Andrew's just trying to get through school photo day with one aim: a photo of him which his mum will like. But today of all days, the world seems out to get him. There's a bully, the science experiment gone wrong, scary news about his grandmother, and someone else's juice snot (don't ask). Andrew struggles with anxiety, and the little kernel of worry in his stomach is getting hotter and hotter . . . Can he make it through the day without popping?A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud-funny...

Top Shelf is proud to announce that Rob Harrell, creator of the comic strip Big Top, has brought his first graphic novel series, Monster on the Hill, to Top Shelf. Set in an alternate late 1800's England, its a tale of quiet little townships who just so happen to be quite proud of the monsters that terrorize them…. Well, except for this one little town where the monster isnt quite up to snuff.Readers of all ages are sure to enjoy this tale about life's challenges, the power of friendship, ...

Superswines, assemble!A laugh-out-loud graphic novel series from a Carnegie-shortlisted author, perfect for fans of Dog Man, Bunny vs Monkey and Investigators!"I love Batpig. It's oinking brilliant!" Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs MonkeyGary Yorkshire and his friends, Carl the fish and Brooklyn the bat, are facing what might be their piggest mission yet: magical sharks –...

A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud-funny story about letting go of control and accepting help, interspersed with Rob Harrell's amazing spot art and comic panels that depict the real, difficult feelings of anxiety and OCD, as well as real tips for coping.Andrew's just trying to get through school photo day with one aim: a photo of him which his mum will like. But today of all days, the world seems out to get him.There's a bully, the science experiment gone wrong...

"Harrell's work combines pop culture, innocence, friendship, and some of the seamier side of the circus background that only adults can appreciate."Come one! Come all . . . to the exciting world of Big Top! Rob Harrell's three-ring comic strip has already packed the house with fans eager for his hilarious take on the circus and those who bring it to life.The circus and its colorful cast—led by 10-year-old Pete and his happily reformed performing bear, Wink—are a pe...

With great porker comes great responsibility.A laugh-out-loud graphic novel series from a Carnegie-shortlisted author, perfect for fans of Dog Man, Bunny vs Monkey and Investigators!"I love Batpig. It's oinking brilliant!" Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs MonkeyGary Yorkshire is finally getting into the swing of this whole superhero thing – saving the world from terrible v...

Fractured fairy tales meet modern day middle school in book two of this hilarious series that’s perfect for fans of Shrek and Dork Diaries.Even after rescuing the king from deadly Snuffweasels, Zarf is scum on the bottom rung of the middle school social ladder. After all, he is still a troll. But at least he still has his two best friends, Kevin and Chester . . . until Kevin disappears, that is. Now Zarf is at an all-time low. It seems a band of wolves are seeking ...

Some pigs are born great, other pigs have greatness thrust upon them.A laugh-out-loud graphic novel series from a Carnegie-shortlisted author, perfect for fans of Dog Man, Bunny vs Monkey and Investigators!"I love Batpig. It's oinking brilliant!" Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs MonkeyBATPIG follows the amazing, porktastic adventures of Gary Yorkshire – an entirel...

Ross Molloy just wants to be normal. He doesn't want to lose his hair, or wear a weird hat, or deal with the disappearing friends who don't know what to say to 'the cancer kid'. But with his recent diagnosis of a rare eye cancer, simply blending in is no longer an option. Ross - and his friends and his family - all need to work out how to deal with this devastating challenge that Life has thrown down. Maybe Batpig can come to the rescue?Based on Rob Harrell's own real life experien...

Land of Stories meets Dork Diaries in the third book of the hilarious fractured fairy tale series about an unpopular troll and his underdog palsAs a troll, Zarf is already at the bottom of the food chain when it comes to popularity at Cotswin Middle School. So when his Gramps shows up at career day, Zarf is sure his cool factor will hit an all-time low. What he doesn’t expect is for the super-obnoxious Prince Roquefort to take an interest in Gramp...

Shrek meets Dork Diaries in this epically funny tale of a troll trying to figure out how to be more popularIt’s not easy being Zarf. As a troll, he's stuck at the bottom of the middle school hierarchy, way below the prince and knights (populars), ogres and giants (jocks), and even the lowly minstrels (band geeks). Plus, trolls aren't exactly known for their brain power or cool demeanor. But it gets worse. When the king disappears and Zarf's archenemy, the prince, a...

Get Goosebumps with the startling repackage of a best selling classic. Now with bonus materials! Two pink flamingos. A whole family of plaster skunks. Joe Burton's dad loves those tacky lawn ornaments. But then he brings home two ugly lawn gnomes. And that's when the trouble starts. Late at night, When everyone's asleep. Someone's creeping in the garden. Whispering nasty things. Smashing melons. Squashing tomatoes. No way two dumb old lawn ornaments could be causing all the trouble? Is the...