Leon the Extraordinary by Jamar Nicholas

Belonging on library shelves, this book will leave readers wanting more from Leon and his crew. The range of diverse characters and relatable situations, such as bullying, jealousy, and personal growth, will provide readers with recognizable characters and feelings. ' - Booklist 'Nicholas crafts a heartfelt story highlighting the power of doing the right thing and the strength of mothers. The various body types and skin tones represented in the artwork underscore the narrative that anyone can be a hero. Supersize panels with bold coloring truly make the stylized character designs pop and the action sequences come to life with plenty of classic superhero action. ' - Book Riot 'It's a refreshing change of pace to have a kid hero who's Black at the center of the story. ' - Kirkus Reviews 'Jamar Nicholas delivers an engaging story about finding your own power. A solid, action-filled comedy with a crucial message. The World, 'Nicholas's innovative tale, brimming with fully fleshed out characters and bombastic battle sequences, is one to revisit again and again.' - Publishers Weekly, starred review 'This is a silly and fun-filled story with a heartwarming throughline about not needing special abilities to have an impact on one's community. ' - Kirkus Reviews Praise for Fist Stick Knife Gun, illustrated by Jamar Nicholas: 'This is exactly the sort of broadly appealing and gripping nonfiction graphic novel that librarians need to be adding to their shelves.' - Publishers Weekly 'Jamar Nicholas is a master of his craft - his drawings are full of life and truly stunning.' - Bryan Lee O'Malley, creator of Scott Pilgrim vs. Praise for Fist Stick Knife Gun, illustrated by Jamar Nicholas: 'This is exactly the sort of broadly appealing and gripping nonfiction graphic novel that librarians need to be adding to their shelves.' - Publishers Weekly 'Jamar Nicholas is a master of his craft - his drawings are full of life and truly stunning.' - Bryan Lee O'Malley, creator of Scott Pilgrim vs.

Leon the Extraordinary by Jamar Nicholas