This iteration of TMNT continues in excellent fashion with a volume that focuses on the interpersonal relationships (and trauma) of the characters, while introducing some fabulous new mutants.

My review for this book will be forthcoming in LIBRARY JOURNAL.

Featuring one of the cutest illustrated dogs ever, MAYOR GOOD BOY'S surprising combination of appealing art, potty humor, and appeal to activism will make it a pleasure for middle-grade readers and more.

A beautiful illustrated graphic novel for anyone who loves doggos at any age, featuring some very relatable young characters.

The high energy artwork will draw the young and young-at-heart in and the lighthearted spy gags will keep them hooked.

Fans of BABYMOUSE and DOG MAN will likely delight in this crisply-illustrated, comical superhero tale.

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With the compelling "City Fall" story arc and the wildly entertaining introduction of two fan-favorite characters, this series shows potential to get even better.

It‘s surprisingly judgmental for a true crime book, but this anthology of mostly interesting cases throughout Greater Cleveland‘s history is still worth a glance.

It‘s a bit murky at times, but ultimately this an exciting and emotional conclusion to King‘s magnum opus.

The art is crisp, the conflict is corny, and it has all the ingredients those with a taste for sweet romance could want.

This modern retelling continues to add rich, new elements to the TMNT mythos while not skimping on the action.

By introducing some new ideas into the mythology, this reimagining of the classic TMNT property is off to a strong start.

This is sweet tale about judgement, courage, and reevaluation of one's life and beliefs, even if the plot does meander just a bit.

Unlike any survival horror you'll ever read, but worthy of inclusion as the best of the sub-genre, this merciless tale of bodies, burdens, and belonging is a must-read.

By shifting the focus to multiple lead characters, this series finale takes the story a welcomely unexpected conclusion, while keeping the death count just as high.

It doesn't condescend by spoon-feeding Japanese folklore, and it waltzes between whimsy and tension; overall, this is a simple and eerie ghost story.

It‘s not one of Dickens‘s best, but this is a simple and saccharine tale for the holidays.

A sweet and educational tale with a surprisingly emotional end, made even better with vibrant colors.

It's possibly the most heavy-handed of all the Narnia books, but the themes of religious hypocrisy in the earlier chapters are still relevant today.

It was retro three decades ago, and it‘s barely aged a day; a ghoulishly good time when paired with its film counterpart.

One of the darkest Spider-Man stories ever told, this tale lives up to its reputation thanks to writing and artwork that is dismal, dirty, but discerning.

With a life nearly as gonzo and bonkers as his movies, Charles Band manages to entertain, charm, and even manipulate the reader with insight into his weird world.

SCOOBY APOCALYPSE ends on a fizzle, but a comic doesn‘t make it to this many volumes if it‘s boring; this has been a fun, gory adventure.

Thanks to Mark Waid's writing and Javier Rodriguez's brilliant artwork, this very simple premise becomes a comic that is encyclopedic, entertaining, and beautiful.

It won‘t fail on all the malicious, gory, splatter-punk violence, or pitch black humor, but it might disappoint if you‘re looking for a single, cohesive story.

Ottens's librarian experiences will be familiar to those in the profession and may be at least an interesting glimpse to those who are not; either way this is a quick read with warmth.

A blast of fun, nostalgia, and information, this book is a must-read for any Full Moon fan or all-around cinephile.

Boosted by stunning artwork, this seemingly simple story gives us Wonder Woman at her finest; compassionate, earnest, and torn between two worlds.

An invaluable resource for anyone researching movie novelizations, Larson has written a bibliography with lots of utility despite its age.

The final collection of Rucka‘s original Wonder Woman run is sadly bogged down in chunks of event crossovers, but Rucka‘s writing shines through as best it can.

Though it has moments of emotional beauty, ultimately Imaginary Friend reads as an envious and highly inferior clone of Stephen King‘s It.

Tom King once again brings emotional weight equal to the brutality and giving the fans a glimpse of what a pleasure a happy Batman could be to read.

Funny, charming, and an overall delight, this Victorian-set comedy of errors is a devilishly good time.

The dialogue is so dated you‘ll slap your forehead, but the ideas are there and, when they manage to come through, are full of heart.

The shark isn't as mystified as in the film and there is a greater focus on domestic drama between the characters, but Jaws the book still holds up as a perfectly thrilling summer read.

It's probably even more problematic than the other Narnia books, but The Horse and His Boy is still a fun little romp for young and old.

Shame on DC for not continuing the Deluxe Editions, but King's writing, particular Bruce's confrontation with his dimensionally-displaced father, make the packaging irrelevant.

It suffers from the typical flaws as any domestic thriller, but the "make it gay" gimmick may make it feel like something new to typical domestic thriller readers, including the the bathhouse shaming.

Some of the plot elements feel a bit thin, even for high concept fantasy, but the continued character growth easily outweighs the flaws.

With insight and utility, particularly the chapters on nonfiction, cataloging, and graphic medicine, this is a valuable resource for academic libraries.

A rare second sequel that feels even fresher than the prior, Pocket‘s continuing adventures through the Bard‘s world is a fond pageant you must see.

With gore galore, a cinematic sensibility, and some biting social commentary, this YA horror novel has intergenerational appeal.

It focuses much on Peter‘s trauma without the familiar offset of humor, but this off-beat, standalone, Spidey story still has lots of heart.

With a literary quality that astonishingly complements its myriad pop culture references, this slasher-obsessed piece will have you stupefied until its frantic conclusion.

The writing and the art seem nearly ready to buckle as the series goes on, but this entry is salvaged by some emotional surprises.

A deftly-paced tale with an excellent supporting cast, this novel about power and free-will manages to surpass its already solid premise.

A read-alike for “Lovecraft Country,” “The Ruins,” and more, “Mexican Gothic” still stands alone with a compelling main character worth rooting for and villains and a setting that will make you shudder.

With astute commentary about truth and the “satanic panic” from the ‘80s, this thriller invites the reader to enjoy the ride from intriguing beginning to the stinger of an ending.

If you‘re not woke by the plot, you‘ll be adrenalized by the action; regardless, RING SHOUT is monstrously fun.