On the Dark Island, the three thieves’ quest takes a shocking turn…
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. Who are these kids, and how did they get here? And, if Jared isn’t on the Dark Island, where is he?
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.
The island of Astaroth — “The Dark Island” — is a legend among sailors. It’s rumored a demon lives there, and that it holds more riches than anyone could fathom. But no one has ever laid eyes on it.
Certain that her long-lost brother is being held on the Dark Island against his will, Dessa hires a ragtag group of smugglers to take her there aboard their ship. But it’s a journey fraught with danger and treachery, and the outcome seems less and less certain with each passing moment…
Believing he has Dessa, Topper and Fisk cornered in a remote monastery, Captain Drake recalls his early days as a knight in the service of King Roderick. The idealistic young Drake quickly learns that the rest of the King’s Dragons do not share his sense of duty, preferring to take orders from the mysterious palace chamberlain, Maarten Greyfalcon.
In tracking down a stolen letter for the king, the young Drake is drawn into a web of intrigue that includes a plot against the throne and cryptic clues involving Greyfalcon and Dessa. Does the key to capturing the three thieves lie in Drake’s own dark past? Could this spell the end of Dessa’s quest to find her long-lost twin brother?
The Captive Prince is the third volume in the Three Thieves series and it is full of fast-paced excitement, daring escapes and close calls. For fans of Amulet, Mighty Jack and Zita the Space Girl, The Fugitive and Bone.
For once, the three thieves are hailed as heroes, but how long will their good luck last?
As the three thieves trek further west in search of Greyfalcon, they stumble upon a kidnapping in progress. Dess daringly rescues the victim — who turns out to be the crown prince of Medoria!
The thieves are still on the run from the Queen’s Dragons, so being openly celebrated by a neighboring kingdom might be a bad idea. But it also holds a rare opportunity. The prince — who grows more and more devoted to Dessa –– promises his help on her quest. However, he and his father, the King, may not see eye-to-eye.
A Binky Adventure series, written and illustrated by Ashley Spires, including: A Binky Adventure Vol. 1: Binky the Space Cat A Binky Adventure Vol. 2: Binky to the Rescue A Binky Adventure Vol. 3: Binky Under Pressure A Binky Adventure Vol. 4: Binky Takes Charge A Binky Adventure Vol. 5: Binky: License to Scratch
ComiXology, the revolutionary cloud-based digital comics platform, announced today a digital distribution agreement with Kids Can Press, the largest Canadian-owned children’s publisher in the world. This agreement with Kids Can Press 
