PetWizards

PetWizards (#1)

"The illustration’s Day-Glo aesthetics and exaggerated character designs combine to deliver an atypical superhero yarn. Bizarre yet relatable characters, off-putting yet cute critters, and familiar messages about identity, fitting in, and being oneself ferried via uplifting storytelling make for a goofy adventure."

Publishers Weekly

"Filled with musical numbers, quirky characters, and humorous dialogue, this graphic novel has a vibrant feel that is complemented by the loud, bright color palette and creative paneling. Characters’ facial expressions are dynamic, and the body language is hilarious while still conveying real emotions of fear, drama, betrayal, and joy. Messages of friendship and being true to oneself are seamlessly layered into the story. An excellent addition where bizarre humor and loud graphics are popular."

School Library Journal

"With absurd, offbeat humor and bold, psychedelically colored artwork that perfectly matches the off-the-wall high jinks, Scroggs' laugh-packed middle school story nicely balances the humor with a believable array of emotions to drive the story forward."

Booklist

"Funny and Fabulous! The author also sneaks in a lot of deeper thoughts, cleverly disguised among the jokes. Bottom line—an enjoyable read."

Dav Pilkey, New York Times bestselling author of the Dogman series

"Is there anything this book doesn't have? Laughter! Drama! Drama! Yes, TWO dramas. One for the goofiest theater production ever to grace a graphic novel, and one for middle school angst that's relatable even when it involves human fish-tails, murderous robot seagulls, fluffy pink tarantulas, and the strangest ensemble of animal/human heroes determined to save the day (or in this case, a very bad play)! I've never wanted anything more than to be a PetWizard, and the number of times I snort-laughed while reading this book makes me think I might have a future as a pig-controlling one. A perfect book for every weird animal lover, theater kid, and anyone who feels like a naked mole rat in a world of hamsters. P.S. Please release the PetWizards soundtrack NOW."

Colleen AF Venable, author of the Katie the Catsitter series

Snoop Troop

Snoop Troop: It Came From Beneath the Playground (#1)

"Satisfyingly silly. Mystery (and humor) mavens will eagerly await future cases."

Kirkus Reviews

"Newly independent readers will enjoy the graphic novel format"

School Library Journal

"A rollicking mystery that bodes well for the books to come."

Publishers Weekly

"Perfect for kids who enjoy the Lunch Lady series and are ready for something a little bit more challenging. It's highly interactive and dynamic, and a great introduction to how to solve mysteries."

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