Ashley Spires

Binky’s blast-off into outer space (outside) to battle aliens (bugs) is delayed when he realizes he’s left something behind - and it’s not the anti-gravity kitty litter.

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Binky’s blast-off into outer space (outside) to battle aliens (bugs) is delayed when he realizes he’s left something behind - and it’s not the anti-gravity kitty litter.

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Binky is a space cat - at least in his own mind. He's really a house cat who has never left the family "space station." Unlike other house cats, Binky has a to blast off into outer space (outside), explore unknown places (the backyard) and battle aliens (bugs). Binky must undergo rigorous training so he can repel the alien attacks that threaten his humans. As he builds his spaceship, he must be extremely careful with his blueprints - the enemy is always watching. Soon Binky is ready to voyage into outer space. His humans go out there every day and he's sure they need a certified space cat to protect them. But just as he's about to blast off with his co-pilot, Ted (stuffed mousie), Binky realizes that he's left something very important behind ? and it's not the zero-gravity kitty litter. In the first book in the Binky Adventure series, graphic-novel readers will delight in watching where this lovable and quirky cat's imagination takes him.

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Stepping out of a movie theater can make you feel completely invincible, especially when you have just watched the greatest fantasy hero of all time. Tiny is completely inspired by the legendary Bob the Barbarian and decides he is ready to conquer the world. He might not have a shining metal helmet or a magical sword, but a pasta colander and a cardboard paper towel tube work just fine. With a trusty rug tied around his shoulders as a cape, Tiny bravely defends his house against invisible trolls, imaginary dragons, and even a giant plate of terrifying green broccoli. But when the sun goes down and bedtime arrives, Tiny comes face-to-face with an enemy he cannot easily smash: the dark. This charming, action-packed story celebrates the incredible power of a child's imagination. You will love watching this fierce little warrior flex his creative muscles and figure out a brave new way to conquer his nighttime fears.