rejoice! Get ready t o dive int o t he fourt h volum e of Agent s of S.U.I.T., feat uring t he w eird and w acky cow orkers of everyone's favorit e sew er-sleut hing super-agent s, Mango and Brash!
In this entry of Agents of SU IT, someone has stolen the Notorious PI G food truck, and with it, Piggy Smalls?s special BBQ sauce! But before Bongo and Marsha can solve the case, they need to solve the problems they?re having with each other To help them realize what a great team they truly are, General Inspector decides to split them up. He assigns Marsha to work with Cilantro on a super-secret pilot program, and Bongo to work with Sven on a not so-secret reality competition: "Sew You Think You Can Sew!?But here?s the rub: This season includes a chef challenge, and underground sources say Piggy Smalls's notorious sauce was stolen to help one of the contestants win!
Series Foreign Sales: Look Book/Chinese Sim plified - Agyra/Greek - Keter/HebrewOlimpos/Turkish - Macmillan/UK & Brit ish Com m onw ealt h
FORGIVE-ME-NOT by Mari Costa
First Second;February2026;320 pages;Ages14-18
A queer, YA fant asy rom ance advent ure t hat follow s t he "enem ies t o lovers" journey of a lost princess and a changeling w ho w as m ade t o t ake t he heir 's place as part of a fey schem e Perfect for fans of The Girl from the Sea and Under the Oak Tree
On the eve of her 18th birthday, a blithely happy princess named Aisling is confronted by a hardscabble teenage rogue named Forgive-Me-Not Aisling quickly learns a few hard truths: she?s not the biological daughter of the king and queen She?s not the heir to the throne She?s not even human
Aisling was a changeling, switched at birth as part of a fey scheme and power play
Forgive-Me-Not, the true heir, was raised in the faerie world where she was toyed with and mistreated for much of her life.
This kicks off a long and arduous journey in which the two realize both how different their lives are, and how their different lives put them into a place where they can help each other and see each other in ways no one else can
RHIANNON by Kiara Brinkman;
illustrated by Sean Chiki
First Second;October 2025;224 pages;Ages14-18
This poignant com ing-of-age graphic novel in t he vein of This One Summer t ells t he st ory of t hree friends grow ing up in a t railer park in a quiet sout hw est t ow n.
Ever since she was little, Rhiannon has lived with her aunt in a sleepy, sun-drenched trailer park called Golden Canyon Retirement Community Growing up among senior citizens, Rhia is usually the only kid around? except during the summer That?s when her best friend, Kit, comes for a long visit.
This summer, something has changed. Rhiannon and Kit?s easy friendship is no longer easy Even worse, there?s a new teenager in the park? Elizabeth She?s the polar opposite of Rhiannon: hip, confident, and a bit of a troublemaker And Elizabeth has a secret that will put Rhiannon and Kit?s friendship to the test.
FLIP by Ngozi Ukazu
First Second;September 2025;320 pages;Ages14-18
The New York Tim es best selling aut hor Ngozi Ukazu ret urns w it h a funny and heart -w renching young adult st ory about a Black scholarship st udent w ho m yst eriously sw it ches bodies w it h her crush, a popular w hit e jock Flip is Freaky Friday m eet s The Other Black Girl
SENIOR YEAR BUCKET LIST? SWITCH BODIES WITH YOUR CRUSH.
Chi-Chi Ekeh has one huge problem: She keeps having crushes on rich white boys who have no idea she exists Enter Flip Henderson, the most popular boy at school, who receives Chi-Chi?s private video proposal to go to senior prom
But when Flip rejects Chi-Chi in front of their entire class, what happens next is completely unexpected: Chi-Chi? shy nerd and scholarship student? switches bodies with Flip Suddenly Chi-Chi is 6?1?and cool, while Flip gets a crash course on Chi-Chi?s life? that is, k-pop, hair-braiding, and being a poor kid of color at a rich white private school
With graduation looming and their body swaps lasting longer and longer, Chi-Chi and Flip must form the most unlikely friendship their school has ever seen But will they survive senior year?
And, most importantly, can they find a way back to themselves?
From bestselling author of Check, Please!comes Flip, a thrilling and fantastical tale about self-acceptance, black girlhood, and how walking a mile in someone else?s shoes can teach you how to finally see yourself
UNTIL WEMEET AGAIN by Lily Kim Qian
First Second;April 2026;224 pages;Ages14-18
This gorgeously paint ed YA graphic m em oir t ells t he st ory of a young w om an's search for belonging as her loving but dysfunct ional fam ily m oves bet w een Canada and China
Lily doesn't need a mother. Or at least, that's what she tells herself. Since she was little, her father has played the role of caregiver, moving the family across Canada and, eventually, to his home country of China. Her mother is absent for long periods of time, and when she reappears, she acts strange? saying things that don't make sense and filling the house with clutter Growing up, Lily struggles with her own mental health as she strives to better understand her family
From debut author Lily Kim Qian comes a poetic and vividly illustrated memoir that questions whether second-generation immigrants can escape inherited trauma and the mindset instilled by their parents
WRONG FRIEND by Charise Mericle Harper;
illustrated by Rory Lucey
First Second;January2026;256 pages;Ages8-12
What happens w hen your BFF is no longer forever? From t he creat ors of Bad Sister com es a m iddle grade graphic m em oir about friendships lost and found
Charise and Casey have been best friends for years. It never mattered that Casey was older by two years? until she started high school Now, the two barely talk, and Charise is on a mission to get a new best friend. But can she find that perfect person while navigating long-distance friendships, guinea pig allergies, and the embarrassing quirks of her family?
This fresh and honest autobiographical story is perfect for fans of Real Friendsand Click!
EOWULF: THECREATURECONNECTION
by Mike Cavallaro
First Second;February2026;192 pages;Ages8-12
From Mike Cavallaro com es t he second volum e in t he act ion-packed fant asy graphic novel series st arring Eow ulf, a descendant of legendary m onst er hunt er Beow ulf!
Eowulf Wegmund (descendant of legendary monster hunter Beowulf, of course) can? t wait to leave behind the humdrum suburbs?with their boring chores and rules?to start her new job at Vulcan?s Celestial Supply Shop on the lost island of Celestina Her first assignment?Deliver the dreaded Helm of Balor to a movie studio and keep it from falling into the wrong hands Guarding an all-powerful super-weapon from a few monsters-turned-actors should be a piece of cake. Right?
But when Eowulf discovers a mystery involving missing magical creatures and looming planetary threats, she and her new monster friends must travel to another dimension and confront the evil villain behind it all before they unleash a cosmic cataclysm!
Series Foreign Sales: Macmillan/UK & Brit ish Com m onw ealt h February 2024
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THEGREENIESby Emma Mills;
illustrated by Sarah Nicole Kennedy
HenryHolt and Co. (BYR);March 2026;256 pages;Ages8-12
The Baby-Sitters Club m eet s The Breakfast Club in t his fun and fresh graphic novel about a girl w ho reluct ant ly joins t he Environm ent al Club at her new school? and finds friendship and com m unit y w here she least expect s it
After her parents?divorce, seventh grader Violet is forced to start all over.
Now the new kid, at a new school, in a new town, she must navigate unfamiliar territory. Luckily, Violet falls in with a new group of (maybe?) friends But when they wind up in detention, they're forced to join the under-attended Environmental Club? and mischief ensues What will become of this rag-tag group?
Fans of Raina Telgemeier will love this hilarious and heartfelt story about making friends, making mistakes, and making it up as you go along? until you end up just where you were meant to be
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RUN HOMEby Alyssa Bermudez
RoaringBrookPress;January2026;304 pages;Ages10-14
In Run Home, Alyssa Berm udez doodles her w ay t hrough nint h grade in t his heart felt diary-st yle graphic m em oir? navigat ing a new all-girls school, friendship, sport s, and ident it y, as w ell as t he loss of her fat her
It's the year 2002 in New York City and 14-year-old Alyssa is starting a new school where she knows NO ONEand everyone has to wear a hideous uniform! What a disaster
Even worse?Her parents are forcing her to join the cross country team No one needs to run, or sweat, this much!
Slowly, Alyssa begins to find her way. Running is a lot better when you practice, and some of the girls on the team are really nice
But her dad is sick And Alyssa can't ignore anymore that it doesn't seem like he's getting any better.
Alyssa Bermudez's deeply moving and relatable follow-up to her graphic memoir BigApple Diariesis based on her own high school diaries
BOX TALES: GROW, STRAWBERRIES, GROW!
by James Burks
First Second;September 2025;128 pages;Ages5-9
The first of a t hree volum e young reader series about Beat rix and her best friend Box, a sent ient cardboard cont ainer, as t hey w ork t oget her t o plant and grow a st raw berry garden. Perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly!
Beatrix and Box want to eat a million strawberries! But their only way to do it is to grow their own strawberrygarden! But well, how do you plant a garden?Do fruits grow in the ground?Is there a Pickle Tree?Or a Blueberry Muffin Bush?Where are the magic beans? And what do you talk to your plants about if you want them to grow big and strong?
The two friends plant. They water. They wait. . . and they wait. . . and they wait some more. They had no idea it takes this long for plants to grow Who has the patience to wait this long?And who or what is nibbling on the leaves?Beatrix and Box's frustrations are growing faster than their garden. Will Beatrix and Box run out of patience and quit before their garden bears fruit, or will they feast on the goodies they grow?
By veteran young reader graphic novel creator James Burkes comes BoxTales, a trilogy of fun, charming, and how-to stories following the curious and spunky Beatrix and Box
BOX TALES: SUPER TERRIFIC SHOWTIME!
by James Burks
First Second;March 2026;128 pages;Ages5-9
The second of a t hree volum e young reader series about Beat rix and her best friend Box, a sent ient cardboard cont ainer! In t his books t hey w ork t oget her t o put on an eccent ric variet y show Perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly!
Friends Bea and Box love to spend their time together dreaming up exciting new things to try, and Box's next dream is as big and glitzy as Hollywood itself? they're putting on a variety show! But before the curtain goes up and the entertainers take the stage, the two friends have a lot to do, like finding a curtain And come to think of it, they're going to need a stage, and some entertainers
There's a lot to do before their dreams of show business stardom come true, but they know that they can pull off anything together? especially with a little help from their grownups? once they make a plan Come along for all the behind-the-scenes action as Bea and Box tackle the task of creating, advertising, casting, costuming, and finally staging their most ambitious adventure yet? Super Terrific Showtime!
A BETTER WORLD ISPOSSIBLE
by Danica Novgorodoff and Meera Subramanian; illustrated by Danica Novgorodoff
First Second;March 2026;208 pages;Ages14-18
New York Tim es best -selling illust rat or Danica Novgorodoff (Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel) and aw ard-w inning environm ent al journalist Meera Subram anian offer a com prehensive and hopeful guide on clim at e change, highlight ing w hat you can do about it
Did you know that levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are higher than at any time in the last two million years?Or that this number jumped dramatically in 1950 and continues to climb exponentially?"Climate chaos" may be a more apt description than "climate change" for the progressive warming Earth experiences year over year, which leads to extreme heat waves, devastating droughts, and intense storms
It can all seem hopeless, but as Danica Novgorodoff and Meera Subramanian show through their personal histories and those of four youth activists from across the globe, a better world is possible By reimagining our connection to the natural world and embracing a community-focused mindset, we can make meaningful change today This book will show you how
January 2025
GABBY TORRESISTHEBEST WINNER
EVER by Angela Dominguez
RoaringBrookPress;December 2025;192 pages;Ages6-9
In t he second book in t he Gabby Torres graphic novel series, nine-year-old Gabby discovers t he t rue m eaning of w inning w hen she ent ers a baking cont est , perfect for fans of The Cupcake Diaries and Dory Fantasmagory
Gabby has a new idea: now that she?s finally learned how to not burn her cookies, she will become the best baker the world has ever seen!
The local grocery store's baking competition is the perfect opportunity to show everyone what she?s made of winner material!
All she needs to do is buy books for research and baking supplies and more baking supplies and more baking supplies oh dear What will happen when her money, and her parents?patience, runs out?
This heartwarming series is written and illustrated by Angela Dominguez, the New York Times bestselling illustrator who created the beloved Stella Díaz series Gabby Torres is tenacious, bold, relatable, and hilarious, reminiscent of favorite characters like Junie B. Jones, Clementine, and Ramona Quimby
MY SISTER THEWEREBEAST by Alina Tysoe
First Second;October 2025;320 pages;Ages8-12
The Addams Family m eet s The Incredibles in t his hilarious st ory about a lit t le kid w it h supernat ural pow ers and t he sist ers w ho w at ch over her, from t he creat or of What's Up Beanie?
Something strange is happening to Peanut
But Mira and Rosie can handle it! These two perfectly ordinary, capable sisters are fully confident they can study for their school?s upcoming combat trials and care for their adorable baby sister, Peanut So, what if she cries so hard she floods the entire house?Or randomly breathes fire?Or transforms into a (very soft) menacing creature?Mira and Rosie will just hide Peanut?s powers until their parents come back, and they?ll know what to do. Right?
To make matters worse, rumors of a werebeast attract the attention of a monster hunter. And there?s something unusual about their seemingly quiet town
NORTH FOR THEWINTER by Bobby Podesta
First Second;September 2025;352 pages;Ages8-12
From Pixar st ar anim at or Bobby Podest a com es a m iddle-grade classic holiday st ory about Virginia, a girl w ho m ust help one of Sant a?s reindeer back t o t he Nort h Pole before Christ m as
What would you think if you saw a reindeer fly?When this happens to Virginia, she isn? t sure what to do? she?s just lost her mom, she?s in a new city, and everything seems so hard But when she reluctantly confesses what she saw to her neighbor, Benny, he?s convinced that flying reindeer can only mean one thing: this is Santa business
In this stunning graphic novel debut from Pixar director Bobby Podesta, two kids and a lost reindeer go up against obsessive hunters, suspiciously convincing department store elves, and radar operators for the Continental Air Defense Command Center No matter the odds, Virginia?s going to get Christmas back on track!
LOVE, MISHA by Askel Aden
First Second;June2025;320 pages;Ages14-18
In t his st unning YA graphic novel, a nonbinary t een and t heir m ot her get lost in t he spirit w orld, and t heir already-st rained relat ionship get s t est ed t o it s lim it s as t hey dodge perilous creat ures, t rickst er spirit s, and t heir ow n inner dem ons
Misha, a quiet, nonbinary teen, leans on the car window and wonders why they came on this road trip in the first place. Yes, mom (Audrey) wanted to spend time with them, and yes, she's never really around and they don't even live together, so this is a rare opportunity But Audrey still thinks of Misha as her daughter and the lack of understanding of who Misha really is has gotten painful After some failed attempts at communication, Misha tries to explain how they feel in a letter but even writing that isn't going well Can this get any worse?
It turns out it can a wrong turn down a forest road leads the mother-child duo straight into the Realm of the Spirits! Suddenly in peril and without a single clue how to return to their world, Misha and Audrey will have to work together to find their way back home. But can they even find a way back to each other?
In this stunning adventure, debut author Askel Aden weaves a story of family schism and reconciliation that effortlessly enriches the complex dynamics of mother and child
Foreign Sales: Forlaget Colbolt/Danish - Delcourt/French
DEEPLY DAVE by Michael Grover
HenryHolt and Co. (BYR);June 2025;240 pages;Ages8-12
Based on t he Eisner- and Harvey-nom inat ed w ebcom ic and perfect for fans of Adventure Time, Michael Grover 's debut graphic novel, Deeply Dave, is a m adcap, hilarious advent ure about a young deep-sea diver w ho heroically plunges int o t he abyss t o save his ast ronaut m om from t he m onst ers t hat lurk below
Immerse yourself in this unique reading experience, where you flip the pages up and read downward as you descend into the ocean's depths!
?Beware the Big Doom,?the many voices of the sea warn Dave Not that he plans to listen His mom is lost somewhere at the bottom of the ocean, stranded in the wreckage of her sunken spaceship? and he?s going after her Only Dave can save her from the alien monsters and bizarre sea creatures that lurk in the depths.
So Dave is going deeper. . . and deeper. . . and deeper and deeper and deeper and deeper and deeper
RISEOF THEG.E.M.S. by
Marian Dealy; illustrated by Pablo Ballesteros
RoaringBrookPress;September 2025;176 pages;Ages7-10
For fans of Investigators and Dogman, com es Rise of the G.E.M.S., t he exhilarat ing and colorful graphic novel series opener about a group of special lab m ice t hat m ust em brace t heir new found superpow ers and learn t o w ork as a t eam in order t o survive in out er space and beyond
Theodore and his friends have lived in a cage their whole lives, cared for by a team of scientists who provided everything they could ever need That is, until the experiment
Overnight, five average lab mice become G EM S: Genetically Engineered Mice destined for space flight. But when Theo learns they?ll be abandoned at the space station, he decides to strand the team of astronauts instead, high-jacking the space ship to save his friends? and protect his freedom
Except freedom isn? t what the mice expect, and when events take a turn for the worse and they lose control of the spaceship, the mighty G.E.M.Swill need to work as a team and use their unique mutations in order to survive outer space
TUCK EVERLASTING: THEGRAPHIC NOVEL
by Natalie Babbitt; adapted and illustrated by K. Woodman-Maynard
Farrar, Straus& Giroux(BYR);September 2025;256 pages;Ages10-14
A m ajor publishing event hit s shelves t his fall w it h t he first -ever graphic novel adapt at ion of t he spellbinding classic Tuck Everlasting? w hich has sold over 10 m illion copies? releasing just in t im e for t he original novel's 50t h anniversary
What if you could live forever?
That is the question in young Winnie Foster?s mind when she uncovers a spring in the nearby woods whose waters grant eternal life Members of the Tuck family, having drunk from the spring, tell her of their experiences never growing older But it?s not just Winnie who is interested in their remarkable tale. A suspicious man in a yellow suit is also searching for the magical spring, and he will stop at nothing until he finds it With the Tucks close to discovery, Winnie must decide whether or not to keep their secret? and whether or not to join them on their never-ending journey
A staple on home bookshelves and in classrooms and libraries, Natalie Babbitt?s timeless story of immortality, friendship, and growing up is brought to stunning new life in this gorgeously illustrated graphic novel adaptation Sure to become a beloved favorite in its own right, TuckEverlasting:TheGraphicNovel will hit shelves alongside a 50t h anniversary edition of the original novel!
Foreign Sales: Hsiao Lu/Chinese Com plex - Jieli/Chinese Sim plified
YOU AND MEON REPEAT by Mary Shyne
HenryHolt and Co. (BYR);May2025;224 pages;Ages14-18
In t his sw oony and hilarious debut rom -com graphic novel, t w o form er friends are t rapped in a t im e loop t oget her, repeat ing t heir high school graduat ion day over and over and over? for fans of Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me, Pumpkinheads, and Groundhog Day
Chris O?Brien has a genius plan: If he can share the perfect first kiss with his crush, Andy, then of course he?ll break free from the time loop that has him repeating graduation day over and over and over
Alicia Ochoa thinks Chris?s plan is doomed Valedictorian and a total nerd, she knows it?ll take more than a kiss to escape the loop they?re trapped in together Besides, Chris may be a hopeless romantic, but Alicia doesn? t think he has a real shot with Andy.
Once close friends, Alicia and Chris have history? lots of it. As they got older, the pair fell out after Chris ditched her for the ?cool kids?and left her in the dust But when you?re looping side by side, you never know if friendship might rekindle or what new feelings could spark along the way.
CREATURECLINIC by Gavin Aung Than
First Second;May2025;224 pages;Ages8-12
Nurse, bring t hat healing pot ion? STAT! New York Tim es best selling cart oonist Gavin Aung Than delivers an act ion-packed and heart w arm ing m iddle grade graphic novel t hat 's Tui Sut herland?s The Menagarie m eet s Hilo
Welcome to Creature Clinic, the world?s finest? and only? hospital for mythical beings Here, everyone from trolls and unicorns to tooth fairies and giants can expect the very best treatment Well, with one exception:humans are absolutely, 100 percent not welcome
Doctor-in-training Kara Orc has worked hard and followed the rules her entire life to get where she is now But when a human in need shows up at the hospital, her obedience is put to the test Sure, most humans are dangerous, destructive beasts, but Kara took an oath to help all creatures. Even humans deserve care and compassion. How long can she keep such a big secret from her boss who also happens to be her mother?And will her decision to do what?s right cause a rift between Kara and her mom that no medicine can cure?
Foreign Sales: Hardie Grant/Aust ralia & New Zealand - Rue de Sèvres/FrenchKinneret/Hebrew - Il Castoro/It alian
DREAM ON by Shannon Hale; illustrated by
Marcela Cespesdes
RoaringBrookPress;August 2025;240 pages;Ages8-12
Mega-best selling graphic novel aut hor Shannon Hale (Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever) is back w it h a new m iddle grade graphic novel about hope, friendship, and heart felt w ishes, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie and Click
Something is missing from Cassie's life
Her parents don't have much money, she has to share her bedroom (and bed!) with her sisters, and her family never seem to have time for her To make matters worse, her best friend Vali is always busy with a new friend.
When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes with the words ?YOU?RETHE WINNER?stamped on the front, she thinks it?s the answer to all her problems
She could buy a mansion and get her own bedroom Or maybe a car so her family doesn? t have to take two trips to go places Or maybe she can make Vali her best friend forever by taking her on a fabulous vacation The possibilities are endless, like an all-you-can-eat buffet!
But will prizes really solve Cassie?s problems?
And what will she lose if she doesn? t win anything at all?
Foreign Sales: Il Castoro/It alian
WAGNIFICENT: A NEW DOG IN THEDEN
by Bethanie Murguia
RoaringBrookPress;July2025;160 pages;Ages6-10
Tag along for m ore Wagnificent advent ures w it h adorable dog, Thunder, and her favorit e hum an, Sage, in book 2 of t he young graphic novel series perfect for fans of Pawcasso and Animal Rescue Friends
Thunder loves her life by Sage?s side? together, they make the paw-fect pack! But when Sage invites a foster dog named Byron into their den, suddenly things get a lot more complicated Byron doesn? t seem to know the pack rules? he's sleeping in Thunder'sbed, eating out of her bowl, playing with her toys, and is even stealing love from her human! Will Thunder find a way to get along with this unwelcome guest?And can she maybe, just maybe, call him friend?
For fans of Pawsand Katie theCatsitter and anyone who has ever pondered the secret life of their four-legged sidekick, join Thunder and Sage on their newest adventure ? and get ready to feel ALL THEWAGS!
Series Foreign Sales: Knesebeck Verlag/Germ an
July 2024
THEBOOKSOF CLASH by Gene Luen Yang;
key art by Les
McClaine and Alison Acton
First Second;Ages8-12
In t his epic series set in t he w orld of Clash of Clans and Clash Royale, experience a laugh-out -loud t ale of friendship and fun from superst ar graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang!
SEE!
The illustrated exploits of one young Hog Rider and his trusted companion in an unpredictable tale of fantasy and adventure
READ!
Their journey from no-good warriors on the battlefield to true heroes of the Royal Arena! BATTLE!
When danger strikes the village of JazzyPickles and its colorful cast of characters in this heartwarming and hilarious graphic novel based on two of the world?s most popular video games
Foreign Sales: Crew/Czech - WPG/Condor/Dut ch - Steinkis/French - Cross Cult/Germ an - Kinneret/HebrewTunue/It alian - Penguin Random House/Port uguese in Port ugal - Planeta/Spanish
GOOD BOY by Andy Hirsch
First Second;May2025;208 pages;Ages8-12
For fans of Allergic and PAWScom es a m iddle grade graphic novel about a boy nam ed Charlie and his rescue dog, Ralph Toget her, t hey t ake on agilit y course t raining? but do t hey have w hat it t akes t o com pet e?
Charlie?s life is a series of obstacles, not least of which is an uncontrollable urge to barf when his anxiety overwhelms him Ralph is an unpredictable rescue dog with more energy than manners The two make an unlikely pair but are the best of friends
When Ralph causes a scene by following his boy to school, it?s suggested the two join a dog agility training group Ralph is a natural? zipping in, around, and over obstacles at lightning speed Agility training is a fun way for the pair to bond, but when Charlie even considers joining the other handlers at the big contest, his stomach begins to turn Can the duo take a leap and cross the finish line?
ALWAYSRAINING HEREby Hazel and Bell
First Second;November 2025;256 pages;Ages14-18
The st and alone adapt at ion of t he popular w ebcom ic by t he sam e nam e about t he dow n-t o-eart h court ship bet w een t w o gay t eenagers as t hey fum ble w it h high school, parent al expect at ions, t heir dream s, and each ot her
Carter is an impulsive, fun-loving, extremely gay teen on a senior-year mission to finally hook up with any cute, single guy who will have him Unfortunately, his options are slim Enter recently-single Adrian, Carter's very cute, hardworking, and stressed-out target who rebuffs all of his clumsy seduction techniques Adrian initially plays along but slams on the breaks when he realizes he is still in love with his ex
After a messy, uninhibited night at a house party that results in Carter helping both Adrian and his best friend Maria? the two boys form a tentative friendship. As their friendship progresses through countless hangouts and a few too many pizza slices, the two become integral to one another. But can their vague relationship survive their first official hookup, Adrian?s self-destructiveness, and a big fight that threatens any chance of either confessing?
French and It alian right s: Root Lit erary
ARCANA: THELOST HEIRS
by Sam Prentice-Jones
Feiwel & Friends;June 2025;384 pages;Ages14-18
Debut aut hor/ illust rat or Sam Prent ice-Jones explores fight ing against your dest iny and reconciling t he act ions of your ancest ors in Arcana: The Lost Heirs, a t arot -inspired fant asy graphic novel for young adult s.
James, Daphne, Koko, and Sonny have all grown up surrounded by magic in the Arcana, an organization of witches that protects the magical world, run by the mysterious and secretive Majors Eli Jones,however, didn? t even know other witches existed until he stumbled into James,on the hunt for rogue magic. . . magic that turns out to be Eli. As James introduces Eli to the world of the Arcana, he finds the family he never had, and a blossoming romance with James
The five new friends soon realize that sinister things are afoot and everything may not be what it seems at the Arcana. When the group delves deeper into the mystery surrounding the deaths of their parents and the Major?s rise to power, they discover that they?re at the center of a curse? one they?ve just unwittingly set into motion As the friends search for answers, they?ll have to confront the cursed legacy that links them in hopes of freeing their futures
Foreign Sales: HarperCollins/Port uguese in Brazil
THESPACECAT by Nnedi Okorafor;
illustrated by Tana Ford
First Second;August 2025;176 pages;Ages8-12
In Space Cat, Africanfut urist superst ar Nnedi Okorafor (Binti, Akata Witch) delivers a m iddle grade graphic novel about a cat nam ed Periw inkle w ho m ust save his t ow n from an alien invasion.
Life for a cat doesn? t get much better than Periwinkle?s. By day, his loving humans treat him with scritches, cuddles, and delicious chicken fillets And by night, he races through outer space in a custom-built spaceship, exploring the cosmos You see, Periwinkle doesn? t just looklike an alien, with his bat-like ears and huge blue eyes? he is one. When his humans move to the small but bustling town of Kaleria, Nigeria, Periwinkle can tell something is about the place is off Every day, strange blue plants have been sprouting up all across town, and the humans are acting weirder and weirder Soon enough, it looks like Periwinkle?s most epic adventure yet might happen right here on earth. Nnedi Okorafor's groundbreaking books masterfully blend African culture and science fiction Space Cat is her foray into middle grade graphic novels, and it promises to be as imaginative and lyrical as her other celebrated works.
EVIL-ISH by Kennedy Tarrell
Feiwel & Friends;July2025;208 pages;Ages14-18
A disillusioned t een dream s of fam e and villainy in t his hilarious and heart felt young adult fant asy graphic novel from debut aut hor/ illust rat or Kennedy Tarrell
Hawthorne Vandercast has big plans: join the infamous Brigade of Shade, move into a glamorous castle,and leave their mundane life as a potion barista behind But when they finally get the chance to join the Brigade, Hawthorne finds themself overshadowed by Maple, a bubbly, bright, flowery girl who could not look further from evil After an accident ends in death and suddenly Hawthorne is leading the Brigade,they begin to realize that maybe villainy isn't actually all it's cracked up to be. Evil-ish spins the classic tropes of good and evil on their heads in a hilarious and tender story about a teenager who feels bigger than their job, their town, and their circumstances and finds out that what they thought they wanted might not be what they actually need.
TRIPPING OVER YOU BOOK 1
by Suzana Harcum and Owena White
First Second;August 2025;240 pages;Ages14-18
The first volum e of young adult graphic novel series about t he long and w inding rom ant ic relat ionship bet w een an energet ic t heat er kid, Milo, and his w it hdraw n classm at e, Liam Perfect for fans of Heartstopper!
The infamous theater kid Milo and wallflower Liam are unlikely friends connected by a mutual feeling of being misfits in their boarding school As their friendship and bond develops, unspoken romantic feelings start to bubble up and complicate everything? misunderstandings and bruised eyes aplenty But with their graduation soon approaching, Milo gathers the strength to finally confess They begin dating in secret (for fear of Liam?s strict father finding out), but their relationship becomes more difficult to hide over time and they must decide if they are ready for what the future has in store for them
TrippingOver You is perfect for readers who want more than just the moody teen problems and the 'getting together' stage. It's a story that throughout the three volumes, progresses until they are out of college, showing the relationship mature and change as the characters move through different stages of their lives
TRIPPING OVER YOU BOOK 2
by Suzana Harcum and Owena White
First Second;February2026;352 pages;Ages14-18
The second volum e of young adult graphic novel t rilogy about t he long and w inding rom ant ic relat ionship bet w een an energet ic t heat er kid, Milo, and his w it hdraw n classm at e, Liam
Now that they've graduated high school, our secret lovebirds face a whole new set of challenges as their career prospects begin to pull them in different directions Milo rents a tiny studio near his new university, and throws himself into his goal of becoming an actor He takes several jobs with the hope of climbing in the industry, and packs his work-study schedule full to bursting Liam moves back into his childhood home, begrudgingly following the trajectory his father had long steered him toward: law school, then working for his father's law firm As the sneaking around, stress from not having enough time to spend with each other, and hurt feelings snowball, the two decide it is finally time to come clean to their families about their relationship and desires for the future
CREATIVEWRITING WITH MISSMARY
MAC by Mary McInerney; illustrated by Rivkah LaFille
First Second;October 2025;176 pages;Ages8-12
Writ ing doesn? t have t o be a chore! This graphic novel guide for aspiring w rit ers w ill show you how t o creat e your m ast erpiece
Just like sculptors or painters, writers must practice their craft and nurture their talent? but instead of clay or paint, language is the medium. Within this book, writing coach Mary McInerney will show you how to use this medium to express yourself and develop your very own creative process
Building on years of experience working with schools and families, Mary McInerney has developed a unique approach that teaches writing as a form of artistic expression? a mindset that promotes creativity and helps students develop a deeper connection to their words With her help, you?ll learn how to develop your voice, find inspiration, and set yourself up for creative success. With rich insights and lively illustrations, this guide will show you how to turn the page into your very own canvas
MONSTER LOCKER: NINE-TAIL TROUBLE
by Jorge Aguirre; illustrated by Andrés Vera Martínez
First Second;April 2026;224 pages;Ages10-14
What happens w hen a m ischievous nine-t ailed fox goes t oe-t o-t oe w it h a colossal golem ? What happens w hen Japanese and Jew ish folklore collide? Pablo and his friends are about t o find out , in t his hilarious and act ion-packed graphic novel sequel.
Pablo, Maggie, and Takashi are living it up as their school?s resident monster-banishing trio (It turns out that fighting drooling trolls and vicious kelpies gets you invited to all the best parties ) Lately, though, monsters are the least of Takashi?s problems Wrestling with his parents?divorce, his father?s impossibly high expectations, and his multicultural identity, he decides to summon a ?helpful?monster: a shapeshifting nine-tailed fox called Kitsune
The charming Kitsune gets straight to work solving problems for Takashi and his classmates, and before long, the entire school is under his spell. As the situation spirals out of control, Pablo and Maggie turn to an unexpected source to rescue their best friend But is summoning a second monster a brilliant plan, or a recipe for disaster?
October 2024
ARCHIVESOF THEUNEXPLAINED: AREA
51
by Steve Foxe; illustrated by Fran Bueno
First Second;August 2025;112 pages;Ages9-13
Welcom e t o t he first vent ure int o t he Archives of t he Unexplained, a m iddle grade series exploring hist orical and m yst erious hair-raising event s In t his dive, w e t ake a look int o Area 51!
When TJattends his uncle's funeral he expects to be bored But when he escapes into his uncle?s office and discovers a secret door to a basement, his uncle's classified documents open up a whole world of unidentified aircraft, strange gray men, and alien conspiracies he knew nothing about What will TJlearn from these hidden files?Or will the mysterious men in black who appeared at the funeral get to him first?
ARCHIVESOF THEUNEXPLAINED: UNWANTED GUESTSby
Steve Foxe;
illustrated by Naomi Franquiz
First Second;August 2025;112 pages;Ages9-13
Welcom e t o t he second vent ure int o t he Archives of t he Unexplained, a m iddle grade series exploring hist orical and m yst erious hair-raising event s. In t his dive w e look int o t he House of Blood 1987 and t he Guyra Ghost !
Minnie and Jackson?s new house has some stories to tell As does Theo, the mysterious boy they meet in the park Theo is full of unbelievable tales? the flying rocks and breaking glass of the Guyra Ghost house and the crimson-drenched floors of the Atlanta blood house And what does this mysterious boy know about their new home?If only walls could talk
SURVIVAL OF THEFITTEST: RACETO THE
FINISH
by Rebecca Donnelly; illustrated by Misa Saburi
HenryHolt and Co. (BYR);April 2026;112 pages;Ages6-9
The t hird book in a funny and fact -filled nonfict ion graphic novel chapt er book series int roducing STEM subject s in an ent ert aining gam e show form at .
Welcome to Survival of the Fittest! In this one-of-a-kind game show, creatures from across the animal kingdom showcase their inventions to a panel of shark judges! Today?s theme: transportation of tomorrow
Get ready for an exciting ride as contestants unveil the transportation inventions of the future! Stay tuned for quirky commercials, backstage drama, and an explosive finale Who will make the biggest splash?
Truly a delight, this graphic novel is filled with interesting information, awesome visuals, and hilarious dialogue SharkTankmade literal, this is sure to inform and entertain
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SPACECHASERS: TO THEMOON
by Leland Melvin and Joe Caramagna; illustrated by Alison Acton
First Second;February2026;208 pages;Ages10-14
The second inst allm ent of t his brilliant space advent ure series, creat ed by real-life ast ronaut Leland Melvin, Eisner-Aw ard nom inat ed com ic creat or Joe Caram agna, and brought t o brilliant life by Alison Act on Perfect for fans of Hilo!
The team of brilliant kids-turned-astronauts are back again and this time they are heading farther than any kid has traveled before. . . to the moon!
But ever since Steven got back from being injured and going through physical therapy, his friends are acting a little strange They are extra courteous to him, almost tripping over themselves to help, and stuttering over the wrong words They mean well but Steven just wants to be treated like a regular member of the team. Plus the moon is an unstable environment, and when moonquakes keep shaking things up, the lives of the entire team are danger It?ll be up to the kids to trust each other?s wits, capabilities and strengths in order to get through the crisis and get each other home safely.
Crafted by the visionary minds of astronaut Leland Melvin, Joe Caramagna, and Alison Acton, dive into this riveting space odyssey, where the vastness of space tests the bounds of friendship and courage
July 2023
CRYPTID KIDS: MOBY DUCK
by Sara Goetter and Natalie Riess
First Second;August 2025;208 pages;Ages8-12
Dive int o t he lat est advent ure w it h Penny and friends in t heir hunt for t he elusive 'Moby Duck'! Myst eries, m onst ers and valuable lessons abound in t his new m iddle grade graphic novel from t he fant ast ic duo behind Dungeon Crit t ers
A year after Penny, K, and Luc rescued the Bawk-Ness Monster and a submarine full of cryptids from the nefarious Alvida Scales, they?ve reunited for what?s supposed to be a low-key trip to the seashore with K?s dad K has big plans to follow in her great-aunt?s cryptid-hunting footsteps and track down the mysterious Moby Duck with her two best friends in tow, but there are a couple big problems with this plan! First of all, Penny?s also bringing a stranger along? a kid named ?Jo?who likes anime and video games and other things that K thinks are super boring And if that wasn? t bad enough, because of everything that went wrong on their last big trip together, K is forbidden from cryptid hunting of any kind! It?s a disaster all around!
Will K be able to salvage her big chance at finding Moby Duck?Maybe! Will she and her friends once again be kidnapped by a villainous member of the Scales family?Probably! Will aliens somehow be involved as they track down dangerous cryptids of the sea?Gosh, wouldn? t that be crazy?
ASGARDIANS: LOKI by George O'Connor
First Second;October 2025;96 pages;Ages10-14
Follow ing t he sm ash-hit Olympians series (over a m illion copies sold!), George O'Connor em barks on a new saga about t he Norse gods. This t hird volum e t ells t he st ory of Loki, t he t rickst er god!
As night falls on Asgard there is one who does not dream Loki, a trickster of epic proportions, has much to think on. He hearkens back to his challenge to the wolf Fenrir to break the strongest Dwarf-made chains He remembers Thjazi, the jotunn in monstrous eagle form, and his pursuit of the apples of youth And he worries he has fallen out of favor with his blood brother, Odin Can he use his cunning and wiles to worm his way back in?Or, feeling spurned, will Loki choose to burn it all down?
In Asgardians, George O?Connor provides the perfect companion to his Olympiansseries, and his highly kinetic illustrations bring these gritty and astonishing tales of war, betrayal, and valor to vivid and startling life
March 2024 October 2024
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ADULT GRAPHIC NOVELS
OF SWAMP & SEA VOLUMEONE
by Mia Jay Boulton and Laurel Boulton
23rd St.;November 2025;256 pages
Lore Olympus m eet s The Witcher in t he first volum e of t his t hrilling supernat ural graphic novel series!
Mercy Gray Harding?s troubles started in the swampland on the outskirts of town? that?s where a mist wolf viciously murdered her father. She enlists a monster hunter named Jonah to put the creature down, but the plan quickly falls apart When the incorporeal beast tries to attack Mercy, it instead possesses her Now Mercy?s human and wolfish sides grapple for control, and she is haunted by the memories of both.
Jonah promises to free her from the monster, and the two set off for a cure. But the open road is full of untold danger, and her new wolfish powers come in handy And is it Mercy or the wolf who is flirting with the handsome Jonah?
OF SWAMP & SEA VOLUMETWO
by Mia Jay Boulton and Laurel Boulton
23rd St.;March 2026;304 pages
Lore Olympus m eet s The Witcher in t he second volum e of t his t hrilling supernat ural graphic novel series!
Mercy Harding isn't entirely human Turns out, she's not the only one harboring a monstrous side. As a brash young monster hunter, Jonah faced a terrifying creature known as the Final Visitor He barely escaped with his life and now shares the Visitor's devastating power But if he dares to use it, he brings the monster closer
With the Final Visitor on Jonah's trail and time running short to free Mercy from her wolfish possession, the two continue their journey to Port Falrest Hoping to pick up speed, they catch a ride from a troop of traveling musicians But can Mercy keep her wolf side hidden among these strangers?Especially when a particularly nosy one keeps grilling her about her true feelings for Jonah?
ELECTRIC LIFE by Sander Funneman;
illustrated by Peter Brouwers
23rd St.;November 2025;304 pages
Did you know bees charge t hem selves like bat t eries, frogs float on m agnet ic fields, and seals use radar? This groundbreaking non-fict ion graphic novel explores elect ricit y and m agnet ism in t he nat ural w orld.
Billions of years before the invention of the light bulb, natural electricity was already shaping our world
From subatomic particles to the solar system we?re all part of, electromagnetic forces have long formed the building blocks of reality as we know it Yet the full extent of their impact is only just beginning to come to light. ElectricLifeinvites readers on a breathtaking journey into this unseen world, revealing how electricity and magnetism affect not only us humans but also our planet and the universe at large: How does lightning influence communication among fish? Do Earth and the sun charge the moon like a solar battery? Does your heart?s magnetic field surround your entire body?Can the electrical properties of microbes be used to heal our bodies, or even reverse environmental damage?
With a fresh perspective and an accessible tone, ElectricLife breaks down recent scientific advances and emerging technologies to answer these questions and more. Sander Funneman brings his many years of research to bear to create a cohesive and essentially hopeful look at the interconnectedness of life, complemented by the clarity and humor of Peter Brouwers?s spectacular illustrations. Together, they challenge readers to take a closer look at this incredible electrical world we are all part of Foreign Sales: Scratch Books/Dut ch
TOTAL THB, VOLUME1 by Paul Pope
23rd St.;November 2025;320 pages
Discover t he epic series t hat helped break new ground in adult graphic novels w it h
Total THB Book 1 This four-volum e collect ion, celebrat ing over t hree decades of Paul Pope's visionary cult classic, w ill publish one book per year
Since its debut in 1994, the world of THB, with its unique blend of elements from American comics, European graphic novels, and Japanese manga, has earned a dedicated readership and critical acclaim Set against the vibrant yet gritty backdrop of a futuristic Mars colony, the story follows the resilient HRWatson and her loyal bodyguard THB as they navigate a world teeming with societal tensions.
Now for the first time, New York Times-bestselling author and Eisner Award winner Paul Pope?s sprawling vision is gathered in a definitive edition, featuring exclusive new material Pope's passion and distinctive art style shine throughout Total THBVolume1, with kinetic illustrations and a swift, pulse-pounding plot sure to enthrall new and returning readers alike
MRS. ORWELLby Andrea Chalupa; illustrated by Brahm Revel
23rd St.;April 2026;224 pages
Eileen Blair, w ife and part ner of George Orw ell, is brought out of her husband?s shadow in t his rivet ing biography, w hich follow s t he couples?t ireless cam paign t o expose difficult polit ical t rut hs t hrough art
The end of the world is at hand The Roaring Twenties are over, fascist forces are on the rise across Europe, and the dream of a workers?paradise is all but dead. But in the midst of these turbulent times, a turbulent love story unfolds? one that would forever reshape our perception of totalitarianism.
Mrs. Orwell follows poet Eileen Blair and her husband, George Orwell, as they forge the professional and romantic partnership that would eventually bring us Animal Farm and 1984. From a honeymoon fighting fascists in the Spanish Civil War, to a narrow escape from Stalin?s agents and an even narrower escape from the London blitz, the Blairs? campaign against fascism would bring them face-to-face with some of the greatest threats of the 1930s But while Orwell struggles to make his voice heard against the pressures of political censorship, Eileen must fight to preserve her own voice within a marriage that threatened to consume her
This sweeping account of Eileen Blair?s brief but dazzling life casts new light on a long-overlooked figure, and her persistent defense of that most beloved, most vulnerable principle: the power of the pen
MARTYR LOSER KINGby Saul Williams;
illustrated by Morgan Sorne
23rd St.;April 2026;336 pages
Incisive quest ions about capit alism , colonialism , and t he fut ure of t echnology abound in t his cyberpunk fable from visionary poet , perform er, and direct or Saul William s
In Martyr Loser King, the East Africa country of Burundi is a source of the precious mineral coltan, a component of every technology on earth. The people who mine coltan are exploited, and the land around the mines is used by the rest of the world as a dumping ground for defunct machines. But from the rubble, creativity and rebellion rise in the form of a hacker who calls himself Martyr Loser King and an otherworldly stranger named Neptune Frost. Together, they launch a cyberattack that reverberates throughout the world But the world is too focused on old enemies to recognize a new transformative force that seeks not destruction, but rebirth and understanding
Steeped in mythology and history but inspired by present-day events, Martyr Loser King offers a glimpse of a future that doesn? t feel far from possible
THEHARROWING GAMEby Antoine Revoy
23rd St.;May2025;224 pages
For fans of Junji It o com es The Harrowing Game, a deliciously creepy m anga-inflect ed horror graphic novel for adult readers
Every night, ghosts gather in an upstairs bathroom, and a game is played The scariest story wins No soul can move on until they win
Tonight, three players are locked in this existential battle: a recently deceased girl with no memories, a smirking boy in a bathtub, and an old woman trapped in a mirror In their terrifying tales, an ancient evil stalks the world, from the temples of ancient Egypt to the taxidermy labs of modern New England This presence tempts the innocent as well as the corrupted, and its hunger is boundless
TheHarrowingGame is drawn in the tradition of horror manga, with beautiful and disturbing detail, and shocking twists that will leave you gasping
DROMEby Jesse Lonergan
23rd St.;August 2025;320 pages
Moebius m eet s t he Epic of Gilgamesh in t his visually m ind-blow ing adult graphic novel about w ar, love, and deat h in a fledgling w orld
First, there was nothing Then, humanity was born, and an endless cycle of violence began From the depths of the ocean, a mighty demigoddess is called forth to reign in their destructive impulses, and teach a language of peace and harmony Civilization takes root, a great city rising from the desert But the balance between chaos and order is a fragile one, and there are higher powers at work in this strange new world
Through intricate linework, kaleidoscopic colors, and a groundbreaking approach to the comics medium, author Jesse Lonergan explores how love, envy, and grief have shaped us and our societies since the beginning of time Equal parts epic and contemplative, Drome is a creation myth for the modern age
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SAINT CATHERINEby Anna Meyer
23rd St.;April 2025;368 pages
A relat able adult graphic novel about a w om an w ho skips Sunday m ass for t he first t im e in her life only t o discover she's possibly being possessed by a dem on
Catherine O'Brien is woman in her mid-20s struggling to balance work, family, and her relationships Though she was raised Irish Catholic, the world of communion, confessionals, and Catholicism is a thing of the past for Catherine. But there is one thing she can? t shake; the fear that something bad might happen if she misses Sunday mass After 25 years, she spontaneously skips mass for the first time and soon after makes the shocking discovery that she is being possessed by a black spirit who calls himself the prince of hell On her journey to exorcise these demons (both the paranormal and emotional kind), Catherine grapples with guilt, her relationships, and what it means to be good.
A cathartic and engaging view into the messy life of an urban women in their early twenties, Anna Meyer's Saint Catherineis truly a story of letting go of guilt and taking responsibilities for your desires, hopes, and mistakes
BREADCRUMBS by Kasia Babis
23rd St.;June2025;256 pages
A m oving graphic m em oir in t he vein of I Was Their American Dream and Persepolis, Breadcrumbs is a com ing-of-age st ory set in Poland as t he count ry t ransit ions from com m unism t o capit alism
In the late 1980s, Poland is facing debilitating food shortages, worker discontent, and astronomical inflation Seemingly overnight, the country transitions from communism to capitalism During this period of flux, Kasia Babis is born
In the shadow of national change, Kasia experiences her own journey of growth, from rebellious teen to politically minded activist She grapples with her country?s deep-rooted Catholicism and forges her own beliefs, leading to her becoming an active part of Poland?s left-wing Razem party Each new experience is a reminder that broader societal upheavals reverberate on a deeply personal level
With a deft balance of the intimate and geopolitical, Kasia Babis chronicles her fight to uphold her progressive values while her country heads in the opposite direction. Breadcrumbsis a coming-of-age story? not only of Kasia but of Poland as a modern state
LUCASWARSby Laurent Hopman and Renaud Roche;
translated by Jeremy Melloul
23rd St.;September 2025;208 pages
This adult graphic novel chronicles t he epic journey of George Lucas, from rebellious yout h t o prodigy of a new Hollyw ood era, and t he creat ion of St ar Wars
In a tale befitting the saga he created, Lucas Wars follows George Lucas?s journey from aimless dreamer to filmmaking trailblazer and prodigy of the New Hollywood movement While his fellow rising stars? directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Scorsese? craft The Godfather, Jaws, and Taxi Driver, Lucas follows his childhood dreams and begins work on an epic fantasy which, he soon discovers, is not without its epic challenges
Writer Laurent Hopman and artist Renaud Roche dive deep into the creative process behind Star Wars: A New Hope, from the hell of casting to the nightmare of filming Lucas is forced to juggle actor quarrels, a secret love affair, costume and set mishaps, and constant pushback from film execs But despite it all, a landmark movie emerges? one that changes the medium of film forever
Lucas Wars is an exhilarating underdog story and a unique glimpse into the world of cinema But most of all, it?s an ode to the magic of childhood and the value of perseverance
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THEGIANT by Youssef Daoudi
23rd St.;May2025;272 pages
From Youssef Daoudi, The Giant is a radically new look at t he direct or of Citizen Kane and Touch of Evil: legendary film m aker Orson Welles
Long after his death in 1985, the shadow of Orson Welles still looms over Hollywood At twenty-three, Welles shook the nation with his infamous radio broadcast of War of the Worlds At twenty-five, he secured his place in history with his debut film, Citizen Kane. Yet four films and less than a decade later, his career suffered a spectacular collapse, and Welles, once the most promising director in America, was written off as a ?bad bet ?
In TheGiant, Youssef Daoudi creates a vivid portrait of the man behind the self-mythologizing persona, and poses a question as timeless as Orson Welles himself: What happens to a true artist when he comes up against the rest of the world? UK/ ANZ RIGHTS ONLY - Translat ion right s: Pippin Propert ies
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The English Agency Sakuragi Bldg 4F, 6-7-3 Minami Aoyama Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062, JAPAN noriko@eaj.co.jp
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Elina Ahlback
Elina Ahlback Literary Agency
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Helsinki FINLAND
elina ahlback@ahlbackagency com
TURKEY
Asli Ermis
Asli Karasuil
Mimar Sinan Caddesi, Gurur Sitesi
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Altinoluk-Balikesir, TURKEY aslikarasuil@gmail com
RUSSIA
Konstantin Palchikov
Nova Littera
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Bora Sun & Yejee Lee
KCCKorea Copyright Center Inc Gyonghigung-achim, Officetel Room 520 Compound 3, Naesu-dong 72, Chongno Seoul 110-070, KOREA brsun@kccseoul com yjlee k@kccseoul com
THENETHERLANDS
Monique Oosterhof
Mo Literary Services Zwaluwtong 41 1141 KN Monnickendam
THENETHERLANDS mo@moliterary nl
SPAIN & PORTUGAL
Sandra Bruna
Sandra Bruna Agencia Literaria
C/ Milà i Fontanals, 14, 2º 3ª
Barcelona 08012
SPAIN
sbruna@sandrabruna com
AZERBAIJAN, KAZAKHSTAN, KYRGYZSTAN, TURKMENISTAN, UZBEKISTAN
Emre Can Petek & Muhammet Mirhan Petek
Introtema
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Cad Metropol Center No: 31 Kat:11 ?ç
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Lora Fountain
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