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Oliver Queen Braves the Unknown in the new Middle-Grade Graphic Novel Green Arrow: Stranded

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Following 80 years of storied Green Arrow adventures, DC has announced that middle-grade readers and fans of the Emerald Archer alike can prepare for an all-new graphic novel from DC’s Books for Young Readers line with Green Arrow: Stranded, available on March 1, 2022! Penned by award-winning writer Brendan Deneen and illustrator Bell Hosalla, this new take on Green Arrow’s classic origin story stars a younger hero than ever before. Following a plane crash on a deserted island, 13-year old Oliver Queen must quickly learn the skills he needs to survive and protect his injured father.

Ollie has always hated the idea of hunting, but his dad insisted they go on this trip with his business partner, Sebastian, and his son, Tyler. When Ollie fails to take a perfect shot the teasing starts, and he wonders if his dad will ever be proud of him again.

But just when he thought their trip couldn’t get any worse, their private jet is struck by lightning and crash-lands on a deserted island. Ollie awakens to find his dad seriously injured and the other passengers nowhere in sight. If they hope to survive, he’s going to have to learn skills he’s avoided developing so far. Ollie has never felt less sure of who he is…or if he will be able to hang on until help arrives.

Green Arrow: Stranded will be available digitally and at participating bookstores next Spring. This is the third graphic novel that has been announced as part of DC’s 2022 lineup of books for young readers. Earlier this month, the publisher released information on additional middle-grade titles Green Lantern: Alliance (arriving April 5, 2022) and Shazam! Thundercrack (arriving June 7, 2022).

Green Arrow: Stranded

Review: Kitty Sweet Tooth

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Kitty Sweet Tooth loves her candy and takes over a movie theater combining her love of snacks with films!

Story: Abby Denson
Art: Utomaru

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Preview: Forever Home

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Forever Home

(W) Jenna Ayoub (A/CA) Jenna Ayoub
In Shops: Feb 17, 2021
SRP: $12.99

A new middle-grade graphic novel for fans of Sheets and Anya’s Ghost from acclaimed cartoonist Jenna Ayoub (Adventure Time) about a girl named Willow, who’s got two parents in the military and has lived a nomadic childhood that’s made it seem impossible to find a place she can call home – until now!

And when the family arrives at their latest stop-the historic Hadleigh House-Willow encounters something that doesn’t help her chances of staying put…GHOSTS!

Hadleigh House’s spectral occupants have been scaring off would-be residents for decades, and they intend to keep the house to themselves.

But Willow’s not about to let some nagging spirits force her to move for the millionth time. It’s just a matter of convincing Willow’s parents that this old house is the one for them-ghosts and all…

Forever Home

DC Announces Batman and Robin and Howard, a new middle-grade graphic novel from Jeffrey Brown

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Always a sidekick, never the leading hero, Damian Wayne gets the spotlight in Batman and Robin and Howard, a new middle-grade graphic novel announced by DC.

Written and illustrated by New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Brown, Batman and Robin and Howard is a hilarious, heartwarming tale that follows a young Damian as he starts a new school after being sidelined by his superhero dad—Bruce Wayne, a.k.a Batman. Damian must navigate being the new kid while also learning how to be a regular kid as he attempts to make friends at Gotham Metro Academy. From the classroom to the soccer field, Damian is certain his new surroundings have nothing to teach him—so he is completely unprepared for the challenge he finds in Howard, the smartest and most athletic kid in school.

Batman and Robin and Howard is a funny story of rivalry, friendship, and mystery and hits stores everywhere books are sold on November 9, 2021.

Sidelined by a crime-fighting field trip gone wrong, Damian Wayne must refocus his attention on his life as an average student and must learn how to be a team player—especially when meets his match in his new rival, Howard.

To Damian Wayne, there is nothing more important than protecting the streets of Gotham City as Robin. But when he makes a critical mistake while out on patrol, Damian finds himself benched. And what’s more, Damian’s dad, Bruce Wayne—a.k.a. Batman—decides that starting over in a new school will be just the distraction Damian needs from his superhero routine.

Certain that Gotham Metro Academy has nothing to teach him, Damian is completely unprepared for the challenge he finds in Howard—the smartest and most athletic kid in school. The boys’ rivalry is instantaneous and fierce…and both are sure only one of them can be the best in their class.

What follows is a funny story of rivalry, friendship, and mystery from bestselling author and illustrator Jeffrey Brown.

Batman and Robin and Howard
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Preview: Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle

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Star Wars Adventures: Vader’s Castle

(W) Cavan Scott (A) Derek Charm, Chris Fenoglio, Kelley Jones, Corin Howell, Robert Hack, Charles Paul Wilson, Nicoletta Baldari, Megan Levens (A/CA) Francesco Francavilla
In Shops: Jan 27, 2021
SRP: $19.99

Why would anyone break IN to the dreaded stronghold of Darth Vader? Find out in this spooky graphic novel perfect for middle-grade readers!

How does a band of rebels distract themselves when sneaking into the creepiest place in the galaxy? Tell scary stories of course! Your favorite characters, like Obi-Wan, Han and Chewie, Hera Syndulla, and the Ewoks, face classic creeps like ghosts, monsters, witches, and more. But the hidden corners of the Star Wars universe hold even more terrifying tales: stories featuring a wretched hive of scum and villainy including the likes of Darth Maul, Jabba the Hutt, Grand Moff Tarkin, and Asajj Ventress-all under the shadow of Vader himself!

Collects the two five-issue series, Star Wars Adventures: Tales from Vader’s Castle and Star Wars Adventures: Return to Vader’s Castle.

Star Wars Adventures: Vader's Castle

Meet Kyle’s Little Sister! A new middle-grade graphic novel from JY!

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Scheduled for release in June from Yen Press‘ JY imprint Kyle’s Little Sister is the debut graphic novel from BonHyung Jeong.

My name is Grace, not “Kyle’s little sister!”
 
Having a good-looking, friendly, outgoing older brother sucks—especially when you’re the total opposite, someone who likes staying home and playing video games. Your parents like him better (even if they deny it!), and everyone calls you “Kyle’s little sister” while looking disappointed that you’re not more like him. I was really hoping I’d get to go to a different middle school, but no such luck. At least I have my friends…until he finds a way to ruin that, too…! Argh! What do I have to do to get out of his shadow?!

JY is the middle grade graphic novel division of Yen Press, LLC.

Kyle's Little Sister

DC Debuts a Trailer for Mayim Bialik’s ‘Flash Facts’ Graphic Novel

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Have you ever wondered what’s at the bottom of the sea? Why polar ice melts? Or which tools forensic scientists use to solve a crime?

If so, it’s time to get up to speed!

Flash Facts—DC’s newest middle grade graphic novel—takes readers ages 8-12 on 10 thrilling adventures, mixing heroic tales of DC Super Heroes with valuable lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The anthology is curated by Big Bang Theory star, author, and scientist Mayim Bialik, PhD, and is written and drawn by some of the biggest names in middle grade and comics publishing including Varian Johnson (Twins), Cecil Castellucci (Shade, the Changing Girl), Kirk Scroggs (Snoop Troop, The Secret Spiral of Swamp Kid), Michael Northrop (Tomb Quest, Dear Justice League), Isaac Goodhart (Under the Moon: A Catwoman Tale) and many more. Today, DC released the official trailer ahead of the book’s debut on February 2, 2021.

A first of its kind for DC, Flash Facts is a unique pairing of STEM, comics and DC Super Heroes. The book provides a helpful bridge between lessons taught inside the classroom and our everyday lives by demonstrating some of the most kid-approved subjects like virtual reality, 3-D printing, forensics, space and so much more, through iconic DC characters like Batman, the Flash, Supergirl and Cyborg who use STEM as part of their hero identity.

In the age of at-home learning, parents and teachers can feel at ease giving Flash Facts to their aspiring superheroes knowing the book was vetted by a team of educational experts to ensure scientific accuracy. After reading, kids and families can put their newfound STEM knowledge to the test with a collection of fun, super-heroic science experiments at the back of the book.

See here for the official book trailer—narrated by Bialik—revealed today, and below for the official book description. Flash Facts races into stores and online retailers on February 2, 2021, and is available to pre-order now.

See Flash Facts, DC’s First-Ever STEM Graphic Novel for Kids

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Flash Facts is DC‘s first-ever STEM-focused graphic novel for kids. Out in stores on February 2, 2021, the middle-grade anthology is curated by Mayim Bialik and features a collection of short stories from writers and artists including Varian Johnson, Cecil Castellucci, Kirk Scroggs, Michael Northrop, Isaac Goodhart, and many more.

Today, DC released the full Batman chapter, “If You Can’t Take the Heat,” co-written by twin brothers Varian Johnson and Darian Johnson, and illustrated by Vic Regis. The short story features Batman demonstrating 3-D printing for kids.

Preview: Last Dance

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Last Dance

WRITER: Hanna Schroy 
ILLUSTRATOR: Hanna Schroy
SRP: $12
FORMAT: Trade Paperback
PAGE COUNT: 200

Miriam has trained her whole life to fulfill her dreams and it’s finally paid off now that she’s the prima ballerina of the Lulli Dance Company, but she’s been keeping a secret from them. The years of sprains, fractures, and bruises have taken their toll and a catastrophic ankle injury now means one terrible thing: she has to give it all up forever. Distraught beyond consolation, Miriam runs from the studio and discovers a secret room she’s never seen before. Inside she finds a pair of gleaming white and gold slippers and a mysterious voice whispering to her in the dark. If she tries on the slippers, it says, she’ll regain the strength to raise en pointe. It speaks the truth!

Soon, Miriam is back, but each achievement means danger for everyone around her and negotiation with the spirit who claims it wants just one little harmless thing in return . . . to join the ballerinas and dance, just like her.

Last Dance

Review: Oh My Gods!

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Karen’s mom has a new job so now she has to go live with her dad… on Mt. Olympus. Yes, that Mt. Olympus.

Oh My Gods! is the first in a brand new series of middle grade graphic novels.

Story: Stephanie Cooke, Insha Fitzpatrick
Art: Juliana Moon

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