12 Great Graphic Novels

Graphic Novels

Our booksellers can't wait for these middle grade graphic novels to hit shelves!  Perfect for comic fans and reluctant readers, these upcoming releases are not to be missed.

 

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The Last Comics on Earth: From the Creators of The Last Kids on Earth By Max Brallier, Joshua Pruett, Jay Cooper (Illustrator), Douglas Holgate (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Max Brallier, Joshua Pruett, Jay Cooper (Illustrator), Douglas Holgate (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9780593526774
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Viking Books for Young Readers - April 25th, 2023

From worldwide bestselling author Max Brallier comes a full-color graphic novel spin-off series based on the #1 New York Times bestselling Last Kids on Earth!


Four Eyes: A Graphic Novel (Four Eyes #1) By Rex Ogle, Dave Valeza (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Rex Ogle, Dave Valeza (Illustrator)
$12.99
ISBN: 9781338574968
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Graphix - May 2nd, 2023

A humorous and heartwarming middle-grade graphic memoir about fitting in, facing bullies, and finding the right pair of glasses.


I Survived the Great Chicago Fire, 1871 (I Survived Graphic Novel #7) (I Survived Graphix) By Lauren Tarshis, Cassie Anderson (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Lauren Tarshis, Cassie Anderson (Illustrator)
$10.99
ISBN: 9781338825152
Availability: Not Currently In-Store; May require 2-3 days before shipping
Published: Graphix - May 2nd, 2023

Could an entire city really burn to the ground? One brave boy finds out in this graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling book.


Katie the Catsitter #3: Secrets and Sidekicks: (A Graphic Novel) By Colleen AF Venable, Stephanie Yue (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Colleen AF Venable, Stephanie Yue (Illustrator)
$13.99
ISBN: 9780593379721
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Random House Graphic - May 2nd, 2023

Get ready for sidekick training and friendship drama in book 3 of the purr-fectly irresistible, bestselling middle-grade graphic novel series about growing up, friendship, heroes, and cats.


Surprisingly Sarah (Emmie & Friends) By Terri Libenson, Terri Libenson (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Terri Libenson, Terri Libenson (Illustrator)
$15.99
ISBN: 9780063139213
Availability: Not Currently In-Store; May require 2-3 days before shipping
Published: Balzer + Bray - May 2nd, 2023

Two choices, two storylines—one surprise ending!  Will Sarah be brave enough to ask out her crush or will she lose her nerve?


Lo and Behold: (A Graphic Novel) By Wendy Mass, Gabi Mendez (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Wendy Mass, Gabi Mendez (Illustrator)
$13.99
ISBN: 9780593179628
Availability: Not Currently In-Store; May require 2-3 days before shipping
Published: Random House Graphic - May 2nd, 2023

An unforgettable graphic novel about connection, friendship, and the wonder all around us from bestselling author Wendy Mass and debut illustrator Gabi Mendez.


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Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures By Jason Pamment, Jason Pamment (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jason Pamment, Jason Pamment (Illustrator)
$15.99
ISBN: 9780063065208
Availability: Coming Soon - Available for Pre-Order Now
Published: HarperAlley - June 27th, 2023

From Treasure in the Lake’s Jason Pamment comes a story of friendship and self-discovery, in a gorgeously illustrated world perfect for fans of Hilda and Over the Garden Wall.


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Sweet Valley Twins: Teacher's Pet: (A Graphic Novel) By Francine Pascal, Claudia Aguirre (Illustrator), Nicole Andelfinger (Adapted by) Cover Image
By Francine Pascal, Claudia Aguirre (Illustrator), Nicole Andelfinger (Adapted by)
$13.99
ISBN: 9780593376508
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Published: Random House Graphic - June 27th, 2023

The Wakefield twins return in this graphic novel adaptation of the New York Times best-selling Sweet Valley Twins series!  It's Elizabeth's turn in the spotlight... but does Jessica deserve it more?


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Picture Day (The Brinkley Yearbooks #1) By Sarah Sax Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9780593306871
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Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - June 27th, 2023

In the tradition of modern classics like Be PreparedAwkward, and ClickPicture Day brings answers to perennial questions of what it means to be true to yourself—and a true friend.


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Out There (A Graphic Novel) By Seaerra Miller Cover Image
$12.99
ISBN: 9780316591874
Availability: Coming Soon - Available for Pre-Order Now
Published: Little, Brown Ink - June 27th, 2023

A touching, out-of-this-world graphic novel about a daughter, her father, and the aliens that may or may not be speaking to him.


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The Legend of Gnawface (Sloth Sleuth #2) By Cyndi Marko, Cyndi Marko (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Cyndi Marko, Cyndi Marko (Illustrator)
$15.99
ISBN: 9780358448945
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Published: Clarion Books - August 29th, 2023

Sloth detective Paz is back—and she’s hunting for pirate treasure in this second book in the Sloth Sleuth graphic novel series, perfect for fans of Investigators and the Bad Guys


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The Cardboard Kingdom #3: Snow and Sorcery By Chad Sell Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9780593481615
Availability: Coming Soon - Available for Pre-Order Now
Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - November 7th, 2023

The kids of the Cardboard Kingdom go on a new adventure!  This time, they are in search of new friends—but what they discover is a lot more like enemies...