Tag Archives: Middle grade graphic novel

HEEBIE JEEBIES

A perfect title for this fun, engaging ghost story. The graphic format is also the right choice given the plot: Blue and their best friend Herschel are definitely not the coolest kids around, but when a group of popular bullies … Continue reading

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

CONTINENTAL DRIFTER

Kathy has a Thai mother and an American father. In Thailand she is seen as a “luk khrueng” (half child) given her bi-cultural background. Most of the year Kathy lives in Bangkok, where she attends an English speaking international school. … Continue reading

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, MG Fantasy, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , | 8 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

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

Posted in Graphic Novels, Middle Grade Book Reviews | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments