Tag Archives: Middle grade graphic novel

BLUE STARS: THE VICE PRINCIPAL PROBLEM

BLUE STARS is a new graphic series featuring two enduring characters. Pictured on the left is Maya Dawn who has moved to Urbanapolis to live with Grandma while her parents are on active duty in Japan. Joining Maya is Riley … Continue reading

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THE INVENTOR

This new graphic series is a real attention grabber both from the artwork and story synopsis: Discover the vibrant island of Mata-Mata with long-time residents Cobalt Cogg and his grandfather, Alfred. Cobalt wants to grow up to be like his … Continue reading

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THE GULLFATHER: BIRDSY SEAGULL

A little bird told me about THE GULLFATHER, a new middle grade graphic novel, and I just had to feature it today. The early bird did not catch the worm though in this case as the book hit the shelves … Continue reading

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SERAFINA AND THE BLACK CLOAK (The Graphic Novel)

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

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

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

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

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)

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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PLAY LIKE A GIRL

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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