CHILDREN'S
Released: Dec. 1, 2010
"As fascination with cause and effect is a classic phase of childhood, this book would seem to have a natural place in both bedrooms and classrooms; though the flat, mannered cartoons may be initially off-putting to kids, the concept will beguile them. (Picture book. 4 & up)"
A 1960 text from Reid is paired to all-new illustrations from Gill that realize one child's beguiling hypotheses.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2010
"However, with its upbeat palette (courtesy of Pop), manga-inspired art and hip characters, this charmer is sure to please preteen girls. (Graphic fiction. 9-12)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2010
"A real crowd pleaser, with further episodes possible but not necessary. (Graphic hybrid/fantasy. 11-13)"
This sequel to Malice (2009) draws the rival casts of evil monsters and teenage rebels into climactic battles both in this world and the parallel one behind the pages of a comic.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2010
"Anticipate readers clamoring for the next episode. (Graphic fantasy. 9 & up)"
In this third installment of the Amulet series, Kibuishi maintains the lightning pace that propelled the previous two volumes.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: July 15, 2010
"Effervescently bizarre. (Graphic fiction. 6-10)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2010
"A brisk, energetic read. (Graphic classic. 10 & up)"
Classic works are often reimagined as comics, frequently as an attempt to make stodgy old books attractive and palatable to younger readers.
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