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  “As close as a kid can get to the full superhero experience without going to the cinema” - The Times Children's Book of the Week Suit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat! Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets – he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers of their own! So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager pets – a dog, a hamster, and a chameleon – all decide to audition for the part and a chance for one-on-one time with the Captain. But while each pet is focused on winning the coveted sidekick spot, an even bigger battle in Metro City is about to unleash... Dr. Havoc, Captain Amazing's long-time nemesis, is hatching up a new scheme, and the Captain's found himself in serious trouble. Can the warring pets put their squabbles aside to save the day? Will the return of a forgotten friend help them in their time of need? Or will this be the end for Captain Amazing? Get ready for sibling rivalry royale as pets with superpowers duke it out for the one thing they all want most: a super family. A hilarious, action-packed adventure in a full colour graphic novel Perfect for fans of The Incredibles and Dog Man From the New York Times bestselling author, Dan Santat

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"""Hilarious and heartfelt... a charming and well-told tale about friendship."" -- Kazu Kibuishi, creator of Amulet ""The lovable menagerie of crime-fighting pets offers lots of laughs and a boisterous and exuberant storyline; Santat's illustrations are clear, engaging, and neatly stacked into easy-to-read panels."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""Lively, insightful, and just plain fun, this convergence of capes and creatures will find a wide audience in animal lovers and superhero fans alike."" -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books ""A superhero story that is skillfully plotted and artfully executed at every turn. Sidekicks is a graphic novel that plays on classic comic storylines, yet manages to make them completely modern. A dangerously entertaining mix... Santat's vivid artwork will turn heads. Dramatic full-color illustrations splash across each page, the energy palpable. Wide-angle panels give off a cinematic vibe that kids will eat up."" -- School Library Journal"

""Hilarious and heartfelt... A charming and well-told tale about friendship."" -- Kazu Kibuishi, creator of Amulet ""The lovable menagerie of crime-fighting pets offers lots of laughs and a boisterous and exuberant storyline; Santat's illustrations are clear, engaging, and neatly stacked into easy-to-read panels."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""Lively, insightful, and just plain fun, this convergence of capes and creatures will find a wide audience in animal lovers and superhero fans alike."" -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books ""A superhero story that is skillfully plotted and artfully executed at every turn. Sidekicks is a graphic novel that plays on classic comic storylines, yet manages to make them completely modern. A dangerously entertaining mix... Santat's vivid artwork will turn heads. Dramatic full-color illustrations splash across each page, the energy palpable. Wide-angle panels give off a cinematic vibe that kids will eat up."" -- School Library Journal ""Well-crafted art balances the lighthearted and the rough-and-tumble and works equally well for the character moments and the epic battle at the end. Santat also cleverly uses the action to highlight the importance of smarts over simple brawn. Though not as emotionally intense, the combination of drama and superhero action compares favorably withThe Incredibles."" -- Booklist Praise for The Aquanaut: An American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children ★ ""Kinetic panel artwork impresses throughout, with smart pacing that swings between hilarity and suspense."" -- Publishers Weekly, starred review ""The art in this graphic tale is something special... Santat's vividly expressive visuals are, even more than usual, riveting."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""An endearing tale of love, loss, and the value of family -- biological and found."" -- School Library Journal ""Poignant and often funny, The Aquanaut is Santat's triumphant return to the graphic novel genre."" -- NPR ""A spirited and thrilling story."" -- Shelf Awareness ""A humorous and heartwarming tale."" -- BookPage

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Dan Santat is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, which won the prestigious Randolph Caldecott Medal in 2015. He is also the creator of the acclaimed graphic novel The Aquanaut, and his graphic memoir, A First Time for Everything, was the 2023 National Book Award Winner for Young People's Literature. His art is featured in numerous children's books, including Dav Pilkey's Ricky Ricotta series as well as picture books by Henry Winkler and Jake Gyllenhaal. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and pets. Visit him online at dansantatbooks.com.

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