|
Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Short stories & other fiction > Comic strip fiction / graphic novels
At the end of the second century, the lands of ancient China are
thrown into turmoil when the Han Dynasty collapses, a tyrant
overthrows the weak emperor, and a group of regional warlords forms
an army to restore the nation. But bravery and valour are soon
stifled by ambition and cunning, and the coalition dissolves before
the battle is even won. Now, a new group of heroes must emerge if
China is to survive!
Awesome Pokemon adventures inspired by the best-selling Pokemon X
and Pokemon Y video games! X was a Pokemon Trainer child prodigy.
He hated being in the spotlight, so he took to hiding in his room
and avoiding everyone-including his best friend Y. But now a
surprise attack has brought X out of hiding! In Kalos, X prepares
for a rematch against Blue, a senior Pokedex holder. Meanwhile, the
scheming Lysandre and Team Flare are up to no good at the
mysterious Pokemon Village. Plus, a Mega Evolution occurs, the
powerful Sundial is uncovered, and the Order Pokemon appears. What
other new dangers await X, Y, and their friends?
One of the most iconic characters in children's books Herge's
classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic
characters in children's books. These highly collectible editions
of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new.
Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical
adventures. The world's most famous travelling reporter flies out
to Khemed to investigate a case of arms smuggling and the
involvement of an old friend. There's a rebellion in Khemed and the
Emir's life is in danger! He has entrusted his mischievous son to
Captain Haddock's care, but when an old friend of Tintin's is
caught smuggling arms to the Khemed rebels, they must jump straight
on a plane to find out what on earth is going on ... Join the most
iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary
adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling
mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK
and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg
and Peter Jackson in 2011. The Adventures of Tintin continue to
charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into
publication. Since then more than 230 million copies have been
sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain
children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early
20th. Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the
course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of
Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest,
if not the greatest, comics series of all time. Have you collected
all the graphic novel adventures? Tintin in the Land of the Soviets
Tintin in America Tintin: Cigars of the Pharaoh Tintin: The Blue
Lotus Tintin: The Broken Ear Tintin: The Black Island Tintin: King
Ottakar's Sceptre Tintin: The Crab with the Golden Claws Tintin:
The Shooting Star Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn Tintin: Red
Rackham's Treasure Tintin: The Seven Crystal Balls Tintin:
Prisoners of the Sun Tintin: Land of Black Gold Tintin: Destination
Moon Tintin: Explorers of the Moon Tintin: The Calculus Affair
Tintin: The Red Sea Sharks Tintin in Tibet Tintin: The Castafiore
Emerald Tintin: Flight 714 to Sydney The Adventures of Tintin and
the Picaros Tintin and Alph-Art
An original middle-grade graphic novel starring breakout character
(and New Jersey's own) Ms Marvel! Kamala Khan (a.k.a Ms Marvel) is
stretched too thin - literally. She's having a hard time balancing
schoolwork with being a good friend, being there for her family,
becoming the best fanfic writer this side of the Hudson River ...
and, you know, becoming a Super Hero. She's tired and just barely
keeping control, BUT she's handling it. Totally. But when a
mysterious robot tries to infiltrate Avengers Tower, it'll be up to
Ms Marvel to (again, literally) pull herself together, learn to ask
for help and fix the mess she's made before anyone gets hurt!
Kamala Khan is Marvel's first Muslim character to star in her own
comic series Perfect for old and new Marvel fans Illustrated by the
talented Nabi Ali.
Julius Caesar wend hom tot sielkundige oorlogvoering ... Ignasius
Vullus, die Romeinse agent, maak moeilikheid en onder die Galliers
en probeer hulle beinvloed om mekaar van verraad te verdink. Het
Asterix regtig die geheim van die towerdrankie aan die Romeine
verkoop? Sal Asterix, Obelix en Kasterolix die glibberige Ignasius
Vullus kan uitoorle en vrede in die dorpie herstel? Asterix en die
groot moles is die 15de boek in die gewilde Asterix-reeks.
|
Fast-Pitch Feud
(Paperback)
Lelo Alves; Cover design or artwork by Bere Muniz; Jake Maddox
|
R211
Discovery Miles 2 110
|
Ships in 12 - 17 working days
|
|
When they were younger, Anya and her big sister, Marina, were an
unbeatable catcher and pitcher duo on their slow-pitch softball
team. But now, as Anya gets ready to join Marina on the U14
fast-pitch squad, things are different. Anya can't stand her
sister's know-it-all attitude and ignores every piece of advice.
Meanwhile, Marina is frustrated because Anya doesn't seem to be
taking the game seriously. Will the two sisters be able to put
aside their fast-pitch feud and work together for the win?
Shuna, the prince of a poor land, watches in despair as his people
work themselves to death harvesting the little grain that grows
there. And so, when a traveler presents him with a sample of seeds
from a mysterious western land, he sets out to find the source of
the golden grain, dreaming of a better life for his subjects. It is
not long before he meets a proud girl named Thea. After freeing her
from captivity, he is pursued by her enemies, and while Thea
escapes north, Shuna continues toward the west, finally reaching
the Land of the God-Folk. Will Shuna ever see Thea again? And will
he make it back home from his quest for the golden grain?
One of the most iconic characters in children's books Herge's
classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic
characters in children's books. These highly collectible editions
of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new.
Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical
adventures. The world's most famous travelling reporter journeys to
South America on a mission to save Professor Calculus. When
Professor Calculus is kidnapped, Tintin and a desperate Captain
Haddock set off to Peru on a rescue mission, braving runaway train
carriages, yellow fever and avalanches. Then they must find an
ancient Inca tribe if they are to find their great friend. Join the
most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary
adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling
mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK
and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg
and Peter Jackson in 2011. The Adventures of Tintin continue to
charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into
publication. Since then more than 230 million copies have been
sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain
children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early
20th. Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the
course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of
Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest,
if not the greatest, comics series of all time. Have you collected
all the graphic novel adventures? Tintin in the Land of the Soviets
Tintin in America Tintin: Cigars of the Pharaoh Tintin: The Blue
Lotus Tintin: The Broken Ear Tintin: The Black Island Tintin: King
Ottakar's Sceptre Tintin: The Crab with the Golden Claws Tintin:
The Shooting Star Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn Tintin: Red
Rackham's Treasure Tintin: The Seven Crystal Balls Tintin:
Prisoners of the Sun Tintin: Land of Black Gold Tintin: Destination
Moon Tintin: Explorers of the Moon Tintin: The Calculus Affair
Tintin: The Red Sea Sharks Tintin in Tibet Tintin: The Castafiore
Emerald Tintin: Flight 714 to Sydney The Adventures of Tintin and
the Picaros Tintin and Alph-Art
The fifth book in the SUPER (like, actually, with powers and stuff)
new series for readers aged 7+ from the amazingly talented
illustrator and author Sophy Henn! Brimming with Sophy's hilarious
illustrations, this is the perfect read for fans of Dork Diaries,
Tom Gates, Amelia Fang, Wimpy Kid and Dog Man. BEING A SUPERHERO IS
THE BEST THING EVER, RIGHT? WRONG! Everyone's favourite
93/4-year-old reluctant superhero is back, and she's facing her
biggest challenge yet . . . EVERYONE (and EVERYTHING)! Will it all
prove too much? Will Pizazz manage to keep using her powers for
good? Or will this push her over the edge to . . . THE DARK SIDE?
Praise for Pizazz: "A SPECTACULAR superhero story that fizzes with
fun on every page!" - Liz Pichon, author of the bestselling TOM
GATES series. "Blocky comic-style panels, a fire-farting granddad
and a conservationist message make for accessible, quirky reading"
- The Guardian, Children's Book of the Month "Sophy Henn's funny
new series [...] a witty and original reminder that superheroes are
human too" - The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week "Sophy
Henn's lively, energetic story should be a hit with anyone who
finds it hard to fit in" - Financial Times "Full-page
illustrations, comic-strip sequences, quirky typography and
dramatic chapter openers ensure this book will appeal to more
reluctant readers" - The i "Perfect for fans of her previous series
Bad Nana, with the same level of illustration and zany text
throughout" - Booktrust Hilariously narrated by reluctant superhero
Pizazz, and brimming with Sophy Henn's distinctive illustrations
and comic-book strips, this is the fifth book in the laugh-out-loud
PIZAZZ series! Look out for more Pizazz adventures: Pizazz, Pizazz
Vs The New Kid, Pizazz Vs Perfecto and Pizazz Vs The Demons!
Hergé’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.
The world’s most famous travelling reporter heads for Russia. Accompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow’s secret police . .
The Adventures of Tintin are among the best books for readers aged 8 and up.
Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.
|
|