Graphic Novels

Graphic novels are a superb way to encourage a child’s love for reading. These approachable stories differ from standard novels in that they combine imaginative text with vivid action-packed images, so children can enjoy reading while taking in visuals to help them better comprehend the narrative. Because they’re less intimidating than a page full of text, kids can easily dive into a story with confidence. Here at Laburnum we stock a wide range of Graphic Novels for primary and secondary aged children, all available at half price!

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The Brothers: Graphic Folktale

In this Hmong folktale, two brothers venture into a remote jungle, hunting food for their hungry family. But the jungle is full of dangerous wild animals. The older brother vows to keep his younger brother safe... or die trying. With clever text and ...

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Rainbow Volume 1

Teenager Boo Meadows has pink hair and a very vivid imagination – she has trouble separating from the real world. In her daydreams, she dances beautifully at balls or fights monsters as a magical girl. In reality, she has a complicated home ...

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Welcome To Pandorient

When Nola turns eight, her father gives her a wonderful present: a music box that belonged to her late mother. As the young girl studies her new gift, she is shocked to find someone living inside it! That’s when Nola shrinks down and enters the ...

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In Search Of The Past

When she gets home from school, Nola senses a strange presence. What's happening? Has someone from Pandorient crossed into her Hexaworld? With help from Igor and Andrea, the mysterious trespasser is unmasked. What a reckless breach! Anton and ...

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Cyprian’s Secret

Having recently discovered the world of Pandorient, Nola can't resist the temptation to go back. When she does, she finds the streets packed for a grand celebration, and it's not easy for Nola to blend in. Luckily, Anton the great Merlinian is there ...

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The Silken Eagle Feathers

As Nola is about to leave Pandorient to enjoy a well-deserved rest in her own world, she is terrified to discover that the door back to the Hexaworld is locked! Has the music box's key fallen out of its lock? Has someone stolen it? Either way, Nola, ...

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The Mysterious Disappearance

After Siloé and her half-brothers unexpectedly entered the Hexaworld, Nola learned a lot about her mother and the history of Pandorient. But the unanswered questions multiply when she discovers a strange key at home. What could it possibly open? To ...

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The Trojan Horse

The Greek goddesses can be competitive--especially when it comes to being "the fairest." When Aphrodite, the goddess of love, wins the title, it kicks off a ten-year battle between the Greeks and the Trojans. Find out who comes out on top--and how ...

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The Twelve Labours Of Hercules

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Pandora’s Box

No one holds a grudge like Zeus, king of the gods. So when Prometheus steals fire to give to humans, Zeus is determined to get revenge. He sends Pandora--the first mortal woman--to Earth with a box labeled DO NOT OPEN. Can Pandora keep her curiosity ...

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Persephone And The Underworld

Hades, king of the Underworld, has his eyes on a potential bride--Persephone. When he forces her to live with him, Persephone's mother, the goddess of nature, is not happy. Soon, Earth falls into ruin. In order to set things right, the Greek gods and...

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Boitata The Fire Snake

When the weather changes suddenly, the animals in a jungle find shelter in the mountains. When they return to the forest, one snake has changed forever. And it’s good thing he does. With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, books in ...

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Ting And The Deadly Waters

After a summer of nine typhoons in 1931, the dams on the Yangtze River in China broke, completely flooding nearby towns and farms. Twelve-year-old Ting wakes up to a house full of water and her parents nowhere to be found. It's up to her to lead her ...

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Kate And The City Of Fire

Country girl Kate is excited about her first time visiting London, a trip to sell apples with her grandfather and little sister Lizzie in early September, 1666. But the excitement soon gives way to fear as a fire quickly spreads through the city. ...

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Paulina And The Disaster At Pompeii

Twelve-year-old Paulina is delivering bread to her new friend Fabia's home when the air begins to fill with smoke and ash. Mount Vesuvius is erupting! Fabia's father leaves to help fellow Pompeii residents evacuate, telling the girls to make their ...

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Riley Reynolds Glitterfies The Gala

Mama is throwing a fundraiser gala at the library branch where she works. Nonbinary fourth grader Riley is there, with streamers to hang from every bookshelf, bannister, and door. Riley glitterfies the entire library! But will anyone come? And if ...

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Riley Reynolds Crushes Fancy Dress Friday

It’s book week at school, and non-binary Riley and their best friends craft hard for Dress Like Your Favourite Character Fancy Dress Friday. Colourful fabric! Paint! Glitter! They are ready to make the biggest and best group costume ever! But most ...

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Riley Reynolds Rocks The Park

Non-binary pupil Riley and their friends explore one of their favourite parks, but it isn’t as much fun as they remember. There isn’t any fancy new equipment or food trucks or a football pitch. But this small park has something other parks ...

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Riley Reynolds Slays The Play

It's one hour until the curtain goes up, and nonbinary fourth-grader Riley and their classmates just had a disastrous dress rehearsal. How can they fix everything in time? Riley and their classmates find out that there are many ways to solve a ...

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The Lousy Lay Up: A Basketball Graphic Novel

When Candace joins her new team, she finds everyone has mastered a move that she’s never tried - the layup! Her first attempt is a disaster, and now she’s embarrassed. Will Candace be stuck making lousy layups, or will she learn it’s okay to ...

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Dribble Trip Up: A Basketball Graphic Novel

Miguel is great at shooting. But he’s not so great when it comes to dribbling. He can’t take his eyes off the ball because he’s afraid he’ll lose it. Or worse, that he’ll trip up! With practice, can Miguel master his fear and the skill? ...

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Pass It, Please! A Basketball Graphic Novel

The Ballers have had fun in practice. But during their first game, something strange happens. Kevin won't pass the ball. He's turned into a ball hog! With help from his teammates, can Kevin learn how to share the ball? Told through accessible text ...

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Full-Court Drama: A Basketball Graphic Novel

Aiden wants to win! So when new player Chloe joins the team, he’s frustrated that she isn’t perfect at every pass, shot and skill. Will Aiden’s fixation on winning lead to full-court drama, or can he remember what it means to be a supportive ...

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American Football In The Family

Alejandro is a new high school American football quarterback with big shoes to fill - his brother's. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with ...

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Sixth Man Surprise

Devante Briggs has gone from being an athletic trainer to being the sixth man off the bench for his school basketball team! How in the world did this happen? And will his free throw struggles cost him and his team a victory when they need it the ...

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