SMURFS ARCHIVES continues its mission to present Peyo’s Smurfs stories in order of their original publishing date with Volume five of the series. Featuring stories and content that has never been published in English alongside classic material.
Following the massive cultural breakthrough of THE SMURFS brand in the 1980s, Peyo began to personally oversee the publication of SCHTROUMPF, a monthly magazine that was originally published in French from 1989 to 1992. A mix of comics, illustrated text stories, games, articles, and DIY educational pieces (such as craft instructions and recipes), SCHTROUMPF strove to entertain fans in every aspect of the word – from a very smurfy perspective. Featuring a wealth of content that has never been published in English alongside classic material, SMURFS ARCHIVES VOLUME FIVE begins the journey through the first era of “SCHTROUMPF MAG”– a wondrous trip previously unfamiliar to many fans worldwide, and a fresh experience for those who may not have seen these stories since their first publication decades ago.
Legendary Smurfologist, Matt. Murray, smurfs a brand-new introduction and commentary alongside never-before-seen Peyo art that adds historical context and insight to this beautiful hardcover collection that is sure to make everyone’s must-smurf list.
A mysterious crystal. A galaxy in danger. One ordinary kid is about to become the most powerful hero on Earth! Mad Cave Studios‘ Papercutz imprint has announce Meteor Mite: Up & At ‘Em!, an all-new original graphic novel from Eisner, Harvey, and CIPA Award-winning cartoonist Art Baltazar, introducing readers to the latest superhero to emerge from the beloved Aw Yeah! Universe.
Years in the making! A tale of Galactic Proportions!
Our saga takes us to the far reaches of space, where a mysterious runaway Crystal is being pursued by the evil Meteor Mongers! The Mongers will not stop until they find the Enchanted Crystal! WHAT? WHY? What’s so important about this Crystal? Could it be the ultimate power in the universe? I think so! Or maybe the Crystal is about to choose the newest Hero of the Aw Yeat Universe! You bet! Introducing METEOR MITE! The most powerful being on earth…and the world heavyweight championship wrestler? Every hero has an origin story, and this one belongs to Meteor Mite! But how does one learn to be a superhero? Is Mikey worthy of this power? Where do those powers come from? Mikey is about to step into a whole new world… while accidentally making enemies along the way.
Meteor Mite: Up & At ‘Em! expands the Aw Yeah Universe with a cosmic origin story packed with humor, heart, and superhero action. Baltazar’s signature style makes it an accessible, fast-paced adventure for new readers while giving longtime fans an exciting new hero to cheer for.
For readers 7-12 and fans of Yahgz, Action Cat, and more of Baltazar’s titles, Meteor Mite: Up & At ‘Em! is an energetic introduction to a brand-new cosmic champion from one of comics’ most beloved creators.
Meteor Mite: Up & At ‘Em! flies into comic shops and bookstores on September 22, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545833803 | $12.99) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545833797 | $17.99) formats.
Papercutz, the kids’ imprint of Mad Cave Studios, expands its lineup of acclaimed all-ages graphic novels with seven new releases featuring fan-favorite characters, award-winning creators, and adventures spanning fantasy, science fiction, mystery, humor, and history—offering something for readers at every stage of their graphic novel journey!
Among the upcoming releases is Punk Taco Adventures Vol. 2, the latest installment of the Ringo Award-winning series created by Adam Wallenta and Makana Wallenta. Joining it are new volumes of Jackson’s Wilder Adventures, Amelia Shadows, Three Thieves, Herobear and the Kid, Double Booking, and The Extraordinary Voyages, creating a season of stories that spans friendship, fantasy, mystery, adventure, and imagination for readers of all ages.
(W/A/C/L) Sarah Davidson PB: 9781545827239 | $9.99, HC: 9781545827246 | $14.99 July 28
Jackson and his best friend Irwin are at it again—learning all about the natural world and the animals in it. This time, Irwin and Jackson learn life lessons from Emperor Penguins, Zebras, Ostriches, and more in this volume all about friendship and relationships!
Amelia Shadows and the Monster in the Box
(W/A/C/L) Matthew Dow Smith PB: 9781545827444 | $12.99, HC: 9781545827451 | $17.99 August 4
When Amelia Shadows opens a mysterious box hidden among her father’s magical artifacts, she accidentally unleashes a dangerous creature into the family mansion. Now Amelia must contain the chaos before her father—or worse, the house ghosts—discover what she’s done.
Three Thieves Vol. 6: The Dark Island
(W/A/C/L) Scott Chantler PB: 9781545833698 | $14.99, HC: 9781545833681 | $19.99 September 8
Against all odds, Dessa, Topper, and Fisk arrive on the legendary island of Astaroth, and Dessa sets about finding her long-lost twin brother, Jared. Instead, she discovers a bizarre world beyond anything she could have ever imagined, where three children roam under the watchful eye of a mysterious and rarely seen man they call the Toymaker.
Herobear and the Kid Vol. 3: Saving Time Part Deux
(W/A/C/L) Mike Kunkel PB: 9781545833773 | $19.99, HC: 9781545833766 | $29.99 September 15
Tyler and Herobear embark on their most important mission yet in Saving Time: Part Deux, traveling to a magical moment in the past where the fate of Christmas—and time itself—hangs in the balance. Perfect for fans of Herobear and the Kid, Superman for All Seasons, Calvin and Hobbes, and Back to the Future!
Double Booking Vol. 3: Fangs for the Memories
(W) Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer (A) Nic Touris (L) Chas! Pangburn PB: 9781545833872 | $14.99, HC: 9781545833865 | $19.99 September 29
While exploring New Orleans, Otto and Nan each uncover different pieces of a vampire musician’s long-forgotten past. Their separate adventures converge into a supernatural mystery about family, music, and second chances.
The third volume of the continuing adventures of Everett & Naomi, where the stakes are higher, the obstacles more dangerous, and the secrets revealed more shocking.
Punk Taco Adventures Vol. 2: Big Problems
(W/A) Adam Wallenta (A/C/L) Makana Wallenta & Keola Wallenta PB: 9781545835043 | $12.99, HC: 9781545835036 | $17.99 October 13
A story about friendship, compassion, empathy, and saving the world against impossible odds. Punk Taco continues his mission to spread peace, love, and music throughout the universe.
Two brothers set out on a madcap road-trip adventure to collect the seven pieces of the Ever Star, discovering wild worlds, unforgettable friends, and the power of chasing your one true wish!
This fall, Papercutz, the kids imprint of Mad Cave Studios, proudly presents Ever Trip Vol. 1, a vibrant middle-grade graphic novel from writer A.C. Medina and Chicago-based artist Max Bare, featuring color assistance by Allison Bilbey and lettering by Lucas Gattoni. Bursting with imaginative worldbuilding, video game-inspired adventure, and a lovable cast of characters, Ever Trip sends readers on a fast-paced journey filled with humor, heart, and discovery.
Trip into adventure with Nedd and Karter!
Legend has it that when the seven pieces of the Ever Star are brought together, all in its presence are granted their one true wish. This is an Ever Trip. Brothers Nedd and Karter have dreamt their whole lives of going on their very own Ever Trip…and now their van is loaded up and the time has finally come!
Along the way, Nedd and Karter create a band of friends and adventurers: Macha the realest rollerblading bear, Mo the mechanical monk and martial artist, Lex.e the form-less artificial being (that’s also very naturally intelligent), and Crys the child of the illusive Mt. Colossus–a literal mountain! Traveling the digital streets of Network City or protecting the ancient roots of the Infinitree, the boys’ journey finds the attention of Princess Roma, whose kingdom floats above the world in the AstroNova Constellation.
Can they collect all seven pieces of the Ever Star? Find out in this madcap road trip adventure with your new BFFs, Nedd and Karter, as they discover vibrant worlds, equip new friends, encounter (and defeat!) random enemies in a road trip that’s a real wish come true!
Packed with unforgettable characters, imaginative worlds, and heartwarming friendships, Ever Trip invites readers on an epic quest fueled by wonder, discovery, and the possibility of having their greatest wish come true!
Ever Trip Vol. 1 arrives October 6, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545833988 | $10.99) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545833995 | $15.99) formats.
Pet detectives Marlowe and Purrlock are on the case again after an astronomer takes a tumble during The Night of the Comet–and it turns out this accident might not have been an accident at all. When their nemesis, Meowieart, asks them for help on the case, Purrlock and Marlowe (well, mostly Purrlock) are suspicious, but soon the facts of the case win them over. Dr. Tortuga is a brilliant astronomer, but on the night that should hold the discovery of her career–she instead finds herself in a terrible bicycle accident! But as Purrlock and Marlowe discover, someone’s been tampering with her bike! Could it be the doctor’s overworked assistant? The disgruntled neighbor? Or the kid who was able to claim discovery of the comet in Dr. Tortuga’s place? Come along with the two best detectives in town to find out!
(W) Martin Etxeberria, Xabier Etxeberria (A) Alex San Vincente
In the not-too-distant future, where climate change has ravaged the Earth, a young woman fights for her life, and her family, against pirates and political unrest, all while trying to hide her secret “special” ability.
Earth 2103 — A large part of the world is underwater. Global warming and the sudden acceleration of the melting of the poles have caused a sharp rise in sea level, in the form of Three Great Waves which arrived unexpectedly. These tsunamis not only flooded entire countries, but also wiped out telecommunications, agriculture, and energy production. Those who managed to survive must operate in a new and fragmented society of scarce resources — a dark age in which new powers emerge, such as the North African League, ready to conquer the part of Europe left on the water. It is there that Jare, a young woman with hidden powers who lives in the Basque Archipelago, will find herself unexpectedly plunged into a world of dangerous intrigue that seeks to disrupt old balances and create new alliances.
(W) Kiernan Sjursen-Lien, Kevin Cannarile, Jair Holguin, Kat Calamia, Phil Falco, Whitney Wetta, Dan Xmas, Sammie Crowley (A) Lauren Bird, Megan LeMasurier, Olivia Walden, Giulia Mammone, Angela Capolupo, Ryan Jampole, Kelsey Wooley, Hector Perez-Aguilar, Daniela Rodriguez, Ida Hem
For fans of the Emmy-nominated series THE LOUD HOUSE and THE CASAGRANDES, LOUD HOUSE is an ongoing anthology series with many stories written and drawn by Nickelodeon’s animation team.
Shout out LOUD for 10 years of the lovable Loud House!
One year for each of the ten siblings who drive Lincoln Loud crazy! But he wouldn’t have them any other way — and neither would we. Celebrate the anniversary of the launch of the show that became the top-rated children’s animated series on American television with brand-new stories featuring the whole zany family!
In “Mathletic,” Lynn Jr. trains for her biggest game yet: a mathlete?! In “Flip Sync Battle,” Flips branches out from Food & Fuel to offer a new service — but is he ready for the chaos that karaoke can bring? Then, Luna and Sam are all set for the perfect Valentine’s Day date: a gig playing music for the local coffee shop! But when the vibes are less than loving, the girls will have to drum up a solution, and fast… Plus, Lincoln gets the detention blues, Benny tries to be Luan’s knight-in-shining-armor but ends up denting it, Lisa invents a fart-transfer device, and much more hilarity!
It’s all in this special anthology featuring stories by the talent behind the Emmy-nominated series THE LOUD HOUSE and THE CASAGRANDES!
Sci-fi and fantasy merge in this girl-power reimagining of Flash Gordon! Focusing on teamwork, adventures, cute critters, heroes, monsters, and the journey of leadership! Papercutz and Mad Cave Studios, in partnership with King Features, present Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Vol. 2, the next chapter in the acclaimed middle-grade reimagining of one of science fiction’s most enduring heroes.
Written by GLAAD-nominated, New York Times-bestselling author Marguerite Bennett and illustrated by Bev Johnson, with colors by Abigail Paradis and letters by Morgan Martinez, this action-packed adventure blends science fiction and fantasy into a story about friendship, courage, leadership, and discovering where you belong.
She fell from a shooting star with no memory and only the faintest clues about where she came from, or why she’d been sent to this part of the world. But that didn’t stop Flash Gordon from leaping into action when her friend Dale Arden needed help. Now they’re both embroiled in a planetary war! The evil Emperor Azimuth wants to rule the alien world of Omnia—and a strange shadow power seems to be helping him. Flash fought alongside a rebel army to depose him—but they failed. Now Flash and Dale are on the run, the Emperor’s sister is under lock and key, and Omnia is in chaos. And the Emperor knows something about Flash’s origins…something even Flash doesn’t know…
With colorful worldbuilding, memorable creatures, daring adventures, and a heroine finding her place among the stars, Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Vol. 2 introduces a new generation of readers to the legendary universe first created by Alex Raymond while charting an exciting path all its own.
Perfect for readers who love adventurous heroines, imaginative fantasy worlds, and epic quests, Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Vol. 2 will appeal to fans of Amulet, The Last Kids on Earth, Cleopatra in Space, and Wings of Fire.
Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Vol. 2 goes on sale July 21, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545827215 | $12.99) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545827222 | $17.99) formats.
(W) Carrie Harris, Jeremy Whitley, Molly Jones, Sarah Cooke (A) Mari Chirchirillo, Lex Hobson, Ornella Greco, Salvatore Callerami, Ryan Jampole, Natalie Haines, Sophie Scruggs, Lara Késsia, Nancy Olivo, Meritxwell Garcia, Melissa Ballesteros
Slapstick humor and cuteness merge in this super-charged graphic novel series! Perfect for reluctant readers and fans of Miraculous Ladybug!
Did you know, when these Parisian heroes aren’t watching out for akuma or guarding their secret identities – they’re judging sandcastles? But what happens when their friends are the contestants?!
Then, Adrien and Marinette are both bound for the red carpet–but will their hidden identities foil another perfect romantic setting? And Ladybug and friends team up for the most dangerous game of all: soccer! Will Marinette survive without embarrassing herself in front of her crush?!
Plus, Evillustrator is loose in Paris! And when he sets up Ladybug and her friend Rena Rouge to take the fall for a stolen painting, the heroic pair will have to “”reverse heist”” their way into one of the most famous museums in the world!
All this and much more in this supersized collection of issues #4-6 of the Miraculous Ladybug graphic novel series, influenced by the award-winning TV show and with the chibi art from the YouTube shorts!
Collects the 3 more supercharged Miraculous Chibi volumes with stories by writers Carrie Harris, Jeremy Whitley, Molly Jones, Sarah Cooke and artists Mari Chirchirillo, Lex Hobson, Ornella Greco, Salvatore Callerami, Ryan Jampole, Natalie Haines, Sophie Scruggs, Lara Késsia, Nancy Olivo, Meritxwell Garcia, Melissa Ballesteros!
When the lights go out, imagination turns everything up. Emily Kado: The Spiders’ Secret, written and illustrated by Antoine Dodé, translated by Joe Johnson, with lettering by Dave Sharpe, arrives from Papercutz this August. This 120-page adventure blends gentle humor with eerie twists, an uplifting and encouraging children’s story that champions the power of imagination and proves that we all dare to face our fears, no matter how old you are!
Emily’s favorite thing to do is play with her best friend, Suzie. One day, when Emily goes to surprise Suzie at her house, Suzie isn’t home…but other scarier things are! Soon, Emily is on her own exciting adventure where she is joined by a new, helpful insect friend along the way. With his help and that of her special witch costume, Emily finds the courage to confront her fears of spiders, the dark, and…crazy clowns!
A strong fit for readers drawn to character-led adventures that explore fear through imagination, Emily Kado: The Spiders’ Secret sits comfortably alongside stories that embrace the surreal and the sincere in equal measure. It’s a story about growing up without rushing it.
Emily Kado: The Spiders’ Secret goes on sale August 11, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545827499 | $12.99) and hardcover (ISBN: 9781545827505 | $17.99) formats.
