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ARCANA GN VOL 01 THE LOST HEIRS
(W) Sam Prentice-Jones, Sam Prentice-Jones (A) Sam Prentice-Jones
Debut author/illustrator Sam Prentice-Jones explores fighting against your destiny and reconciling the actions of your ancestors in Arcana: The Lost Heirs, a tarot-inspired fantasy graphic novel for young adults. James, Daphne, Koko, and Sonny have all grown up surrounded by magic in the Arcana, an organization of witches that protects the magical world, run by the mysterious and secretive Majors. Eli Jones, however, didn't even know other witches existed until he stumbled into James, on the hunt for rogue magic... magic that turns out to be Eli. As James introduces Eli to the world of the Arcana, he finds the family he never had, and a blossoming romance with James. The five new friends soon realize that sinister things are afoot and everything may not be what it seems at the Arcana. When the group delves deeper into the mystery surrounding the deaths of their parents and the Major's rise to power, they discover that they're at the center of a curse, one they've just unwittingly set into motion. As the friends search for answers, they'll have to confront the cursed legacy that links them in hopes of freeing their futures. (STL367363) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 384pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
WE COULD BE MAGIC GN
(W) Marissa Meyer (A) Joelle Murray
When Tabitha Laurie was growing up, a visit to Sommerland saved her belief in true love, even as her parents' marriage was falling apart. Now she's landed her dream job at the theme park's prestigious summer program, where she can make magical memories for other kids, guests, and superfans just like her. All she has to do is audition for one of the coveted princess roles, and soon her dreams will come true. There's just one problem. The heroes and heroines at Sommerland are all, well thin. And no matter how much Tabi lives for the magic, she simply doesn't fit the park's idea of a princess. Given a not-so-regal position at a nacho food stand instead, Tabi is going to need the support of new friends, a new crush, and a whole lot of magic if she's going to devise her own happily ever after... without getting herself fired in the process. (STL367267) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
FIRST SECOND BOOKS
LOVE MISHA GN
(W/A/CA) Askel Aden
Can this road trip get any worse? Yes, Mom (Audrey) wanted to spend time with Misha. And yes, she's never around and they don't even live together, so this is a rare opportunity. But Audrey still thinks of Misha as her daughter, despite Misha being non-binary and trying to talk to her openly about it. Misha even tries to write how they feel in a letter, but that isn't going well either. Then a wrong turn down a forest road leads the mother-child duo straight into the Realm of Spirits! Suddenly in peril and without a clue how to return to their world, Misha and Audrey will have to work together to find their way back home. But can they find a way back to each other? (STL367362) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 320pgs, FC SRP: $17.99
FLIP CITY MAGAZINE
FLIP CITY MAGAZINE 25 (MR)
(W) Scott McKenzie & Various (A) David MacDowell & Various
The irreverent comic satire magazine is back with classic parodies, comics and more by Flip City's crew of crazed writers and artists. Includes send-ups of Superman and The Fantastic Four; and interview with indie comics legend Mike Baron; toons by Joey B. Toonz; plus The Regressives, Stoopid Tunes and The World's Most Based Crossword Puzzle. Flip City may be America's last laugh! Content subject to change. (STL367529) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Magazine, 64pgs, FC SRP: $11.95
FLOATING WORLD COMICS
ROBOT TOD #3
(W/A/CA) Farel Dalrymple
Tod is injured and on his back but with a little help from his surroundings soon recovers, then sets off to free Sept from her crystal prison. Beset by agents of West and guided by Gwyelder, Tod stoically navigates apocalyptic wastelands, wizard machinations, random memories, and giant spider monsters, all while trying to protect his new friends and reconnect with Furn Fells. (STL367778)
20pgs, FC SRP: $4.99
FLYING EYE BOOKS
COSMO PARK GN
(W/A) Madeleine Finlay
The Universal Nature Park is a place of wonder and scientific adventure, but watch out there are mysterious and nefarious plots afoot, and it's not all fun and learning when the Universe is at stake Hop on a hover-buggy to the center of the Milky Way and catch a ride around the Universal Nature Park to learn some amazing facts about our galactic neighborhood. Maybe you'll spot some tricksy black holes trying to escape their enclosure, or perhaps you'll get caught in a meteorite storm (don't forget your comet-repellent umbrella!), and make sure you wrap up warm for the freezing end of the Universe! Kids will emerge from this world with new-found knowledge about the nature of our Universe, and a thirst to learn and explore on their own. (STL367903) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 128pgs, FC SRP: $15.99
YELP YETI CHAOS IN KATHMANDU GN
(W) Sneha Pradhan (A) Promina Shrestha
10-year-old Dev and his pet cat Tuna discover a Yeti living amongst them in their home city of Kathmandu in Nepal. No one believes all the mess and chaos is created by a mythical beast, Dev and Tuna get the blame instead. Determined to prove his innocence, Dev turns to his kooky friend Joon for help of the spiritual kind. When this doesn't get results, Dev turns hunter and traps the Yeti, only to discover it is a harmless creature in need of his help. Dev and Tuna manage to communicate with the kind creature and agree to help him find a way home to the mountains. The only way to do this is to get him to Everest Base Camp via a flight from the most dangerous airport in the world and a very creative disguise. (STL367902) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 64pgs, FC SRP: $12.99