Annamarie Carlson

Jan 10, 2025 | slj.com | Annamarie Carlson

Gr 3-6–This graphic novel sequel begins with a quick recap to catch readers up on former enemies, now friends, Stan and Gene. After an accident with Gene’s enhanced stain remover, both boys have the power to tun invisible whenever they burp or sneeze. While their powers aren’t new, their ability to control those powers is unique to the sequel, leading to Stan wanting to use his now-controllable invisibility to save their town from crime and become a superhero.

Oct 21, 2024 | slj.com | Annamarie Carlson

. Dec. 2024. 256p. pap $11.99. ISBN 9781684649075. COPY ISBN Gr 4-6–Cooper is a talented young magician, ready to show off card tricks and other simple illusions at a moment’s notice. Cooper learned his skills from his dad, the Great Eduardo, who suddenly died a few weeks before the story begins. Struggling with grief, Cooper pushes away his friends, teachers, and mom.

Jul 26, 2024 | slj.com | Annamarie Carlson |Osamu Tezuka

Gr 4-6–Eleven-year-old Coco’s best and only friend Blair just moved out of state. How will Coco manage sixth grade? With a new technique she learned from her brother to help her face her fears, Coco joins the basketball team and discovers a new group of kids with similar interests. New teammates don’t automatically mean new friends though, especially when Coco is navigating crushes, a broken arm, anxiety, and team drama.

Jun 18, 2024 | slj.com | Annamarie Carlson |Magnolia Porter Siddell |Maddi Gonzalez |James Tynion IV

Gr 4-6–Readers are introduced to a group of friends who find joy in creating new things. In the first of two stories, Nadia and Priya—new students at Pangolin Secondary School—team up to make a video game about climate change. In the second story, Aquilah and Yong Qiang take center stage as they help the school librarian form a makerspace. Pantoja’s cheery art fits the mold of many school-centered graphic novels, with the addition of vibrant facial expressions reminiscent of manga artwork.