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Muscular Picture Books for Boys (page 3)


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Cover art for COOKIEBOT!
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2011
by Katie Van Camp, illustrated by Lincoln Agnew

"Inventive, animated and irresistible. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Harry and Horsie return to battle a giant, cookie-eating robot in this winning tale that will satisfy sweet tooth and thrill-seeker alike. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE ASTONISHING SECRET OF AWESOME MAN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
by Michael Chabon, illustrated by Jake Parker

"Rest easy, regular people; you supervillains better watch out. (Picture book. 6-8)"
Chabon snags his youngest audience yet with this first-person profile of a superhero who battles both bad guys and anger issues. Read full book review >
Cover art for REVENGE OF THE DINOTRUX
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2012
by Chris Gall, illustrated by Chris Gall

"Young fans of all things big and noisy will make trax for this dynamic dino-diversion. (Picture book. 6-8)"
The prehistoric metal monsters dug up and introduced in Dinotrux! (2009) break out--twice!--in this smashing (crashing, roaring, grinding) sequel. Read full book review >