Sure, Kids Love Comics - But Here Are Some Comics That Love Kids!
Check out the new additions to the KLC Reading List!
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NEW! Dreamland Chronicles
by Scott Sava
Editorial Review: "The art, which conisists completely of 3-D computer generated imagery, is astounding, able to create an entire world while at the same time provide an amazing array of expressions and emotions for the characters. With Dragons, pirates, magic sowrds, and mysteries aplenty, The Dreamland Chronicles has everything one would want in a fantasy story and is the BEST all ages fantasy comic book on the market." --James Mishler, Comics Buyer's Guide
ISBN-13: 978-0978916800
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NEW! Mail Order Ninja
by Joshua Elder
From Amazon: Timothy is having a hard time with bullies at school. Making life even more unpalatable at L. Frank Baum Elementary is Felicity Dominique Huffington--local "stuck-up rich girl." So, when Timothy reads about "the greatest ninja warrior gunshyo giveaway" in a JacQues Co. catalog, he enters. And wins. Before long, his personal ninja , Yoshida Jiro, arrives at his house. And his parents, who know it's a "bad idea," allow Timothy to keep his ninja nonetheless.
ISBN-13: 978-1598167283
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NEW! Yarg!
by Ray Friesen
Adventure! Humor! Silly hats! Meet Mellville the penguin and a cast of several.! Some pirates are cranky over the cancellation of Pirate Wednesday, their only opportunity to sell Pirate-Cookies, and decide to over-throw the kingdom.Can Vice-Penguin Mellville save the day?
ISBN-13: 978-0972817790
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NEW! Sardine in Outer Space
by Emmanuel Guibert, Joan Sfar
The Huckleberry blasts off into space!
The evil Supermuscleman is determined to make every kid in the galaxy obey him. Who can outwit him and his wicked plans? Only Sardine, a little girl aboard The Huckleberry with her cousin Louie and her pirate uncle, the gruff Captain Yellow Shoulder.
As they travel across the universe they encounter cosmic squids, masters of the universe, space leeches, talking clouds, and many other strange and sometimes evil beings.
This is the first book in an exciting new series by two of France's most talented comics authors. With rambunctious, high-energy artwork and a clever swashbuckling heroine, Sardine in Outer Space is a feast for the imagination of young readers.
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NEW! The Bakers
by Kyle Baker
VARIETY.COM ON THE BAKERS: "Kyle Baker may be too good and too funny for the good of comics. How else to explain the lack of real competition for Baker’s humor efforts than that Baker’s so good no one wants to compete with him in any way, shape or form? This book is full of short, mostly silent and very funny tales of Baker’s life as a father trying to get some rest, convince his kids there aren’t monsters under the bed, and most frightening of all, taking the brood to the mall to find a gift for his wife. Grade: A"
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NEW! The Adventures of Polo
by Regis faller
From School Library Journal
Polo is a delightfully engaging and most resourceful canine. Equipped only with a small backpack filled with a few necessities, he roams the world and beyond, venturing from the ocean depths into outer space and everywhere in between. Whether traveling by boat, plane, spaceship, or swiftly scuttling cloud, this plucky pup is always primed for his next escapade, all the while collecting friends from the four corners of the universe. Young readers will be charmed by this hound, and be awed by his ingenuity. Somewhat similar to a graphic-novel format, this wordless picture book contains bold, colorful, cartoon panels that are sure to captivate even the most finicky youngster.–Debbie Lewis O'Donnell, Alachua County Library District, Gainesville, FL
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NEW! Go Girl!
by Rina Robbins & Anne Timmons
Back in the day, Janet Goldman was an honest-to-goodness flying superhero, the far out Go-Go Girl. But Go-Go Girl eventually hung up her costume - well, put it away in a dresser drawer - and now her teenage daughter, Lindsay, has inherited Mom's flying powers, donned her old costume, and become the teenage superheroine sensation Go Girl! Now she's fighting crime and righting wrongs...with an occasional leg up from the now semi-retired Go-Go Girl. Pouring the classic charm of comics of the past through a subtle modernist filter, series creator/writer Trina Robbins and artist Anne Timmons have crafted an all-ages delight, garnering critical praise and a coveted Lulu Award.
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NEW! Baby-Sitters Club
by Ann Martin, Raina Telgemeier
From School Library Journal
This graphic-novel version of a popular series describes how the Baby-Sitters Club was formed, focusing on the girls' friendships and some of their amusing jobs. Subplots include Kristy's gradual acceptance of her mother's boyfriend and their eventual engagement and Stacy's medical problem... The black-and-white cartoons are clear and uncluttered, and the language is simple enough for slow or reluctant readers.–Ronnie Gordon, Brooklyn Public Library, NY
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NEW! Lions, Tigers, & Bears
by Mike Bullock, Jack Lawrence
Follow Joey Price on the adventure of a lifetime through the Stuffed Animal Kingdom in this epic all-ages odyssey! When Joey's worst fears, The Beasties, come crawling out of his closet in the middle of the night, he finds out his new stuffed animals, the Night Pride, are more real and more needed than he ever could have imagined.
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NEW! Spiral-Bound
by Aaron Renier
From Booklist
In this graphic novel about the young animal characters who live in the Town, Turnip the elephant is using the summer to find his artistic voice through sculpture, his friend Stucky the dog is building a submarine, and Ana the rabbit is working on the town's underground newspaper. Their stories all wind around the town's deep, dark secret about the monster that lives in the pond. Kids who enjoyed novels such as Louise Fitzhugh's Harriet the Spy and Roald Dahl's Matilda will find a similar sense of adventure here.
Tina Coleman
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NEW! Patty Cake And Friends
by Scott Roberts
Publishers Weekly:
A pleasant surprise in an unlikely place, Robert's joyously noisy strip is a kind of millennial Dennis the Menace. It's a kid's comic unafraid to make a little mischief. Or a lot. Patty Cake is an irascible, bossy, smart-alecky and utterly charming little girl who pals around with her best friend Irving and slick Jose, and hangs out with her patient (up to a point) Dad. Each adventure is a self-contained romp in the best tradition of Little Lulu.
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NEW! Allison Dare: Little Miss Adventures
by J. Torres, J. Bone
AMAZON REVIEW: Alison Dare is the story of an adventurous child who gets into all kinds of trouble when dared into action; dragging her two best friends, Wendy and Dot, along for the ride. And Alison has an ample amount of adventurous opportunities with a super hero father, The Blue Scarab, an archeologist mother, and an international super-spy for an uncle A well-written, action-packed, all-ages story that is sure to entertain! |
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WJHC: On The Air!
by Jane Smith Fisher
Editorial Review:
Six episodes featuring a cast of diverse high-school kids offer a spin on student power, cliques, puppy love, and other issues of real concern and interest to younger children. The cast of toothy, mop-headed teens includes hard-working Janey, UFO-obsessed Ciel, snotty Tara O'Toole, awkward Roland, and cool, cool The Skate. Together the teens put a school radio station on the air, "chaperone" an ill-fated sixth-grade field trip, and get into a truly hilarious tangle when a love note written by one to another of the cast works its way through the hands of each one. |
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Amelia Rules: What Makes You Happy
by Jimmy Gownley
Editorial Review:
The all-ages story of a girl and her group of friends are funny and touching with enough bite to keep them from being too "kiddy." Amelia's parents have just gotten divorced, and she and her mom have moved in with her Aunt Tanner. Like many kids, she sees herself as the only normal one, surrounded by crazy friends and relatives. She hangs out with a varied group of misfits, and writer/artist/creator Jimmy Gownley is a genius at capturing their perspective. |
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Acredale: Kolor Komiks Kollection
by Harold Buchholz
Over in the little town of Acredale, Miss Goodpenny's Home for Strays has a new boarder, Apathy Kat, who has quickly become the mysterious leader of his school's fellow outcast students, but not for long if the oppressive Professor Straightlace can help it! Brimming with comic invention and a lot of heart, Acredale is a joyously loopy ride for readers of all ages. |
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Bone: Out From Boneville
by Jeff Smith
Editorial Review:
BONE ranks as one of the most successful self-published comics in history. Thanks to Jeff Smith's wonderful artwork and fantastic storytelling, BONE delights readers of all ages. The story of the three Bone cousins and thier adventures after they are run out of Boneville, BONE is an epic fantasy story filled with high adventure, comedic masterpieces, and moving relationships. Included in this trade paperback are issues #1-6. |
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Buzzboy: Trouble in Paradise
by John Gallagher
Editorial Review:
Buzzboy is a teen sidekick that never grew up, a too-much TV watching, junk food eating super hero-- and earth's only hope? Teamed up with a sarcastic young sorceress, and an ex-mad scientist (who gave up being evil for baking), Buzzboy must battle his Elvis-impersonating ex-mentor Lord Ultra for the fate of the world. Get in on the pop culture loving, all-ages fun of Buzzboy! |
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Owly: The Way Home
by Andy Runton
Editorial Review:
In this charming series by mini-comics specialist Runton, Owly and Wormy carry out their dialogue-less but absorbing activities in classic best-friend fashion. They live together in a friendly forest reminiscent of the ones often found in children's literature, and much in the style of Frog and Toad, or Winnie the Pooh and Piglet, Owly and Wormy's smallest excursions and challenges are the stuff of great mystery and adventure. With nothing but significant looks and great lashings of expressive ink, Runton brings these gentle characters and their concerns vividly to life. |
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