Graphic novels appeal will make these a popular pick for self-selected reading; Excellent choice for hi-lo or reluctant readers; Information on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists and visual discussion questions will critically engage readers; Empowering retellings of classic fairy tales put girls in charge of their own fate
Since 1986, Martin Powell has been a freelance writer. He has written hundreds of stories, many of which have been published by Disney, Marvel, Tekno comix, Moonstone Books, and others. In 1989, Powell received an Eisner Award nomination for his graphic novel Scarlet in Gaslight. This award is one of the highest comic book honors. Omar Lozano is an artist who have been working in most aspects of the entertaining industry, from comics, children books, to ads and movies. Although he studied business he has always been into art as passion and then as profession.
These graphic novels are designed very well for newer or struggling
readers. The action-packed plots and the brevity of the stories (33
pages) are perfect for this group. . . . The scaffolding provided
by the original fairy tales lets the reader know the basic story
arcs and objectives...but the changes in characters’ physical
features, adjustments to some plot points, and modernized dialogue
all heighten interest for elementary-aged readers. . . .readers who
like quick reads and are intimidated by longer books and unfamiliar
vocabulary will love them. Fans of Art Baltazar’s Tiny Titans books
who are willing to move outside the superhero realm should try the
Far Out Fairy Tales series.
*No Flying, No Tights*
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