America's funniest comic strip about teenage life is back with a brand-new collection featuring the complete run of Zits comic strips from 2023. Step into the chaotic and comical world of Jeremy Duncan, the star of Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman's beloved comic strip, Zits. The comic's pitch-perfect portrayal of teenage life is filled with awkward moments, parental bewilderment, and the eternal struggle to fit in while standing out. Jeremy's world is populated by his quirky friends and classmates and his loving yet perplexed parents. Jeremy's neverending quest to keep a clean room, stay on his family's good side, impress his girlfriend, and pursue his rock and roll dreams is a delightful escape into a comic strip world that's both funny and familiar.

SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star are back in David Lewman’s Ooze in the Ocean , a funny middle-grade mystery filled with ghosts, superheroes, and Bikini Bottom’s most dangerous creatures! Energetic and fast-paced with plenty of kid-friendly humor, the SpongeBob SquarePants Mysteries series is a great read for new and longtime fans of the hit TV series. When a glowing green trail appears outside of the Shady Shoals Rest Home, retired superheroes Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy ask SpongeBob and Patrick to take on the case and figure out what the trail is. Unfortunately for the two detectives, they are led through ship graveyards, underground tunnels, and ultimately into the nest of some of the most dangerous villains Bikini Bottom has ever been faced with! Featuring beautiful black-and-white chapter-heading illustrations by award-winning comics superstar and New York Times bestselling creator Francesco Francavilla.

For fans of Saga, a modern fantasy comic from acclaimed novelist Melissa F. Olson, author of the bestselling Old World series. Meet Tess Halliday, a broke single mom desperate to protect her kids from vicious criminals trying to collect on her ex-husband’s debts. Following a mysterious message, Tess flees to the island of Demonde—a place of demons, legendary creatures, and a family secret that just might cost Tess her life. Written by acclaimed novelist Melissa F. Olson, with evocative art by Sally Cantirino (I Walk With Monsters).

Classicist Honor Cargill-Martin once again puts women at center stage in this beautiful collection of eight illustrated Norse myths and legends.- A Children's Book Council's Kids Favorites Award winner!Discover your favorite Norse myths - with a twist. This time you'll hear from the female characters in their own words.Meet Freyja, the enchanting goddess who forges a peace treaty between the Aesir and Vanir and brings magic and harmony to Asgard; ski through the mountains with Skadi on her quest for vengeance after her father's death; and watch Loki, the shape-shifting trickster, recount the rescue of Thor's hammer while disguised as a maid in this illustrated treasure trove of eight tales. Stories include: FREYJA'S STORY The goddess whose role in the peace treaty between the Aesir and Vanir brings magic and harmony to Asgard FRIGG'S STORY The Queen of Asgard's desperate attempt to protect her beloved son Baldur from death IDDUN'S STORY The goddess who is kidnapped for her eternal youth SKADI'S STORY The bowhunting giantess who avenges her father's death GEFJON'S STORY The entrepreneurial goddess who creates her own island GRID'S STORY The jötunn who helps Thor survive a deadly encounter with the Giant Geirrod BRYNHILDR'S STORY The vengeful Valkyrie's betrayal by Sigurd Written by classics expert Honor Cargill-Martin, whose insightful storytelling will mesmerize young readers as she breathes new life into well-loved stories and brings the classics into the modern world. This enchanting anthology for children ages 7+ features:- Eight classic Norse myths, specially retold for young feminists - Insightful storytelling from 'the new Mary Beard', classicist Honor Cargill-Martin - Extensive backmatter, with a full synopsis of each story, bibliography, and further reading - Stunning Viking red foil on the coverPraise for She Speaks: The Women of Greek Myths in Their Own Words: "Cargill-Martin's exciting and insightful retelling breathes new life into characters who are often not given as much airtime as their male counterparts." -Charlotte Eyre, The Bookseller "Lavishly illustrated and dynamic collection of retellings." -Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian

Welcome to the Touchwood Academy of Magical Thinking, where magical abilities are a must . . With this fun gift-ready package from the creator of the bestselling Ology books, A.J. Wood, kids will discover the thrill of the real-life magic of chemistry with hands-on experiments. As a “First Class Wizard,” Wood guides wizards-in-training through dozens of magic tricks and spells that are actually wow-inducing age-appropriate science experiments. Mini-booklets and fold-out activities on every page add to the excitement and discovery. Experiments in this book: Make Water Bend · Move Water to Your Command · Make Your Own Magic Bugs Walk on Water · Rainbow Eggs · Magic Color Wheel · Make a Magical Ice Tower · Stop Water from Freezing · Send a Magic Message · Oil Fireworks · Liquid Layers · Air Is There · Make Money Talk · Watch Water Rise · Make Your Own Exothermic Energy · Make Endothermic Ice Cream · Make a Magic Lava Lamp · Make a Message in Crystal Ink · Make Your Own Stalactite · Make a Salt Crystal · Make a Sugar Crystal · Make a Color Changing Potion · Make Invisible Ink · Make an Eggshell Disappear · Make a Rubber Bone · Dancing Popcorn · Make Your Own Compounds · Flour Glue Cauldron · Pop a Balloon by Magic · Make a Reaction Rocket · Moon Batter · Reaction Bread · Magic Lemonade · Crystal Lollipop ... and more! At the end of the book, children will earn a certificate that grants them the title of Novice Wizard. Children will enjoy investigating - what is the world made of? - experiments with water - magical matter - magical mixtures - the importance of energy - experiments with air - experiments with salt - the magic of crystals - the acid test - experiments with vinegar - reactions and transformations - kitchen alchemy Shall we begin?

The era-defining manga phenomenon finally arrives in a gorgeous deluxe English-language omnibus edition. The source of multiple anime series, specials, films, live-action adaptations, and video games, CITY HUNTER is beloved for its mix of action, comedy, and romance, and has sold over 50 million volumes worldwide. This English-language omnibus edition contains the first three volumes of the series, beautifully printed and packed with all of the original art, including a 4-page full-color insert. This omnibus will be a prize for a collector’s shelf. James Bond meets Lupin the Third! A stylish cocktail of hard-boiled action and raunchy comedy, manga classic CITY HUNTER follows exceptional marksman and compassionate sleazeball Ryo Saeba as he sweeps corruption from the lavish 80's Tokyo nightlife, one evil at a time. Readers follow the City Hunter as he takes on underground odd jobs, ranging from serving as the bodyguard of a captivating madame to executing a vengeful assassination of a corrupt politician, navigating through quick-witted thrills and intense dramas. The City Hunter Ryo Saeba does the dirty work of cleaning up Tokyo’s nightlife with his heart of gold worn on his sleeve. Created by Tsukasa Hojo, who is also known for the hit series Cat's Eye, City Hunter showcases his exceptional talent in crafting engaging narratives that blend action and humor seamlessly.

The manga classic CAT'S EYE finally arrives in a gorgeous deluxe English-language omnibus edition. Watch the Cat’s Eye anime on Hulu and Disney+! The work of superstar author Hojo Tsukasa has been adapted into anime, films, stage plays, and more. This English-language omnibus edition contains the first three volumes of the series. Beautifully printed and packed with all of the original art, including a 16-page full-color insert and a 48-page 2-color insert, this edition is sure to be prized. Café owners by day, art thieves by night, the three sisters Hitomi, Rui, and Ai have high-risk lives outside of their day jobs. Hitomi especially needs to keep her secret under wraps, since she’s dating Toshio—the police officer assigned to catch the Cat’s Eye thief! Cat’s Eye’s targets are easy to spot: They’re all art pieces authored by acclaimed genius painter Heinz. What museums don’t know is that this artist is the missing father to the three “Cat’s Eye” siblings. As the sisters reclaim one piece after another, spreading their infamous name, a conspiracy gradually begins to reveal itself. How can their father come out of hiding when the bloodthirsty syndicate that betrayed him to steal his work and fame—many of whom were once his closest apprentices and art collectors—are still so powerful in the art world? When Cat’s Eye tightropes another canvas out of a heavily guarded exhibit, the cops are pressed to apprehend the thief. Can the sisters discover the truth about their missing father? Or will they be apprehended by Hitomi’s star-crossed lover Toshio or killed by the looming syndicate responsible for the father’s disappearance. As the heists continue, the stakes only get higher. Known for his exceptional storytelling, Tsukasa Hojo is also the mastermind behind the iconic series City Hunter, showcasing his remarkable ability to weave thrilling narratives full of action and intrigue.

In the vein of Grown and The Poet X, an award-winning searing and defiant novel in verse about reclaiming agency after a sexual assault within the church community A YALSA William C.Morris Award Finalist A Walter Award Honor Book An ALA Rise List Top Ten Selection A Kirkus Books Best of the Year A Cybils Award Finalist A YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers A Summer/Fall Indies Introduce Pick A September/October Indie Next Pick Sixteen-year-old Amina Conteh has always believed in using her voice as her weapon—even when it gets her into trouble. After cursing at a classmate, her father forces her to volunteer at their church with Pastor Johnson. But Pastor Johnson isn’t the holy man everyone thinks he is. The same voice Amina uses to fight falls quiet the night she is sexually assaulted by Pastor Johnson. After that, her life starts to unravel: her father is frustrated that her grades are slipping, and her best friend and boyfriend don’t understand why the once loud and proud girl is now quiet and distant. In a world that claims to support survivors, Amina wonders who will support her when her attacker is everyone’s favorite community leader. When Pastor Johnson is arrested for a different crime, the community is shaken and divided; some call him a monster and others defend him. But Amina is secretly relieved. She no longer has to speak because Pastor Johnson can’t hurt her anymore—or so she believes. To regain her voice and sense of self, Amina must find the power to confront her abuser—in the courtroom and her heart—and learn to use all the fighting parts within her.

Aria and Nainai are back in this sweet and magical middle-grade, full-color graphic novel about a mysterious ancient monster and the quest to set it free Aria thought her life would go back to normal when she left her nainai’s boba shop—and the monster living below it—behind in San Francisco. But while Aria and Nainai may have stopped the Big One, the aftershocks from her summer adventure are far from over. Each night, the monster visits Aria’s dreams, calling her back to the caves below the city. Stranger still, Aria’s discovered a newfound ability to manipulate water . . but her powers aren’t quite under her control. So Aria convinces her parents she needs another visit with Nainai, and she packs her bags and heads back to San Francisco. Beneath the boba shop, Aria and Nainai learn the monster’s secret—he needs their help to return home. Can Aria learn how to harness her new powers (and a whole lot of boba) to bring the monster back to the sea, or will it be trapped under the city forever? More from the Super Boba Cafe series: Super Boba Cafe

From New York Times bestselling author Laini Taylor comes a new edition of her first cult favorite series, Guardians of Dreamdark, about a devil-hunting faerie and her quest to save her world For centuries faeries have lived safely in their ancient forests, but now their peace is under threat. Devils are escaping the prisons that have held them since the Dawn Days, and only one faerie stands in their way. Magpie Windwitch is the greatest—the only—devil-hunter of the Age. Together with her trusted band of crows, she tracks down and recaptures these ravenous beasts that devour everything in their path. When the hunt leads them to the legendary forest of Dreamdark, Magpie finds herself outmatched. Facing the greatest foe her kind has ever known (not to mention an imposter queen, a disgusting imp, and a young faerie warrior as infuriating as he is brave), one thing is certain: If she’s to save the world, she'll need all the help she can get. Bestselling author Laini Taylor’s thrilling first novel is now available for the first time for a new generation of fans.

Displaced by the ravages of war and suffering the loss of their patriarch, Matsukaze's family is on a path of despair... Meanwhile, the young Kohibari lives amongst humans. While his beauty makes him popular with his captures, his status as a prize incurs the jealousy of his fellow centaurs. In order to survive these circumstances, he must develop his own brand of strength.

Acclaimed Harrow County, The Sixth Gun, and The Empty Man writer Cullen Bunn, artist/colorist John Bivens, and letterer Anna Peterson unleash Retroverse, a horror sci-fi comic book series. In this gripping story, a teenager finds herself in an alternate reality where she must fend off monsters and save her town. Kacy must convince her boyfriend T.J. and BFF Krissy that she is who she says she is and traverse this new and scary reality-where she's not supposed to be alive-and all that comes with it. Is it a nightmare or was she made for this? Originally published under the banner of Comixology originals, ABLAZE is proud to present Retroverse in print for the first time!

Discover the myth of the worldwide music sensation BABYMETAL. Tasked with defeating the forces of darkness and division, the metal spirits must travel through a variety of eras of time, assuming different forms and identities. What we are seeing is not the BABYMETAL of the present. It's the original story based on BABYMETAL you've never heard before. The long-hidden metal spirit’s apocrypha of the METAL RESISTANCE will emerge.