October 2020 list by K. Pearson
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Brina the Cat Vol. 2: City Cat
by Giorgio Salati
On a vacation in the countryside, Brina got a taste of her innate feline freedom when she briefly escaped her owners and joined a band of wild cats who left (or were left by) their owners. Now, Brina and her human owners, Samuel and Margret return to life in the city. Brina must re-adapt to being a closed up indoor cat in an apartment and finding her own sense of freedom.
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Carmen Sandiego: The Chasing Paper Caper
by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego? Headed to the Mumbai, India for her next caper! It's up to Carmen and her crew to stop VILE from their evil exploits—but what is VILE after this time?
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The Dragon Prince Vol. 1: Through the Moon
by Peter Wartman
An original Dragon Prince adventure set between Seasons Three and Four of the hit animated series finds Rayla, Callum and Ezran summoned by an ancient ritual to a portal between life and death, where Rayla’s search to confirm Lord Viren’s death is complicated by unexpected dangers.
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Farm Crimes: Cracking the Case of the Missing Egg
by Sandra Dumais
A peaceful day on the farm turns to panic when Hen discovers her egg has been stolen! The only one who can crack the case? Billiam Van Hoof, the world’s number one goat detective (at least, that’s what he calls himself).
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Fox & Rabbit Vol. 2: Make Believe
by Gergely Dudás
Fox and Rabbit are the very best of friends. They do everything together. Good things like getting ice cream and not-so-good things like getting bad haircuts. But when they meet a new friend, Owl, Fox isn’t so sure if there’s enough friendship to go around. Soon, Fox learns that it’s easy to be friends with Rabbit and Owl.
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Glork Patrol Vol. 1: Glork Patrol on the Bad Planet
by James Kochalka
Who keeps the galaxy silly? The Glork Patrol! Join the Glorkian Warrior and Baby Gonk as they explore a new planet and make some new friends. But they'll have to watch out for the most dangerous creature in the universe: a Baby Quackaboodle!
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Hello Neighbor Vol. 1: The Secret of Bosco Bay
by Zac Gorman
Ever since her older brother disappeared, Jen has been searching for answers. The ruins of Bosco Bay, the theme park where he was last seen, are due to be demolished any day now, but Jen can't let go of the feeling that a clue to her brother's fate still remains there.
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Mr. Wolf's Class Vol. 4: Field Trip
by Aron Nels Steinke
Mr. Wolf's students are going on a field trip! Everyone gets to sleep in log cabins, come up with fun camp names, and journey through the great woods. They'll be learning about the oldest and largest trees in the forest, exploring an abandoned ghost town, and toasting s'mores over a campfire. On top of all that, there are kids from a different school to meet!
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My Pencil and Me
by Sara Varon
Sara loves to draw and tell stories, but sometimes it can be difficult to get started. What if she doesn't have any good ideas or her drawings turn out terrible?! Lucky for Sara, she has a friend who is always by her side―her pencil. With a little help from Pencil, Sara learns it's okay if her story isn't perfect, as long as she's using her imagination and having fun.
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Norma and Belly Vol. 1: Donut Feed the Squirrels
by Mika Song
Norma and Belly plan to start the day with some pancakes, but when Norma accidentally burns them, these two best friends set out to find a new treat. Chestnuts might be nice . . . but what is that delicious smell in the distance? A new food truck has parked near their tree, and these two squirrels are going to figure out how to get their hands on these "donuts" that it seems to be selling.
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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
by E. T. A. Hoffmann
Of all the gifts under the tree on Christmas Eve, only one captures Marie Stahlbaum’s heart: a humble nutcracker. He’s a curious little man, with kind eyes, sweet red cheeks, and a friendly appearance. And as midnight nears, he comes to life, revealing a fairy-tale world of magic and wonder, wicked princesses and fierce battles . . . and an ancient curse that can only be broken with the help of a true friend.
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Pepper & Boo a Cat Surprise!
by Charise Mericle Harper
In a whimsical story that shifts among different points of view, confused canines Pepper and Boo wonder what to make of a feline newcomer that sleeps in their beds, grooms almost constantly, eats mysterious foods and enjoys rather different activities.
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Puppy Problems: Peanut, Butter, and Crackers
by Paige Braddock
The Eisner-nominated creator of Jane’s World presents the graphic-novel story of a floppy-eared puppy whose unabashed energy completely upends the quiet world of an anxious rescue dog and a plump, snarky kitty.
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Séance Tea Party
by Reimena Yee
Dreading the idea of growing up to become an adult who can never have fun, play outdoors or use her imagination, young Lora reconnects with an imaginary friend who she discovers is a ghost in her house, before realizing that she cannot stay a child herself forever.
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Shark and Bot
by Brian Yanish
A graphic-novel series debut celebrating the power of diversity in friendship depicts unlikely best pals Shark and Bot, who overcome their sharp-toothed and saw-armed differences to support each other against bullies who will not share the playground.
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So You Want to Be a Ninja?
by Bruno Vincent
A latest entry in the popular series finds Kate, Eddie and Angus watching endless ninja competitions online before traveling back in time to 1789 Japan, where a grand master draws on classic manuals to teach them what is required to become a ninja.
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Twins Vol. 1
by Varian Johnson
Featuring graphic art by the illustrator of Edwidge Danticat’s My Mommy Medicine, a series debut by the Coretta Scott King Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance finds twins Maureen and Francine distinguishing themselves for the first time by pursing separate interests at the beginning of the sixth grade.
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