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Children's and Teen: Middle School


Cover art for ZITA THE SPACEGIRL
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 1, 2011
by Ben Hatke, illustrated by Ben Hatke

"Be prepared to blast off; this debut is truly out of this world. (Graphic science fiction. 9-12)"
A headstrong young girl makes a hasty decision and finds herself in a galaxy far, far away in this graphic-novel shining star. Read full book review >
Cover art for PILOT & HUXLEY
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 1, 2011
by Dan McGuiness, illustrated by Dan McGuiness

"While the ick factor is high, the actual plot is pretty thin; still, Captain Underpants fans will probably enjoy this mucous-drenched romp. (Graphic fiction. 9-12)"
A zany, gross-out graphic novel that reads like a madcap, G-rated South Park episode. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE DRAINED BRAINS CAPER
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2010
by Trina Robbins, illustrated by Tyler Page

"With the setup accomplished, readers can hope that now the actual mysteries can begin. (Graphic mystery. 8-12)"
Thirteen-year-old Megan Yamamura is new in Chicagoland. Read full book review >
Cover art for MEANWHILE
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2010
by Jason Shiga, illustrated by Jason Shiga

"That said, make your choice carefully. (Graphic fiction. 10 & up)"
All choices have weight, even the most banal. Read full book review >
Cover art for CAT BURGLAR BLACK
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2009
by Richard Sala, illustrated by Richard Sala

"Expect sequels. (Graphic fiction. 10-12)"
Sala usually aims his pulpy gothics at older teens and adults, but here he tries for a younger audience. Read full book review >
Cover art for SCIENCE FICTION CLASSICS
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2009
edited by Tom Pomplun

"However, the varied art and strong story choices are sure to please graphics fans with a taste for tales without tights and masks. (Graphic short stories. 12 & up)"
Editor (and adaptor of two pieces) Pomplun searched back to the roots of science fiction for the Martian invaders, aliens and disintegration machines that populate this 17th volume in Eureka's excellent series. Read full book review >