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Jared Cullum’s Kodi is absolutely amazing, a magical graphic novel with beautiful art

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The gorgeous story of two friends separated by everything in the world — except love. Readers and animal-lovers of every age will want to relive this journey over and over again.

Katya and her Meema are spending another summer at their cottage in Alaska, when a chance accident leaves Katya face-to-face with the biggest creature she’s ever seen… an enormous kodiak bear with a gentle heart and a knack for fishing. But when Katya must suddenly return home to Seattle, the two are torn apart, leaving Kodi to do whatever it takes to reunite with his fragile human friend. It’s a wild journey packed with breathtaking views, brave new companions, and adventure around every turn.

Story: Jared Cullum
Art: Jared Cullum

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Sashimi and the Field Trip of Doom is a lot of fun. A perfect graphic novel for the whole family.

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Sashimi is going on a field trip! Except he didn’t get his permission slip signed. And he accidentally boarded (and quickly got kicked off of) the wrong bus.

Uh-oh… is Sashimi… missing?

Sound the alarm! A child without a signed permission slip is on the loose!

It’s only a matter of time before Sashimi is able to find his way home. But not before he stirs up a lot of trouble first!

Story: Dan Santat
Art: Dan Santat

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Nat Again is a perfect graphic novel for the time teaching about fake information

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The most popular girl in school is throwing the biggest party of the year, and everyone is invited but Nat. Gasp! As Nat wonders why, she becomes tangled in her own “thought traps” — the false stories she’s created in her mind. Did she say something hurtful or do something wrong? Maybe she’s just too uncool to be included? Before jumping to conclusions, can Nat get out of her own head long enough to find the truth?

Story: Maria Scrivan
Art: Maria Scrivan

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Skull Cat and the Vampire’s Amulet is a solid graphic novel for younger readers

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Scully is starting to like his job at the spooky castle… but when he tries to show his dad there’s nothing to fear, everything goes wrong!

Scully Catterson doesn’t understand why his father is so worried about Scully working at Le Dark Château, an eerily blood-red castle that’s rumored to be the home of a pair of vampires. Giving him a tour of the castle’s beautiful gardens might have started to change his mind…if he hadn’t been abducted by a flying pirate ship! Now it’s up to Scully to save the day again, joined by a grumpy goblin and a disgruntled vine dragon. But will this clumsy team catch up with the villains before the secrets of the Vampire’s Amulet are revealed and the Ultimate Power is unleashed? And will Mr. Catterson learn to trust his son, so Scully can become the hero he’s destined to be?

Story: Norman Shurtliff
Art: Norman Shurtliff

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Shaun Tan’s Hometown features beautiful art and very engrossing story

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If a stranger arrived and told you that the world you knew-your community, your family, and your hometown-wasn’t really where you belonged, would you follow them and leave it all behind?

Imagine living in a perfect world. You have a loving family, a beautiful home, awesome friends and about three hundred loyal pets.Everything is just as it should be. Until one day, when a stranger arrives. A stranger who looks just like you. A stranger with a very disturbing message . . .

Hometown is a visually gorgeous, emotionally stunning (and frequently funny) meditation about what it means to belong, and what makes us who we are. From the singular mind and brush of Shaun Tan, creator of The Arrival, Tales from Outer Suburbia and The Lost Thing.

Story: Shaun Tan
Art: Shaun Tan

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Preview: Skull Cat and the Vampires Amulet

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Skull Cat and the Vampires Amulet

by Norman Shurtliff

Scully is starting to like his job at the spooky castle… but when he tries to show his dad there’s nothing to fear, everything goes wrong!

Scully Catterson doesn’t understand why his father is so worried about Scully working at Le Dark Château, an eerily blood-red castle that’s rumored to be the home of a pair of vampires. Giving him a tour of the castle’s beautiful gardens might have started to change his mind…if he hadn’t been abducted by a flying pirate ship! Now it’s up to Scully to save the day again, joined by a grumpy goblin and a disgruntled vine dragon. But will this clumsy team catch up with the villains before the secrets of the Vampire’s Amulet are revealed and the Ultimate Power is unleashed? And will Mr. Catterson learn to trust his son, so Scully can become the hero he’s destined to be?

Cover of the comic book 'Skull Cat and the Vampire's Amulet' featuring a cartoon cat character falling while reaching for an amulet, surrounded by swirling vines.
A cartoon scene featuring a young cat character holding scissors, talking confidently to a concerned bear character. In the background, vines are moving, hinting at a playful atmosphere. The cat reassures the bear by interpreting the movement as just the wind.
A comic strip featuring a whimsical cat character reacting with surprise and annoyance. The character is holding a pair of scissors while surrounded by tangled vines, with dynamic action words like 'WAP!' and 'YEE-OUCH!' capturing the playful chaos.
A whimsical comic panel featuring a green, plant-like creature exclaiming, 'Who dares destroy the last Vwyrm?' A startled character with a bandaged arm is shown tripping towards a trash can, while a small animal observes. The comic style is colorful and playful.
A colorful comic panel featuring a surprised cat character and various whimsical creatures, including a turtle. The turtle is launched into the air, while the cat looks on curiously. The background is filled with vibrant plant life.
A comic panel featuring an anthropomorphic cat with a surprised expression as a green, angry creature looms above. The creature has a humorous face, while the surrounding setting is colorful and whimsical. The cat's friend, an animal in a different outfit, is warning the cat to get out of the way.
A comic strip featuring a cartoon cat character reassuring a turtle about a green creature. The green creature appears intimidating but is being challenged by the characters. The scene includes dialogue about confronting bullies and ends with a humorous chomp sound and laughter from a blue ghost-like character.
A colorful comic strip featuring a giant green plant creature confronting two characters: a small white cat and a brown anthropomorphic figure. The plant, with an expressive face, appears to be angry while the characters react with surprise and determination. The scene includes humorous elements like a trash can and various magical objects, creating a whimsical atmosphere.

Exclusive: Fanbase Press’ Shrub: The Collected Edition features an all-new resource guide on processing grief by Dr. David J. Schonfeld, MD, FAAP

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Dr. David J. Schonfeld, MD, FAAP
Dr. David J. Schonfeld, MD, FAAP

Shrub: The Collected Edition, Fanbase Press‘ latest Kickstarter campaign, collects the Graphic Medicine series exploring grief and connection, featuring all-new contributions from some of the biggest names in entertainment and the field of mental health. We have the exclusive reveal that  Dr. David J. Schonfeld, MD, FAAP (Director, National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles) will be contributing an all-new resource guide on processing grief.

In this middle grade adventure, readers will join Shrub who is, well… a shrub… for a cross-country road trip to Hollywood! Join Shrub and a grieving brother and sister as they head out in search of connection. On their journey, pit stops, wacky plant enthusiasts, uprooting, and re-routing abound.

The series was created and written by Emmy Award nominee Shane Portman, illustrated by Andy Alves, colored by Sophia Du and Celia FitzGerald, lettered by Oceano Ransford, and with consultation from comics librarian Moni Barrette.


Shrub explores the various ways that we allow grief to take root, inspired by writer Shane Portman’s experience with the loss of his father. The series features “Letting Grief Take Root” essays written by individuals with a personal and/or professional connection to grief who relate Shrub’s story to their own lived experience. Essayists include Shane Portman and his family, as well as grief doula Kat Primeau and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Ariel Landrum (Geek Therapy).

Additionally, every issue of the series includes a fold-out page within the story’s narrative.

Striving to destigmatize loss and promote understanding of the diverse ways that people of all ages grieve, the expanded print edition will also feature a study guide by literacy advocate Creators, Assemble! Inc., an informational essay by clinical psychologist and media consultant Dr. Drea Letamendi, and much more.

Check out a preview of Schrub: The Collected Edition below and back it on Kickstarter today!

  • Cover of the comic book 'Shrub' featuring a stylized green shrub in the foreground, a road with a gas station and a truck in the background, and various signage on the side of the road.
  • A comic panel showing a startled girl at her front door, encountering a bush with a surprised face. She apologizes for scaring it.
  • A comic strip featuring a character researching baby bird care on a smartphone, expressing concern about not having a dog, and discussing suitable food options with a friend.
  • A comic strip featuring a character named Cleopatra discussing food with a plant-like creature called Shrub. The characters are depicted in a cozy living room setting, with humorous dialogue about caring for plants and their needs.
  • A cartoon comic strip featuring a smiling girl with glasses discussing her new friends, who are a plant character and a bush-like creature, while eating snacks and sitting on a couch.

Preview: Preview: Herobear and the Kid Vol. 3 Saving Time Part Deux

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Herobear and the Kid Vol. 3 Saving Time Part Deux

(W) Mike Kunkel (A) Mike Kunkel

The clock is ticking. The toys are ready. And a magical workshop hangs in the balance. 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! Our tale resumes with a journey to a fabled location and time, as Tyler has uncovered a startling truth—Henry is not just a loyal butler to the family as the ever-present protector of the Claus lineage and destiny. . . He is Father Time. . . the ancient guardian of history and memories. Now trapped in his vulnerable Baby New Year form, Henry has been kidnapped by the vengeful Von Klon, who has journeyed back through time to capture Tyler’s mythic grandfather, seize the North Pole and rewrite history so that he is never banished. Chasing Von Klon into a Christmas Eve long ago, Tyler, Herobear, and Elmo infiltrate the legendary factory, joining forces with elves, toy soldiers, and Herbert the Humbug to stop the villain’s mechanical army. As they battle to protect the Holiday heritage, rescue Tyler’s family, and protect the very flow of time, Tyler draws closer to understanding the true origin and purpose of Herobear. And the stakes could not be higher—for if they fail, the past will be rewritten and Herobear may disappear from existence. . . forever.

Cover art for 'Herobear and the Kid: Saving Time Part Deux' by Mike Kunkel, featuring a large white bear in a red cape and a young boy, with colorful cartoon robots in action.
An illustration depicting the concept of unselfishness, represented as a snowball growing larger as it rolls downhill. The text explains that unselfishness is like a small snowball that gains momentum and encourages kindness, highlighted by various snowballs and a lighthouse in the background.
A comic strip depicting characters confused about their situation in a snowy environment, with dialogue about a magical journey and humorous misunderstandings.
A cartoon panel depicting a child interacting with a snow globe featuring the North Pole. The child introduces himself as Santa while snow swirls around. Vibrations are noted as they touch the globe, leading to a surprising effect. A character humorously suggests repeating the action amidst playful dialogue.
A comic panel depicting a snowy scene with a large bear in a red scarf walking towards a small group of children, signaling that something is coming in the distance.

Preview: You Are On Native Land: A Charity Comic for Indigenous Rights

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You Are On Native Land: A Charity Comic for Indigenous Rights

Featuring stories from Kelly Lynne D’Angelo, Arihhonni David, Jackie Fawn, Gord Hill, Gene Jimenez, Chag Lowry, Shaunna Oteka, McCovey, Maya McKibbin, Jon Proudstar, Michael Sheyahshe, Jim Terry, Weshoyot Alvitre, Shaun Beyale, Roy Boney, Arihhonni David, Jackie Fawn, Gord Hill, Gene Jimenez, Steph Littlebird, David Mack, Maya McKibbin, Jim Terry, and Chris Williams.

A charity comic with all proceeds donated to Indigenous-led organizations with a special focus on the Missing & Murdered movement.

Native voices sing out in a star-studded fundraiser anthology!

You Are On Native Land collects stories and art donated by some of comics’ biggest Indigenous creators such as Jon Proudstar, Maria Wolf, and Steph Littlebird. Tales of Native resistance; family and kinship; love and grief fill this beautiful collection, which includes a special reprint of TRIBAL FORCE #1, credited as the first comic to feature a superhero team made up entirely of Indigenous heroes.

Winner of the 2025 Clampett Humanitarian Award with the book LA Strong, publisher Mad Cave Studios continues its commitment to giving back with its third fundraiser anthology. All profits will be donated to Indigenous-led organizations, with a special focus on the Missing & Murdered movement.

Illustration of five Indigenous women standing confidently, with a backdrop of shadowy figures. They are holding various tools and wearing traditional clothing. The title 'YOU ARE ON NATIVE LAND' is prominently displayed, alongside the subtitle 'A CHARITY COMIC FOR INDIGENOUS RIGHTS'.
A comic panel featuring a woman interacting with a child, emphasizing her various roles such as daughter, mother, and aunt.
A comic panel featuring a woman holding jars in a shop, with phrases highlighting strength, resilience, and vulnerability, alongside a protest scene advocating for environmental protection.
An educational infographic titled 'What is Colonialism?' explaining the stages and implications of colonialism, featuring historical imagery of ships and indigenous peoples.
Comic strip illustrating the Powhatan Wars, depicting early English settlers in Jamestown and their interactions with the Powhatan tribe, including conflict and survival struggles.
A snowy landscape featuring two stone cairns on the left side, with a figure walking towards them, holding a stick. The sky is filled with soft shades of blue and purple with falling snowflakes.

Forevr is a brilliant satirical look at AI and the cult of technology

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Why say goodbye? Death is only a temporary glitch in this eerily plausible future from award-winning graphic novelist Brian “Box” Brown.

Brenda’s mom is dying—but not for long. Like millions of others, she’s uploaded her consciousness to the groundbreaking new app Forevr, which allows the surviving family members to chat with her on their screens for a very reasonable monthly fee. Now Brenda’s dad doesn’t have to be alone…while Brenda and her girlfriend focus on building their careers as wilderness survival influencers. But when this very modern family sets out on a camping trip, their tensions and tech addictions build to an explosive climax whose consequences may last…forever.

Story: Brian Box Brown
Art: Brian Box Brown

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