Children and Teens > Graphic Novels

Witness a tale of love, fairies, and betrayal in this classic tale retold in graphic-novel format. Theseus, duke of Athens is preparing for his marriage when Hermia, and her father, Egeus, burst into his court and beg for Theseus' judgment regarding whom Hermia, Egeus' daughter, should marry. Theseus tells Hermia she must marry Demetrius, even though she really loves Lysander. At nightfall, the two young lovers run off to the forest to be married in secret. However, Demetrius discovers their deception and charges into the fores... read more

A collection of 12 new stories - all linked by the theme of Asterix's anniversary celebration.

"Based on the novella Anthem by Ayn Rand."

It was just another day on the BMX street course for Billy Cruz. He lunged down the pipe, rode the ramp high into the air, and tweaked his bike for a perfect Superman -- when suddenly he lost his grip on the seat. Cruz hit the concrete -- hard -- and wound up in the hospital with several broken bones. Six long weeks later, Billy finally got back on his bike. But now, he cant help but hold back a bit on his tricks, and his scores are starting to suffer. To add insult to injury, Billy's best friend, Penny, has been acting strange sin... read more

When the Maharaja of Bekar dies suddenly and mysteriously, Captain Congo and his loyal offsider Pug are despatched by the Agency to investigate. They arrive in India to find the Palace of Rajputana teeming with intrigue. Ages 6+.

Travel back to Medieval England and join Chaucer and his band of Canterbury pilgrims in this wonderful introduction to one of Britain's greatest literary legacies. These nine well-loved tales, from a host of colourful characters - the Knight, the Miller, the Reeve, the Wife of Bath, the Summoner, the Clerk, the Franklin, the Pardoner and the Nun's Priest - are brought to life with Marcia Williams' trademark witty, comic-strip art, allowing this classic text to be enjoyed by all ages.

A French minister, whose influence is largely linked to his money, is getting ready to support a military coup in a small African Republic where oil abounds. Najah must get close to Sam Natchez, who is overseeing the coup. Ironically, Najah has just saved the businessman's life and he asked her to be his guardian angel.

No vampyre hunter should be without this -- the very handbook that Dr. Cornelius van Helsing himself carried with him on his fateful journey across Transylvania. Packed with details of all kinds of beasts of the night, can it help you more than it did him? Goblins, golems and gorgons -- this indespensible guide to vampyres and other perilous creatures has all you need to know to identify and protect yourself against these dark and dangerous creatures. Illustrated with photographs and drawings, this is the very book that Cornelius... read more

Adopted daughter and principal collaborator of James Fitzroy, roving ambassador, special correspondent for the American Secretary of State in Europe, Susan is a clever, multilingual young woman, in full bloom and perfectly happy in the eyes of an attentive father. But this too-perfect happiness hides many faults, sorrows and mysteries. Trapped by her past, Susan will have to play her most dangerous role in a life already rich with adventure: Lady S, high-class spy in a diplomatic environment. This two-volume book includes "Na Zdoro... read more

A graphic novel adaptation of William Shakespeare's play about the first emperor of ancient Rome, the conspiracy to assassinate him, and the civil war that follows his murder.

Follow David Balfour's thrilling adventure as he survives and attempt on his life, only to be kidnapped and destined for a life of slavery. A violent storm offers a means of escape, but the adventure doesn't end there - he goes on to witness a murder, then forms an unlikely alliance with the exiled Allan Breck and becomes a fugitive on the run. Vibrant full-colour artwork adds fresh appeal to this classic tale. Speech bubbles work with the main text to emphasise and enhance the retelling. A running glossary at the foot of each page... read more

Twenty years after the events of Treasure Island, Lady Vivian Hastings knocks on Dr Livesey's door. Her hated husband has sent word from the Amazon: He has found the fabled city of Guiana-Capac, and his brother is to sell the entire domain to pay for an expedition, dispossessing Vivian in the process. So the lady has come to seek the one man who can help her: Long John Silver -

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In 1938, Lily Rene Wilhelm, a 14-year-old Jewish girl, is living in Vienna when the Nazis march into Austria. After a ship voyage fraught with danger from Nazi torpedoes, teenage Lily reunites with her parents in New York and helps her family earn a living by painting designs on wooden boxes. One day she sees an ad in the paper: a comics publisher is looking for artists. Lily has never drawn comics before, but teaches herself how they work. She is hired to draw the character Seorita Rio, a beautiful spy fighting the Nazis.

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'Fair is foul and foul is fair' - so said three weird women in ghoulish glee, predicting a subversion of order in fair Scotland...In the reign of King Duncan, Scotland is a just and hospitable land, with loyal, warlike thanes guarding the best interests of people......'Till the very best among them, Macbeth, gives in to a fatal temptation and commits regicide. But will the crown of Scotland sit easy on his head? Will justice be restored to Scotland? Or will Macbeth remain invincible?One of Shakespeare's most famous plays, "Macbeth"... read more

Vanity, cloning and the myth of Narcissus: when the race for power overrules ethical probity. In the US, the Presidential campaign heats up. Narcissus Shimmer, who is campaigning for re-election as head of State, leads all the polls. Ron Grubb, a private investigator, is hired by the opposition to dig out the dirt on Narcissus Shimmer and bring him down. Grubb discovers a baby shrouded in secret, whose birth was monitored by one of the country's leading biotechnologists. Has Grubb discovered the first human clone? Will the most pow... read more

A graphic novel adaptation of William Shakespeare's play about two young lovers in Verona, whose families are enemies.

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Cartoonist and illstrator Jean-Jacques Sempe has been delighting readers in France and beyond with his witty drawing and cunning eye for the finer amusements of the human condition for over 40 years. This most recent body of his work from 2003, is now available in English. In "Mixed Messages", Sempe turns his attention to the trappings of modern life, mobile phones, designer water, as well as revisiting his favourite subjects, struggling artists, aloof psychologists and unhappy couples. Now in English by the "Asterix the Gaul" tran... read more