Biography in Comics, Graphic Novels & Manga & Kids eBooks

It's Her Story Irena Sendler

A Graphic Novel

by Margaret Littman ...

Illustrated by Sara Luna ...

Series Book 3 - It's Her Story Series
A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Irena Sendler was a humanitarian and social worker in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II. Her job allowed her to pass through the armed gates of the Warsaw ghetto, bringing limited aid to the 450,000 Jewish people who were forcibly moved there. In secret, Irena built a network of people to smuggle 2,500 children out of the ghetto, saving their lives ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Irena Sendler was a humanitarian and social worker in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II. Her job allowed her to pass through the armed gates of the Warsaw ghetto, bringing limited aid to the 450,000 Jewish people who were forcibly moved there. In secret, Irena built a network of people to smuggle 2,500 children out of the ghetto, saving their lives
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The Squad: A Graphic Novel (The Tryout #2)

Illustrated by Joanna Cacao ...

by Christina Soontornvat ...

Break out your pom poms! The highly anticipated, stand-alone companion to the instant #1 bestseller The Tryout promises even more cheer, higher stakes, and relatable middle-school drama. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier."Raw, candid, moving, and full of heart." -Betty C. Tang, creator of the award-winning bestseller Parachute Kids"Gorgeous, heartfelt, and hilarious." -Sarah Mlynowski, New York ... Read more

$11.19 CAD

Break out your pom poms! The highly anticipated, stand-alone companion to the instant #1 bestseller The Tryout promises even more cheer, higher stakes, and relatable middle-school drama. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier."Raw, candid, moving, and full of heart." -Betty C. Tang, creator of the award-winning bestseller Parachute Kids"Gorgeous, heartfelt, and hilarious." -Sarah Mlynowski, New York
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Guts: A Graphic Novel

by Raina Telgemeier ...

A true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Timesbestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile**,** Sisters**,** Drama**, and** Ghosts**!**Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing... ... Read more

$11.19 CAD

A true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Timesbestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile**,** Sisters**,** Drama**, and** Ghosts**!**Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing...
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賽雷三分鐘漫畫世界史2

by 賽雷 ...

Series Book 2 - 賽雷三分鐘漫畫世界史
　　一翻開就會因內容太好看到而停不下來整本讀完！　　以爆笑畫風、可愛的漫畫人物設定，忠實呈現一段段有趣又有料的史實　　本書延續了《賽雷三分鐘漫畫世界史1》的形式，同樣以賽雷幽默的風格呈現扎實的歷史事實，全彩的漫畫風格加上極具辨識度的人物形象，讓每個看這本書的人都能走進世界史，並且會看得非常歡樂且放鬆。　　內容包含有「美麗海島的南國往事」、「所羅門王的寶藏」、「楓葉之國的歷史」、「天堂與地獄並存的巴西」、「中立之國還是牆頭草的瑞典歷史」、「大航海時代的舵手等……幾乎每一頁都有一個讓大家會心一笑的梗，同時還具有扎實的史實基礎，讓讀者在捧腹大笑中通曉一段歷史背景。[本書特色]　　◎ 百萬暢銷書作者「超萌賽雷」，「電影式」全場景，爆笑還原世界歷史。　　◎ 爆笑三分鐘，讀透世界史，一本書讀飽十一國歷史！　　◎ 超立體、超生動、超有趣的全彩漫畫世界史，老少咸宜的課外歷史讀物。 ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

　　一翻開就會因內容太好看到而停不下來整本讀完！　　以爆笑畫風、可愛的漫畫人物設定，忠實呈現一段段有趣又有料的史實　　本書延續了《賽雷三分鐘漫畫世界史1》的形式，同樣以賽雷幽默的風格呈現扎實的歷史事實，全彩的漫畫風格加上極具辨識度的人物形象，讓每個看這本書的人都能走進世界史，並且會看得非常歡樂且放鬆。　　內容包含有「美麗海島的南國往事」、「所羅門王的寶藏」、「楓葉之國的歷史」、「天堂與地獄並存的巴西」、「中立之國還是牆頭草的瑞典歷史」、「大航海時代的舵手等……幾乎每一頁都有一個讓大家會心一笑的梗，同時還具有扎實的史實基礎，讓讀者在捧腹大笑中通曉一段歷史背景。[本書特色]　　◎ 百萬暢銷書作者「超萌賽雷」，「電影式」全場景，爆笑還原世界歷史。　　◎ 爆笑三分鐘，讀透世界史，一本書讀飽十一國歷史！　　◎ 超立體、超生動、超有趣的全彩漫畫世界史，老少咸宜的課外歷史讀物。
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Facing Feelings: Inside the World of Raina Telgemeier

by Raina Telgemeier ...

Spend an afternoon with Raina as she shares her artwork and tells stories about a range of topics spanning from her childhood to the creation of her graphic novels Smile, Sisters, Guts, Drama, and Ghosts!Raina Telgemeier is the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning cartoonist who has been at the forefront of today's middle-grade graphic novel boom and has published several ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Spend an afternoon with Raina as she shares her artwork and tells stories about a range of topics spanning from her childhood to the creation of her graphic novels Smile, Sisters, Guts, Drama, and Ghosts!Raina Telgemeier is the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning cartoonist who has been at the forefront of today's middle-grade graphic novel boom and has published several
... Read more
Play Like a Girl

A Graphic Novel

by Misty Wilson ...

Illustrated by David Wilson ...

Debut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her town’s football team in this empowering graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns.Mistynever shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. So when the boys tell her she can’t play football, there’s only one thing to do: join their team and show them what she’s got.But the training ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Debut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her town’s football team in this empowering graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns.Mistynever shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. So when the boys tell her she can’t play football, there’s only one thing to do: join their team and show them what she’s got.But the training
... Read more
Button Pusher

A Graphic Novel

by Tyler Page ...

A memoir-driven realistic graphic novel about Tyler, a child who is diagnosed with ADHD and has to discover for himself how to best manage it.Tyler’s brain is different. Unlike his friends, he has a hard time paying attention in class. He acts out in goofy, over-the-top ways. Sometimes, he even does dangerous things—like cut up a bus seat with a pocketknife or hang out of an attic window.To the ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

A memoir-driven realistic graphic novel about Tyler, a child who is diagnosed with ADHD and has to discover for himself how to best manage it.Tyler’s brain is different. Unlike his friends, he has a hard time paying attention in class. He acts out in goofy, over-the-top ways. Sometimes, he even does dangerous things—like cut up a bus seat with a pocketknife or hang out of an attic window.To the
... Read more
Best Friend, Worst Bully

by Mei Yu ...

Series Book 2 - Lost & Found
Mei, Maggie, and Sophie are BEST FRIENDS FOREVER!With fourth grade just around the corner, the three girls look forward to another fun school year together. But disaster strikes on the first day of school: MAGGIE’S LEAVING!! Suddenly, Mei and Sophie only have each other. They can still have fun together, right?But soon, Sophie behaves very differently. She hates Mei’s art. She calls her hurtful ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

Mei, Maggie, and Sophie are BEST FRIENDS FOREVER!With fourth grade just around the corner, the three girls look forward to another fun school year together. But disaster strikes on the first day of school: MAGGIE’S LEAVING!! Suddenly, Mei and Sophie only have each other. They can still have fun together, right?But soon, Sophie behaves very differently. She hates Mei’s art. She calls her hurtful
... Read more
Wish I Was a Baller

by Amar Shah ...

Illustrated by Rashad Doucet ...

Wish I Was a Baller is part New Kid, part The Tryout, and part Dragon Hoops!Amar Shah has some story to tell! In 1995, he was a fourteen-year-old aspiring sports journalist (and basketball superfan) angling to get into an Orlando Magic team practice. He did, and it took him on the ride of his life!Wish I Was a Baller is a graphic memoir chronicling Amar's real-life experiences as a fourteen-year ... Read more

$12.79 CAD

Wish I Was a Baller is part New Kid, part The Tryout, and part Dragon Hoops!Amar Shah has some story to tell! In 1995, he was a fourteen-year-old aspiring sports journalist (and basketball superfan) angling to get into an Orlando Magic team practice. He did, and it took him on the ride of his life!Wish I Was a Baller is a graphic memoir chronicling Amar's real-life experiences as a fourteen-year
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The Mythmakers

The Remarkable Fellowship of C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkien (A Graphic Novel)

by John Hendrix ...

From New York Times bestselling, award-winning creator John Hendrix comes The Mythmakers, a graphic novel biography of two literary lions—C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien—following the remarkable story of their friendship and creative fellowship, and how each came to write their masterworks"Masterful. . . Effortlessly blending fantasy and reality." (BCCB, starred review)Through narrative and comic ... Read more

$25.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

From New York Times bestselling, award-winning creator John Hendrix comes The Mythmakers, a graphic novel biography of two literary lions—C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien—following the remarkable story of their friendship and creative fellowship, and how each came to write their masterworks"Masterful. . . Effortlessly blending fantasy and reality." (BCCB, starred review)Through narrative and comic
... Read more
Just Pretend

by Tori Sharp ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER!**"Grounded and relatable." —Whitney Gardner, creator of Fake Blood"Frank and honest portrayal of divorce, losing friends, and growing up" —Rex Ogle, co-creator of** Four EyesFans of Real Friends and Be Prepared will love this energetic, affecting graphic memoir, in which a young girl uses her active imagination to navigate middle school as well as the fallout from her ... ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

NATIONAL BESTSELLER!**"Grounded and relatable." —Whitney Gardner, creator of Fake Blood"Frank and honest portrayal of divorce, losing friends, and growing up" —Rex Ogle, co-creator of** Four EyesFans of Real Friends and Be Prepared will love this energetic, affecting graphic memoir, in which a young girl uses her active imagination to navigate middle school as well as the fallout from her ...
... Read more
A First Time for Everything

by Dan Santat ...

*Winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature*A middle grade graphic memoir based on bestselling author and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life.Dan's always been a good kid. The kind of kid who listens to his teachers, helps his mom with grocery shopping, and stays out of trouble. But being a good kid doesn't ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

*Winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature*A middle grade graphic memoir based on bestselling author and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life.Dan's always been a good kid. The kind of kid who listens to his teachers, helps his mom with grocery shopping, and stays out of trouble. But being a good kid doesn't
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The Hiding Place

A Graphic Novel

by Corrie ten Boom, Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill, Mario DeMatteo ...

Illustrated by Ismael Castro ...

One of the bestselling books of all time--now a captivating graphic novel!It's World War II.Darkness has fallen over the world as the Nazis spread fear and hatred.No one feels safe.But on a city corner in Holland one woman fights against injustice and darkness. In a quiet watchmaking shop, Corrie ten Boom and her close-knit family risk their lives to hide hundreds of Jews and others... ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

One of the bestselling books of all time--now a captivating graphic novel!It's World War II.Darkness has fallen over the world as the Nazis spread fear and hatred.No one feels safe.But on a city corner in Holland one woman fights against injustice and darkness. In a quiet watchmaking shop, Corrie ten Boom and her close-knit family risk their lives to hide hundreds of Jews and others...
... Read more
Seuls

by Paul Tom ...

Illustrated by Mélanie Baillairgé ...

Chaque année, plus de 400 jeunes d’âge mineur arrivent seuls au Canada pour demander le statut de réfugié. Sans parents. Sans adulte pour les accompagner.Seuls raconte le parcours de trois d’entre eux : Afshin, Alain et Patricia. Leur témoignage ouvre une fenêtre sur les nombreux déchirements, les difficiles sacrifices et les innombrables épreuves qui jalonnent ce chemin rempli d’obstacles. Mais ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Chaque année, plus de 400 jeunes d’âge mineur arrivent seuls au Canada pour demander le statut de réfugié. Sans parents. Sans adulte pour les accompagner.Seuls raconte le parcours de trois d’entre eux : Afshin, Alain et Patricia. Leur témoignage ouvre une fenêtre sur les nombreux déchirements, les difficiles sacrifices et les innombrables épreuves qui jalonnent ce chemin rempli d’obstacles. Mais
... Read more
Mexikid

(Newbery Honor Award Winner)

by Pedro Martín ...

Illustrated by Pedro Martín ...

NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNER • An unforgettable graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico“One of those books that kids will pass to their friends as soon as they have finished it.”—Victoria Jamieson, creator of the National Book Award finalist When Stars Are ScatteredWINNER OF THE PURA BELPRÉ AUTHOR AWARD AND ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNER • An unforgettable graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico“One of those books that kids will pass to their friends as soon as they have finished it.”—Victoria Jamieson, creator of the National Book Award finalist When Stars Are ScatteredWINNER OF THE PURA BELPRÉ AUTHOR AWARD AND
... Read more
一本書耳

by 己文員 ...

以兩文三語寫成，各有韻味，並可學習不同語言以幽默角度剖析人、經濟和大自然的關係作者用創新手法和結構佈局，說四大主題：錢、人、吃飯、大自然。更直接一點，就是錢、錢、錢！然而「錢錢錢」的世俗背後，卻有超凡理想，用心良苦想告訴不同層面的讀者，大家處於一個不收費不求回報的大自然裡，要欣賞世界，愛惜環境，珍惜所有。本書有三個版本，為一本書耳 - 俗一本書耳 - 中A book only (一本書耳 - 英)俗語版為原本，較適合廣東話流利人仕，及能接受地方俗語之讀者。中文版適合一般中文讀者。For those readers who do not understand Chinese, English version could be your option. ... Read more

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以兩文三語寫成，各有韻味，並可學習不同語言以幽默角度剖析人、經濟和大自然的關係作者用創新手法和結構佈局，說四大主題：錢、人、吃飯、大自然。更直接一點，就是錢、錢、錢！然而「錢錢錢」的世俗背後，卻有超凡理想，用心良苦想告訴不同層面的讀者，大家處於一個不收費不求回報的大自然裡，要欣賞世界，愛惜環境，珍惜所有。本書有三個版本，為一本書耳 - 俗一本書耳 - 中A book only (一本書耳 - 英)俗語版為原本，較適合廣東話流利人仕，及能接受地方俗語之讀者。中文版適合一般中文讀者。For those readers who do not understand Chinese, English version could be your option.
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Astronauts

Women on the Final Frontier

by Jim Ottaviani ...

Illustrated by Maris Wicks ...

In the graphic novel Astronauts: Women on the Final Frontier, Jim Ottaviani and illustrator Maris Wicks capture the great humor and incredible drive of Mary Cleave, Valentina Tereshkova, and the first women in space.The U.S. may have put the first man on the moon, but it was the Soviet space program that made Valentina Tereshkova the first woman in space. It took years to catch up, but soon NASA’s ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

In the graphic novel Astronauts: Women on the Final Frontier, Jim Ottaviani and illustrator Maris Wicks capture the great humor and incredible drive of Mary Cleave, Valentina Tereshkova, and the first women in space.The U.S. may have put the first man on the moon, but it was the Soviet space program that made Valentina Tereshkova the first woman in space. It took years to catch up, but soon NASA’s
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Weirdo

by Tony Weaver Jr. ...

Illustrated by Jes Wibowo, Cin Wibowo ...

Series Book 1 - Weirdo
"A touching story of belonging." — Publisher's Weekly, starred review"Honest, hopeful.." —Kirkus, starred reviewA Kirkus Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearEleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-li... ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

"A touching story of belonging." — Publisher's Weekly, starred review"Honest, hopeful.." —Kirkus, starred reviewA Kirkus Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearEleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-li...
... Read more
Oh Brother

(A Graphic Novel)

by Georgina Chadderton ...

Every kid is shaped by their family — but not every kid has a brother like Rob. In this bright and thoughtful middle-grade graphic memoir, debut cartoonist Gina Chadderton examines the fun and difficult parts of growing up alongside their autistic and nonverbal brother.So much is changing in Gina Chadderton's life. Her family is moving, she's about to start middle school, and her brother Rob has ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

Every kid is shaped by their family — but not every kid has a brother like Rob. In this bright and thoughtful middle-grade graphic memoir, debut cartoonist Gina Chadderton examines the fun and difficult parts of growing up alongside their autistic and nonverbal brother.So much is changing in Gina Chadderton's life. Her family is moving, she's about to start middle school, and her brother Rob has
... Read more
The Middle School Rules of Brian Urlacher

as told by Sean Jensen

by Sean Jensen ...

For more than a decade, Brian Urlacher was the face of the Chicago Bears—one of the NFL’s most storied franchises. An eight-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker, Urlacher established himself as one of the league’s preeminent defenders with his athleticism, intelligence and ferocity. He is widely expected to gain entrance into the Pro Football Hall of Fame when he is eligible in a few years which is not ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

For more than a decade, Brian Urlacher was the face of the Chicago Bears—one of the NFL’s most storied franchises. An eight-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker, Urlacher established himself as one of the league’s preeminent defenders with his athleticism, intelligence and ferocity. He is widely expected to gain entrance into the Pro Football Hall of Fame when he is eligible in a few years which is not
... Read more
Wrong Friend

A Graphic Novel

by Charise Mericle Harper ...

Illustrated by Rory Lucey ...

What happens when your BFF is no longer forever?A fresh and honest graphic novel about friendships lost and found.Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier!Charise and Casey have been best friends for years. It never mattered that Casey was older by two years—until she started high school. Now, the two barely talk, and Charise is on a mission to get a new best friend. But can she find that perfect ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

What happens when your BFF is no longer forever?A fresh and honest graphic novel about friendships lost and found.Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier!Charise and Casey have been best friends for years. It never mattered that Casey was older by two years—until she started high school. Now, the two barely talk, and Charise is on a mission to get a new best friend. But can she find that perfect
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Bad Sister

by Charise Mericle Harper ...

Illustrated by Rory Lucey ...

This middle grade graphic memoir by Charise Mericle Harper, featuring illustrations by Rory Lucey, follows a young girl who undergoes a crisis of conscience, realizing that she is a “bad sister.”Meet Charise.She’s energetic, helpful, a model pet owner and full of inventions.But she’s also a bad sister. When she goes too far and breaks little brother Daniel’s tooth, can she redeem herself? Is an ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

This middle grade graphic memoir by Charise Mericle Harper, featuring illustrations by Rory Lucey, follows a young girl who undergoes a crisis of conscience, realizing that she is a “bad sister.”Meet Charise.She’s energetic, helpful, a model pet owner and full of inventions.But she’s also a bad sister. When she goes too far and breaks little brother Daniel’s tooth, can she redeem herself? Is an
... Read more
Lost & Found

Based on a True Story

by Mei Yu ...

Series Book 1 - Lost & Found
"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." —Publishers WeeklyBeing the new kid in school is scary enough. But imagine what it would be like if you were the new kid in a new school, in a new country. That’s exactly the situation Mei ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." —Publishers WeeklyBeing the new kid in school is scary enough. But imagine what it would be like if you were the new kid in a new school, in a new country. That’s exactly the situation Mei
... Read more
Yummy

A History of Desserts (A Graphic Novel)

by Victoria Grace Elliott ...

Cake is delicious, and comics are awesome: this exciting nonfiction graphic novel for kids combines both! Explore the history of desserts through a fun adventure with facts, legends, and recipes for readers to try at home.Have you ever wondered who first thought to freeze cream? Or when people began making sweet pastry shells to encase fruity fillings? Peri is excited to show you the delicious ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

Cake is delicious, and comics are awesome: this exciting nonfiction graphic novel for kids combines both! Explore the history of desserts through a fun adventure with facts, legends, and recipes for readers to try at home.Have you ever wondered who first thought to freeze cream? Or when people began making sweet pastry shells to encase fruity fillings? Peri is excited to show you the delicious
... Read more

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