Category Archives: Graphic Novels

SERAFINA AND THE BLACK CLOAK (The Graphic Novel)

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Eight years have passed since Serafina and the Black Cloak arrived on the bookshelves. The engaging plot centers around a young girl living in the basement of the Biltmore Mansion in Asheville, N C. The wealthy Vanderbilt’s who live there … Continue reading →

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PECULIAR WOODS

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Take a cute blanket, a yoga chair, and two royal chess pieces. Add in nine-year-old Iggie who discovers he can talk with them and you have the start of a fun graphic series. The story begins with Iggie on his … Continue reading →

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LO & BEHOLD

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Author Wendy Mass has written many middle grade and young adult novels (11 BIRTHDAYS and BOB are my past favorites). With LO & BEHOLD she enters new writing territory with a graphic novel. Here’s what to expect in this engaging … Continue reading →

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ADVENTURE KINGDOM: A KNIGHT OF THE REALM

Posted on April 21, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

The popularity of graphic novels is growing by leaps and bounds. Young readers can’t get enough of this colorful story telling approach. The second book in the Adventure Kingdom series, A Knight of the Realm, is another fun and exciting … Continue reading →

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BRIGHT FAMILY VACATION

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

After searching for each other throughout the multiverse and repairing their interdimensional portals together, the Bright family is ready for a vacation! But relaxing days riding water slides and eating space ramen are put on hold when the portal drops … Continue reading →

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ENOLA HOLMES (The Graphic Novel-Book Two)

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

The brilliant sister of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes returns, ready for more adventure. London, 1889. A woman is being held prisoner while she awaits a forced marriage. Another has been kidnapped, and yet another disappears… As Enola seeks to … Continue reading →

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ANIMAL RESCUE FRIENDS—FRIENDS FUR-EVER

Posted on December 23, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Animal lovers have a new friend with the second title in the ANIMAL RESCUE FRIENDS graphic novel series. FRIENDS FUR-EVER can be enjoyed without having read the first book. The kids are starting a new school year and it’s time … Continue reading →

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PLAY LIKE A GIRL

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Author Misty Wilson takes readers back to her 7th grade year when she played football. Before we break huddle and get on with my review, here’s the set-up: Misty never shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. … Continue reading →

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BIG NATE DESTINED FOR AWESOMENESS

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Big Nate is an often misguided 6th grader who readers have gotten to know the past 31 years via the syndicated daily 4-panel cartoon. This year introduced a TV series which has been renewed for another season on Paramount+. And … Continue reading →

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APPLE CRUSH

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Jen is just getting used to her life on Peapod Farm with her new stepsisters, Andy and Reese. But when the school year starts, there are more changes in store for her. Jen has to navigate new friends and new … Continue reading →

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