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My Name is Benny Vol. 1 has a few laughs… just a few

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Follow the adventures of quirky preteen Benny in this slice-of-life middle grade series from Webtoon that combines outlandish humor of Regular Show with the grounded setting and wacky characters of The Loud House for an irresistible reading experience.

Follow the adventures of precocious preteen tomboy Benny, who is never seen without their trusty gasmask (don’t ask), and her fellow latchkey kids as they discover increasingly creative ways to stave off boredom in their suburban neighborhood. From waging war on insect home invaders to going all out for Halloween, Benny is down for weirdo adventures all day every day. Told through a series of short comic stories illustrated using digital watercolors, My Name is Benny is equal parts hilarious, awesome, and fun!

by: Sokomin

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Last One Picked is a fantastic graphic novel that goes in unexpected directions

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Will Annabeth learn to enjoy volleyball, or will she be left at the mercy of a sport she never wanted to play? Find out in Last One Picked, a charming, heartwarming middle grade graphic novel from creator Audrey Meeker.

Annabeth has the perfect plan for the summer after eighth grade: volunteering at her local library and lounging at home re-reading her favorite books ever, the Warrior Princess series. But when her mom decides to sign her up for volleyball camp – worse, the same volleyball camp her ex-best friend Serena is going to – those plans go out the window. Annabeth is immediately out of her depth, with no experience, no friends, and no kneepads, and the volleyball girls are all tall, athletic, and extroverted . . . unlike her. Then Serena shows up at the library as a new volunteer, and everything goes from bad to worse.

But it turns out that maybe volleyball isn’t the worst thing ever, and Annabeth slowly starts to gain confidence and the support of her teammates, while Serena’s bad attitude begins to override her skill on the court. As tryouts approach, the girls make a deal: Annabeth will intentionally fail during tryouts so Serena can have her spot on the team, and in exchange, Serena will let her take her job as a volunteer for the library’s upcoming Warrior Princess author event. It seems like a win-win scenario . . . but suddenly giving up the chance at playing volleyball doesn’t sound as great as Annabeth thought it might.

Story: Audrey Meeker
Art: Audrey Meeker
Color: Sarah Davidson

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Winnie-the-Pooh: The Graphic Novel is magical. Celebrating 100 years, it’s perfect for the family.

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Experience the idyllic magic of the Hundred Acre Wood like never before through this charming graphic novelization of A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard’s beloved classic, Winnie-the-Pooh.

Adapted by Kevan Chandler and Eisner Award-winning artist Joe Sutphin, this enchanting adaptation brings all ten original Winnie-the-Pooh stories to life with soft, captivating colors and sprawling scenes that are faithful to the heartwarming spirit of Pooh and friends. Follow along for an adventurous romp through the Wood as Pooh helps Eeyore find his tail, gets stuck in a tight space after eating far too much honey, tries to catch a Heffalump with Piglet, joins Christopher Robin on an Expotition, and more.

Perfect for both new readers and lifelong fans of all ages, this beautiful graphic edition is a treasure to be cherished for generations to come.

Originally by: A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard
Adapted by: Kevin Chandler, Joe Sutphin
Art: Joe Sutphin

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Preview: The Smurfs Tales Vol. 17: Gargamel, Friend of the Smurfs and Other Stories

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The Smurfs Tales Vol. 17: Gargamel, Friend of the Smurfs and Other Stories

(W) Thierry Culliford, Alain Jost (A) Alain Péral

Gargamel, Friend of the Smurfs is the forty-first album in the Smurfs comic book series originally created by Peyo. This classic tale is written by Alain Jost and Thierry Culliford and illustrated by Alain Péral.

Master Homnibus meets Gargamel for the first time. Homnibus reveals that the formula for the philosopher’s stone contained in his grimoire is false. Gargamel realizes that capturing the Smurfs will not allow him to produce the coveted stone and that he has therefore devoted years to this quest for nothing.

But the blue elves must face another threat: a biologist, Georges-Louis Bouffon, has decided to study their way of life at all costs. He begins to hunt them down. The sorcerer chooses to completely change his ways and help the Smurfs against this new peril.

Plus Johan and Peewit, Benny Breakiron and more!

Cover of 'The Smurfs Tales' featuring Gargamel holding a Smurf in his hand, with other Smurfs in the background and a village scene.
A comic panel depicting various Smurfs in their village. One Smurf, distressed, tells Papa Smurf about his appearance, feeling disfigured. The scene shows several Smurfs interacting, with buildings resembling mushrooms in the background.
A comic strip featuring Smurfs in a village setting, discussing the need for St. John's wort to make ointment for Vanity Smurf. They plan to search for the plant in the woods while interacting with two men by a marsh. The men talk about fishing and a mysterious forest.
A whimsical comic panel depicting a gathering of characters discussing alchemy and magic, featuring a wizard, a group of variously dressed individuals, and a character named Gargamel. The background shows a mysterious house with an old sign that reads 'The Golden Cauldron.'
A comic panel featuring a conversation between various characters about the Smurfs, with expressions of frustration and humor. Gargamel appears contemplative while discussing his obsession with capturing Smurfs, and other characters offer their thoughts.

Mixed Signals is a fantastic graphic novel. Great for younger readers

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In this funny, feel-good follow-up to Mixed Feelings, Sara struggles to find her place because she’s constantly caught between TWO spaces: childhood and adulthood, drama club and volleyball, friends and a crush. Perfect for fans of The Tryout, The New Girl: First Crush, and Pizza Face.
Getting thrown for a loop!

What is the best part of seventh grade?

A: The cutest boy in school messages you on AIM.
B: You’ve made the volleyball team and nailed your drama club audition.
C: Your parents recognize how responsible you are and treat you like an adult.
D: SIKE! None of this turns out the way you expect it to!

Seventh grade started out strong, but now Sara is struggling… Because of her volleyball schedule, she may not be cast in the play. And due to her commitment to drama club, she could be benched during the big game. To make matters worse, her crush only seems to talk to her when he needs help in math class. And to top it off, her parents pick and choose when to treat her like a kid or a grown-up.

Sara’s finding herself caught in a strange in-between space. Is she an actress or an athlete? A crush or a calculator? An adolescent or an adult? With so many mixed signals, will Sara ever be able to find her place?

In this feel-good follow-up to Mixed Feelings, being a teenage girl has never been so hilarious and harrowing at the same time!

Story: Sara Amini
Art: Shadia Amin
Color: George Williams

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Preview: The Lion King #6

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The Lion King #6

Writer: Edwin Galmon
Artist: George Kambadais
Covers: Edwin Galmon (A), Storybook Art (B), Emilio Pilliu (C), Cartoon Head (D)
FC | All Cardstock Covers | 32 pages | Adventure | $4.99 | Teen

Hakuna Matata! More than a phrase, it’s a lifestyle for Timon and Pumbaa! But when a new flock of troublesome animals enter their idyllic paradise, can everyone’s favorite meerkat and warthog maintain their chill?

Comic book cover featuring characters from Disney's The Lion King, depicting a cheerful warthog and a mischievous meerkat in a vibrant jungle setting.
Cover of 'The Lion King' comic featuring Rafiki holding a baby lion cub on a rocky cliff.
Cover art for Disney's The Lion King comic featuring Timon riding on Pumbaa, both leaping joyfully over a body of water with lush greenery in the background.
Cover art for Disney's The Lion King comic, featuring a smiling lion cub's face with a pink sunburst background.
A comic strip featuring two cartoon characters, Timon and Pumbaa, in a jungle setting. Timon appears to be calling out for Pumbaa, who is confused and asks what the matter is. Pumbaa expresses the need for Timon's assistance.
A comic-style illustration featuring two characters, a warthog and a meerkat, in a jungle setting. The warthog is expressing confusion about waking up, while the meerkat responds humorously. The background is filled with lush green foliage.
A comic panel showing a large red boar and a small meerkat in a jungle setting. The boar is speaking to the meerkat, who looks concerned. The meerkat is urging the boar to hurry while expressing a desire not to be left alone. The final panel captures the meerkat in shock, shouting 'EEEEK!'
Comic panel featuring cartoon characters Timon and Pumbaa in a jungle setting. Timon, a meerkat, appears frustrated as he speaks to Pumbaa, a warthog, who is looking confused. Speech bubbles depict their humorous dialogue about nature.
Comic panel depicting a conversation in a jungle setting, with speech bubbles saying 'Pssst...', 'Hey... Timon!', and 'Can you hear me?'.

Preview: Punk Taco Adventures! Vol. 2

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Punk Taco Adventures! Vol. 2

by: Makana, Keola, and Adam Wallenta

Punk Taco is a loveable, space-taco who rocks out with his band of misfits spreading peace and love through music. While their songs bring joy to every corner of the universe…it also tends to land them in trouble from time to time, as Punk Taco always feels compelled to help those in need, no matter the odds against them. Friendship, empathy and compassion for all, are the key notes Punk Taco lives by.

The Award-Winning Adventure Continues!

Punk Taco and his band of friends have been kidnapped and brought to a planet in an unknown part of the universe that is being threatened by a giant so enormous, that our heroes are the size of ants in comparison. Despite their small size and the impossible odds they face together, Punk Taco must inspire new friends and allies to stand tall, join forces, and let their voices be heard, before the giant destroys their planet. Action, adventure, and humor abound in this tale of inner strength, unity, and friendship created by the father and son team of Adam and Makana Wallenta.

PLUS: The origin of Punk Taco and more brand-new stories!

Cover of 'Punk Taco Adventures! Volume 2' featuring a cartoon taco character with a guitar, surrounded by colorful alien characters and a vibrant space background.
A vibrant comic page depicting Punk Taco and his band engaging in music and spreading positive energy in an intergalactic setting, while overcoming challenges and celebrating their victories with delicious nachos.
A green robot character in an action pose, holding a small device while floating in space with colorful planets in the background. The scene includes comic-style text bubbles expressing emotions and dialogue.
A colorful comic panel featuring cartoon alien characters expressing concern as they are confronted by a giant robot. One character, resembling a lemon, seems worried about being eaten, while others display a mix of confusion and humor about the situation.
A colorful comic panel featuring anthropomorphic characters including a taco and various alien beings. They are inside a spaceship, discussing defensive protocols and preparing for an action-packed event. The taco character appears confident, while others show a mix of excitement and concern.
A colorful comic panel featuring two robot characters engaging in a humorous confrontation, with one robot delivering a playful punch to the other. The first robot, equipped with red and yellow armor and a heart emblem, expresses a lighthearted annoyance, while the second robot, wearing green armor, appears surprised. Speech bubbles contain playful dialogue about resolving conflicts.
A comic-style illustration featuring a colorful robotic character and a yellow figure, engaged in a humorous exchange. The yellow character is animatedly expressing surprise and joy while the robot looks annoyed. Speech bubbles highlight playful banter and sound effects, such as 'WHAP' and 'KRAK', contributing to the lighthearted tone.

Preview: Solar Sisters

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Solar Sisters

(W) Amit Tishler, Elliot Sperl (A) Virginia Salucci

Phoebe Dust’s days as a child star are over. Born and raised on the moon, she’s shocked to discover her mom’s tourist trap, the Lunar Link, is deep in debt and circling the drain. Determined to save it, Phoebe hatches a plan that accidentally rockets her alien sister, Luna, into interstellar superstardom. Overnight, the Lunar Link is swarmed with tourists, the perils of fame close in, and Nova Starr, the galaxy’s most ruthless influencer, is plotting to claw the spotlight back by any means necessary. With the forces of fame, fortune, and cutthroat rivals pulling from every direction, Phoebe must keep her family’s future from being blown into stardust.

Cover of the comic book 'Solar Sisters' featuring two characters in a spaceship, one with glowing features and the other in a space suit, surrounded by stars and planets.
A theatrical stage with a crescent moon and star decorations, where a figure is sitting on the moon, while sounds of murmuring are depicted. Two panels show a close-up of a hand reaching for a microphone, with sound effects of 'thump thump' indicating action.
A vibrant comic page featuring a character performing on stage at a lunar-themed resort, addressing a diverse crowd. The character is dressed flamboyantly and encourages audience participation, while an animated child sits on a crescent moon in the background.
A comic panel featuring a nervous girl with pastel hair holding a star, surrounded by performers and a cheering audience in a colorful stage setting. The girl is encouraged by another character in a blue outfit, with dialogue focusing on calming her anxiety.
A vibrant comic scene depicting a cheerful character on stage with a star, singing to an enthusiastic audience at a lunar base. The background features colorful spacecraft and neon lights, emphasizing a playful, cosmic atmosphere.
A colorful comic-style illustration depicting a lunar kid singing and dancing on a crescent moon, with scenes from Earth, Titan, and Mars around them, featuring vibrant cityscapes and astronauts, along with musical notes.

Mad Cave Studios and Maverick Announce New Romantics From Jennie Wood and Dozerdraws

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Maverick’s award-winning Paper Planes team reunites for a new high-school drama graphic novel inspired by the Romantic era.

Next Year, Mad Cave Studios’ young adult imprint, Maverick, presents New Romantics. Written by Jennie Wood, illustrated by Dozerdraws, and lettered by Micah Myers; New Romantics is an all-new graphic novel perfect for the real theater geeks and fans of stories like Heartstopper and Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me.

When Maple Falls Christian School cancels its drama department, theater-obsessed Sawyer Chase refuses to give up her dreams. She forms New Romantics, a student performing group, but keeping the act “wholesome” proves impossible when secret crushes, hidden identities, and forbidden romances collide with the expectations of their school, parents, and small-town community.

New Romantics will be available in paperback ($16.99, 9781545826515) and hardcover ($21.99, 9781545835883) formats on January 26, 2027 (FOC January 4). 

Illustration featuring a diverse group of young people in school uniforms, each with facial masks or expressions that convey various emotions. The artwork has a colorful and stylized design, highlighting the title 'New Romantics' prominently in the background.

Goosebumps: The Graphic Novel – Stay Out of the Basement is fun horror for younger readers

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Do not enter . . . or else!

The basement is strictly off limits to Margaret and Casey Brewer. Their scientist dad is running a secret experiment with plants and doesn’t want them upsetting the delicate ecosystem he’s created. But Margaret and Casey decide a quick peek won’t hurt anyone. Their dad has been behaving very strangely and they have to know what’s going on down there. The truth they find is way stranger than fiction—these plants just might have minds of their own!

Story: R.L. Stine
Adapted by: Maddi Gonzalez
Color: Corey Barba, Amanda Barba

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