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The Eisner Award–winning graphic novel series that combines comics, cats, goofy photography, and nonstop silly action now makes a triumphant return!The world has been waiting a full decade for a new installment in this Eisner Award–winning series, and now it’s finally here! Let the battle begin…again!The world’s cutest book series about a cat who punches stuff just got even cuter, because this time the dragon is a big, cute, baby one! Dragon Puncher’s human sidekick, Spoony, has got his fuzzy monster pajamas and a new-and-improved extra-long spoon, so he’s ready for anything. But Dragon Puncher mistakes a big ball of yarn for an evil dragon, which attracts the attention of a real dragon. Still, it doesn’t matter who started it. If you punch Dragon Puncher, then Dragon Puncher punches back!

In this mystery adventure, Banana Fox faces a challenging case as he investigates the chaos left behind in the jail and the escape of Sour Grapes. With limited clues and a series of misleading leads, the story unfolds with the help of his quirky friends, including a surprising ally, Sour Grapes Jr. Together, they must unravel the mystery and restore order before the villains wreak further havoc. The narrative blends humor and intrigue, making for an engaging read.

The narrative follows a brave worm on a rescue adventure, blending visual artistry with poetry in a thematic collection. Renowned illustrator James Kochalka's drawings are paired with Sydney Lea's expert verses, creating an engaging ekphrastic epic. This unique work promises to captivate readers of all ages with its blend of humor, tension, and vivid imagery, showcasing the worm's courageous journey.

James Kochalka's beloved Eisner-award-winning series takes a wintry turn as Johnny Boo and Squiggle discover the delights of eating snow -- and the importance of staying warm!Kids love to eat snow! It looks a lot like ice cream... hey, maybe it really IS ice cream! Johnny Boo and Squiggle are excited to find out, unless the Ice Cream Monster eats it all first. Armed with his gigantic and mighty Ice Cream Fork, he seems unstoppable...until all that cold snow in his tummy knocks him down for the count. Can Johnny Boo and Squiggle warm up their frozen frenemy with mittens from their secret mitten box? Or will they get lost in the silly blizzard forever? Don't worry, this snow day is guaranteed a very happy ending!

The Glork Patrol meets a TINY new friend… and a HUGE new enemy? Robots come in all shapes and sizes in this loony space adventure from the award-winning creator of Johnny Boo and Banana Fox! A mysterious package arrives with a tiny robot inside, named Glorkbot. Say hello to the newest member of the Glork Patrol! But when Gonk and Baby Quackaboodle quickly deplete its batteries by making it do too many funny dance moves, there’s only one entity they can turn to for help: the giant floating head known throughout the galaxy as the Magic Robot. Will the Magic Robot heed their plea for help… or blast them with his laser eyes? This action-packed laugh-fest from Eisner award-winner James Kochalka is the goofiest sci-fi comic in the entire universe!

“The best little ghost in the world” continues his award-winning silliness with a wacky new adventure in a new SCHOOL!Johnny Boo doesn’t know what school is, but if Squiggle is going, he wants to go too! School is where you have to wear an apple on your head so the teacher doesn’t mistake you for ice cream and eat you accidentally, right? Well, maybe if your teacher is the Ice Cream Monster.There’s so much to learn! After exploring the mystery of “two plus two,” Johnny Boo and Squiggle try to figure out why the Mean Little Boy got bigger... and wait, how did he grow a mustache? This book is the perfect gift for someone about to enter school, someone who recently finished school, or anyone could use a sweet and silly story about being brave in new situations.

OX, Wage, Babo, Ice-Bat and all their friends in the Uglyverse want you (their favorite Ugly) to join in their adventures! The Uglies are busy, busy, busy going here, there and everywhere—and you’re invited! Special guests! James Kochalka (Pinky & Stinky, Johnny Boo, American Elf) Mike Kelly Reads L to R (Western Style) for all ages.

"Banana Fox's late fees have landed him in library jail! And when a familiar foe is found around town and a giant book-eating robot is unleashed, it looks like Flashlight and William need to step in to save the day. The junior detectives put their heads together, but when their investigation runs cold, an unlikely hero emerges...But without Banana Fox's help, can the trio put Sour Grapes Jr. behind bars for good?"-- Provided by publisher

Johnny Boo and Squiggle team up with old friends in a jaw-dropping new adventure--to solve a very silly mystery! The Eisner-Award-winning Johnny Boo series just keeps getting wilder and funnier! This time, a secret thief has stolen Johnny Boo's ice cream. Armed with his mighty magnifying glass, Johnny Boo will find all the clues and capture the vicious villain. The main suspect is a purple mountain whose peak looks suspiciously like it might be covered in vanilla ice cream. To battle this giant foe, Johnny Boo and his friends must team up and transform into their ultimate form: the MEGA JOHNNY ULTRA-BOO! ...But what if the mountain is innocent?

The great detective Banana Fox is called back to duty to find a missing turtle. But the deeper he digs, the more he discovers, and it's worse than he thought! The Secret Sour Society is back, and they're mixing up a bunch of trouble. Can Banana Fox and his sidekick, Flashlight, put an end to the Secret Sour Society once and for all?

In this chapter book graphic novel, Sam-I-Am takes his grumpy friend on an adventurous journey beyond the familiar green eggs and ham. The beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's classic stories explore new experiences, showcasing their vibrant personalities and the joy of discovery. This fresh narrative combines humor and heart, inviting readers into a whimsical world filled with colorful illustrations and engaging storytelling.

From the fertile mind of James Kochalka (Johnny Boo, Pinky & Stinky) comes an all-new fantasy adventure for all ages! Meet the Dragon Puncher, a cute but ruthless kitty in an armored battle suit, dedicated to defeating dangerous dragons wherever they may be. The Dragon Puncher and his would-be sidekick Spoony-E (a fuzzy little fellow armed with a wooden spoon) confront a gigantic, drooling dragon and have a ridiculous, hilarious brawl.

A magnum opus from one of the giants of indie cartooning finally gets its due -- in full color, and expanded with a new 120-page grand finale!Since the dawn of time, the eternal struggle of Monkey Vs. Robot has captivated the hearts of comics fans everywhere. Now, creator James Kochalka and Top Shelf Productions celebrate the 20th anniversary of this timeless epic with a jaw-dropping deluxe collection. Both of the original black & white graphic novels, Monkey Vs. Robot and Monkey Vs. Robot and the Crystal of Power, have been newly colored by James Kochalka for this edition! In addition, Kochalka completes the trilogy with a brand-new graphic novel appearing here for the first time, Monkey Vs. Robot in Love. That's right, this book has it all... brutal combat and tender moments alike.With animal fury and silicon precision, this definitive collection will satisfy both the monkey and the robot inside every one of us.A factory of self-replicating robots is stripping the jungle of its natural resources, threatening a colony of nearby monkeys. Tentative encounters between the two groups quickly escalate into all-out war. But beware: the charm and humor of Kochalka's whimsical cartooning conceals a profound examination of humanity's relationship with our environment and the duality within the human mind. It's a modern-day fable for adults and kids alike, based on the age-old struggle between instinct and reason, nature and technology

Exploding from the beloved Glorkian Warrior video game and graphic novels: a hilarious new outer-space adventure, from the creator of the Eisner-Award-winning series JOHNNY BOO and DRAGON PUNCHER! Who keeps the galaxy silly? The Glork Patrol! Join the Glorkian Warrior and Baby Gonk as they explore a new planet and make some new friends. But they'll have to watch out for the most dangerous creature in the universe: a Baby Quackaboodle! Join author James Kochalka for a new beginning to the wild and wacky universe of Glork!

Foul-mouthed, filthy-minded, and completely oblivious, these young "heroes" do everything BUT fight crime - they're too busy getting high, hazing the new kids, playing video games, scheming to be team leader, and designing new costumes. SuperF*ckers collects all four fan-favorite issues of Kochalka's over-the-top series, plus the all-new Jack Krak one-shot!

The story follows a well-mannered boy named Jimmy, who, after a mishap with his elbow, begins to question the reality of his situation. As he grapples with whether his elbow has magical powers or if he’s just imagining things, he prepares for a day at school filled with uncertainty and potential chaos. The narrative blends humor and whimsy, exploring themes of imagination and the challenges of childhood.

Guess who’s back for even more wacky outer-space adventure? The Glorkian Warrior and his crew! It’s a sticky, soapy, messy delight from the award-winning creator of Johnny Boo and Banana Fox! What a mess! It all started when Glorkian SuperGrandma told the Glork Patrol they could eat candy for breakfast… now their “Dada,” the Glorkian Warrior, has a lot of cleaning up to do. Super Backpack gets a robot super-suit made of candy wrappers and takes Baby Gonk on the adventure of a lifetime, while Glorkian Warrior stays behind and tries to help the uncontrollable Baby Quackaboodle take a bath. Families come in all kinds… even in outer space. This kooky, colorful adventure will feel hilariously relatable and have kids giggling through story time and bath time alike!