Monster Friends

(A Graphic Novel)

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Hardcover
$12.99 US
6.8"W x 8.78"H x 1"D  
On sale Jun 22, 2021 | 272 Pages | 9781984896827
Preschool - 3
Reading Level: Lexile GN450L | Fountas & Pinnell N
Two friends: one big, one little. One old, one young. One grumpy, one cheerful. Both: MONSTERS! From the author of Crabapple Trouble comes a sweet and fun-filled chapter-book graphic novel, with a charming cast of adorable monsters.

Reggie's plan is to spend the whole summer brooding over his latest adventure gone wrong. But his friendly and curious neighbor, Emily, won't let him sit alone and unhappy in his house forever! Despite their differences, these two monsters make the perfect pair of explorers. And with a map to make, a beach party to plan, and a sea monster to find, Reggie will have to learn to talk about his feelings and let new friends in!

With bright, gorgeous art by Kaeti Vandorn, Monster Friends features the cutest, fuzziest monsters you've ever seen.
Kaeti Vandorn is a children's illustrator and comic artist who likes friendly monsters and playing with color. Kaeti's first two graphic novels Crabapple Trouble and Monster Friends were both bestsellers. She also enjoys fantasy adventure stories, and her weekly webcomic Smol Frens keeps her busy! View titles by Kaeti Vandorn
A winning tale of an unlikely friendship that will appeal to imaginative kids who love to daydream about adventures.” —School Library Journal, starred review
 
“This appealing, candy-colored treat offers a winning friendship and gentle encouragement.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
 
“A sweetly encouraging look at the way friendship can mend heart and soul.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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Two friends: one big, one little. One old, one young. One grumpy, one cheerful. Both: MONSTERS! From the author of Crabapple Trouble comes a sweet and fun-filled chapter-book graphic novel, with a charming cast of adorable monsters.

Reggie's plan is to spend the whole summer brooding over his latest adventure gone wrong. But his friendly and curious neighbor, Emily, won't let him sit alone and unhappy in his house forever! Despite their differences, these two monsters make the perfect pair of explorers. And with a map to make, a beach party to plan, and a sea monster to find, Reggie will have to learn to talk about his feelings and let new friends in!

With bright, gorgeous art by Kaeti Vandorn, Monster Friends features the cutest, fuzziest monsters you've ever seen.

Author

Kaeti Vandorn is a children's illustrator and comic artist who likes friendly monsters and playing with color. Kaeti's first two graphic novels Crabapple Trouble and Monster Friends were both bestsellers. She also enjoys fantasy adventure stories, and her weekly webcomic Smol Frens keeps her busy! View titles by Kaeti Vandorn

Praise

A winning tale of an unlikely friendship that will appeal to imaginative kids who love to daydream about adventures.” —School Library Journal, starred review
 
“This appealing, candy-colored treat offers a winning friendship and gentle encouragement.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
 
“A sweetly encouraging look at the way friendship can mend heart and soul.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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