The Adventures of Invisible Boy: Zeroes to Heroes - by Doogie Horner

About the Book

Book Synopsis

"Can't be missed!" --Max Brallier, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Last Kids on Earth

Being invisible comes with great responsibility . . . and great fun!

Stanley and Gene have joined forces and finally figured out how to control their invisibility. It's obvious to Stanley what the duo should do with this newfound control--fight crime of course! Gene, on the other hand, is not so sure. When the only crime around is stealing a pen from the bank, fighting it isn't all that exciting.

But when a new pair of villains rob Stanley's family store, things get personal. Can Stanley and Gene track down the thieves and recover the stolen goods before his family is forced to sell their home? And who is the mysterious supervillain boss instigating all of this trouble?

These enemies-turned-partners will have to use all their powers and creative problem-solving to face these foes.

Review Quotes

"Hilarious, hectic, and gleefully unpredictable . . . The cartoon action is frenzied
and fun, right till the last absurd, clever turn." --Kirkus Reviews on Zeroes to Heroes

Praise for The Adventures of Invisible Boy
An ALA Excellence in Children's Science Fiction Notable book
A Junior Library Guild selection
A Read with Jenna Junior Summer 2024 Pick
The Week Junior Favorite Graphic Novel of the Year

★ "[Horner's] unique humor throughout the text provides genuine laughs and unexpected character reactions. . . Horner pulls back for moments of serenity, as the two protagonists struggle with making friends and finding their place, which further adds to the charm and authenticity of a story that could easily have become cliché. His artistic style feels reminiscent of Calvin and Hobbes, giving a simple and timeless feel to the book while simultaneously adding to the ridiculousness of the situations and the superhero action. A surprise hit." -Booklist (starred review)

"Packed with witty humor and thrilling adventure, this graphic novel will draw fans of 'Captain Underpants' and belongs on middle grade library shelves. . . Horner skillfully delves into deep themes such as parental expectations, social acceptance, and self-worth in a manner that will resonate with middle graders. The exciting build-up to the epic climax of the story will keep readers wanting more and eager for the promised follow-up." -School Library Journal

"Horner channels vintage Cartoon Network-esque tomfoolery in this hilarious graphic novel romp . . . [The] illustrations are inviting, and the plot is replete with clever gags stuffed into every panel . . . An easy-going, fun-to-read treat that juxtaposes belly laughs with thoughtful explorations of anxiety." --Publishers Weekly

"Raucous . . . Action-packed artwork feels reminiscent of comic strips or animated shows . . . A fun-filled adventure that celebrates the true superpowers of the middle-grade imagination: chaos and creativity." --Kirkus Reviews

"On the first day of school, a new kid and an evil genius are about to collide. Our hero may be invisible--but The Adventures of Invisible Boy can't be missed!" --Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on Earth

"Doogie Horner is truly a mad scientist of comics, and he's created an endlessly delightful madcap adventure of mayhem and mischief in this book!" --Chad Sell, author of The Cardboard Kingdom

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