ISBN: 978-1-935179-22-1
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Benjamin Bear in Bright Ideas!by Philippe Coudray
Knitting a sheep a sweater? Visiting a fish’s underwater house? Soaring down a staircase on a square-wheeled bicycle? These could only be the predicaments of beloved character Benjamin Bear! Our favorite fuzzy friend returns with a whole new set of problems to solve—but when it comes to Benjamin Bear, the solutions may cause just as much trouble. Award-winning artist Philippe Coudray brings us another collection of one-page gags that kids will love to puzzle out. Benjamin Bear in Bright Ideas! is the perfect treat both for the children who are just learning to read and the adults reading along with them.
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"A marvel of economy in setup, delivery, and payoff." |
ISBN: 978-1-935179-12-2
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
EISNER AWARD BEST PUBLICATION
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New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing |
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"It is original [and] deep-down funny...most important, the adventures are steeped in the rare quality of imaginative kindness."
—The Horn Book Magazine
STARRED REVIEW
"A visually formatted joke book to inspire thinking as well as laughs."
--Kirkus Reviews
ISBN: 978-1-935179-20-7
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
EISNER AWARD – BEST PUBLICATION
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Kirkus Reviews |
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"Another outing positively radiant with child appeal, featuring a pair of close siblings with complementary personalities.”
--Kirkus Reviews
STARRED REVIEW
“Pure charm.”
--Booklist
ISBN: 978-1-935179-07-8
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Benny and Penny in The Toy Breakerby Geoffrey Hayes
Benny and Penny hide every toy and tell Cousin Bo he can’t play with them. Will the three mice find a way to play without something getting torn, ripped, or snatched away? Geoffrey Hayes, the uncontested master of children's comics, thrills us with this hilarious tale of tiny cousins who discover a game that can’t ever be ruined.
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"The popular and Geisel Award-winning mouse sibs meet their greatest challenge yet...A thought-provoking episode just right for the I Can Read set." |
ISBN: 978-0-9799238-9-0
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
WINNER OF THE THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL AWARD
Benny and Penny in The Big No-No!by Geoffrey Hayes
Benny and his sister Penny know it’s wrong to sneak into someone else’s backyard but their mysterious new neighbor—or is it a monster?—may be a thief. They go snooping and discover a lot about themselves and…a new friend. Bestselling children’s artist Geoffrey Hayes enchants early readers with his charming and subtle storytelling. In this lively caper, the artist’s small-scale mice take on large-scale issues with enormous comics mastery.
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"Young children will love the graphic-novel format and the sweet, charming illustrations." |
IOWA GOLDFINCH AWARD
ISBN: 978-0-9799238-0-7
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Benny and Penny in Just Pretendby Geoffrey Hayes
How can Benny pretend to be a brave pirate when his pesky little sister, Penny, wants to tag along and is always asking for a hug? He tries to lose her, but when he does, he starts to feel a little lost himself. Penny proves her bravery and saves Benny from a bug. They hug as Benny explains he was only pretending she bugged him.
Bank Street's Best Children's Books of the Year Blue Crab Young Readers Honor Book |
"The sweet, delicately colored illustrations have an old-fashioned feel that gives the familiar sibling story a timeless quality...A charmer that will invite repeated readings." |
ISBN: 978-1-935179-10-8
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Nina in That Makes Me Mad!by Hilary Knight, the artist of the Eloïse books
based on a text by Steven Kroll What makes Nina mad? Lots of things—lots of little, everyday things, frustrations that all children will recognize. But Nina knows how to speak her mind and that makes her feel much better. In a series of humorous vignettes, Hilary Knight, the artist who brought the enormously successful Eloise to life, applies his magic to a text by veteran children's book writer Steven Kroll, and brings to life a spunky character who will show young readers how to articulate their feelings.
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"Fresh and buoyant." |
ISBN: 978-1-935179-17-7
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
EISNER AWARD - BEST PUBLICATION
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Kids' Indie Next List |
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“Modan makes the tale approachable for struggling readers…A fun read with an engaging hero.”
--Publishers Weekly
"Another winner from TOON.”
--Booklist
ISBN: 978-1-935179-09-2
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
EISNER AWARD - BEST PUBLICATION
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Booklist Top 10 |
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"Another beginning comic book that's pure charm...Sure to be a favorite in any kids' collection."
--Booklist
STARRED REVIEW
"The format, vocabulary and art work well here to encourage kids to read on their own and have fun doing it."
--Kirkus Reviews
WINNER OF THE GEISEL HONOR
ISBN: 978-0-9799238-4-5
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Booklist's Notable Children's Books Stinkyby Eleanor Davis
Stinky is a monster who loves pickles and possums but is terrified of people. When a new kid enters his swamp, this adorable little monster comes up with all sorts of crazy plans to scare him away. But Stinky quickly learns to conquer his fear, as he realizes that bats, rats, and toads aren’t the only friends you can find in the swamp. This hilarious and heart-warming story by ferociously talented newcomer Eleanor Davis proves that even monsters can make new friends…warts and all!
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"Eleanor Davis's comic has a visual narrative that's as smooth as butter and an accommodatingly waggish text for kids starting their reading careers." |
ISBN: 978-1-935179-00-9
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Luke on the Looseby Harry Bliss
Luke looks on at the pigeons in Central Park, while Dad is lost in “boring Daddy talk,” and before you know it—LUKE IS ON THE LOOSE! He’s free as a bird, on a hilarious solo flight through New York City. Harry Bliss, the renowned illustrator of many bestselling children’s books, finally goes on a solo flight on his own with a soaring story that will delight any young reader who has ever felt cooped up.
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"Bliss has created an ideal graphic novel for emerging readers." |
Coming Soon in Fall 2013!
ISBN: 978-1-935179-32-0
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
The Big Wet Balloon
by Liniers
When her little sister, Clemmie, refuses to go out in the rain, Matilda sets out to teach her all the delights of a wet Saturday. But after her enthusiasm leads her to make a big mistake, it’s Matilda who will end up learning an unforgettable lesson. The world-renowned cartoonist Liniers gives us a funny and sweet portrait of his daughters that is sure to become every beginning reader’s favorite story.
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ISBN: 978-1-935179-40-5
32 pages, 6” x 9”, hardcover $12.95 |
El globo grande y mojado (The Big Wet Balloon)
por Liniers
Cuando su hermana menor, Clem se reusa a salir a la lluvia, Matilda se propone enseñarle todos los placeres de un sábado mojado. Luego de que su entusiasmo la lleve a cometer un gran error, es Matilda quien finalmente aprende una lección inolvidable. El caricaturista mundialmente aclamado Liniers, nos ofrece un retrato dulce y gracioso de sus hijas, que seguro se convertirá en el favorito de todo lector principiante.
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ISBN: 978-1-935179-34-4
32 pages, 6” x 9” hardcover $12.95 |
Patrick Eats His Peas and Other StoriesBy Geoffrey Hayes
Equal parts adorable and bratty, this sweet bear transforms daily routine into fun adventures. As he keeps his parents on their toes from breakfast to bedtime, Patrick will also keep young readers coming back for more. Geoffrey Hayes, a Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winner and the uncontested master of children's comics, gives us four classic Patrick stories.
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