(3) 4-6 Quirk's Quest series. Illustrated by Deborah Lang. Captain Quirk and crew (Into the Outlands) continue on their Odyssey-like journey into remote corners of fantasyland Crutonia; here they run afoul of danger with the Lost Tribe of Keldorra, who reveals the origin story of their old nemesis Hukka. This graphic novel's complex high-fantasy plot is lightened by adorable cartoony-looking characters that recall Jim Henson's goggly-eyed Muppets.

Reviewer: Jessica Bushore

(3) 4-6 Quirk's Quest series. Illustrated by Deborah Lang. Dimwitted Captain Quirk and his hapless crew begin their exploration of Crutonia's uncharted territory: the Outlands. They lose their ship to giants, encounter a mysterious sorceress, and receive assistance from cuddly critters called Yoons. There is plenty to savor within the colorful comic panels; the open ending foretells more tales in this imaginative world. A handy character list helps identify the many Muppet-looking creatures.

Reviewer: Lauren Causey