Victoria Jamieson

Do you ever wonder what it's like to try something completely new and super exciting? Meet Astrid, who's always done everything with her best friend, Nicole. But this summer, things are a little different! Astrid discovers the awesome world of roller derby, where skaters zip around a track, and she decides to try out derby camp. Nicole, though, chooses to go to dance camp instead. Suddenly, Astrid finds herself learning amazing new skills, making new friends, and getting ready for her very first roller derby bout. It's not always easy – there are bumps and bruises, and sometimes she misses Nicole. But as Astrid practices her moves and faces challenges, she starts to realize how strong and brave she truly is. This wonderful graphic novel shows you that trying new things, even when it feels a little scary, can lead to incredible adventures and help you discover who you're meant to be!

Getting sent to the principal's office is usually a nightmare, but what if it was actually the start of an amazing adventure? Prepare to laugh until your stomach hurts with this wildly funny collection of short comic stories all about the most dreaded word in school: detention. You might think sitting in a quiet room is boring, but these incredible graphic novel creators prove otherwise. You will encounter disrespectful Greek gods, terrifying antimatter ooze, bioengineered rats running wild, and even a school hallway filled with stampeding bulls. Each story takes a normal, frustrating school experience and turns it into something completely ridiculous and exciting. This hilarious anthology brings together some of the best graphic novelists to show you that even the worst parts of the school day can be filled with action and surprises. You will fly through these fast paced, highly imaginative tales, discovering that a little bit of trouble can sometimes lead to a whole lot of fun.