New Releases by Scott Christian Sava

From the internet’s “art dad”: an encouraging and inspiring guide for artists of all levels to embrace failure, overcome self-doubt, and rediscover the joy of creating art. Is there such a thing as cheating in art? No. Am I too old to start making art? Of course not. Will I ever like my art? Yes. Eventually. But not always (it’s complicated). Can my art ever get better? Yes. But with practice (and a lot of patience). If I become an artist, will I be rich? What? No. Who’s asking these questions??? With the inviting nature of Bob Ross and the kindness and empathy of Mister Rogers, Scott Christian Sava has become the internet’s “art dad” to over four million artists (young and old) around the world. But this is not a book about how to hold a pencil. Or how to draw a superhero. Or how to break into the art world (although we do talk about that a little). It’s about how we can enjoy the process of making art and let go of perfection and self-doubt and the fear of failure by learning to be okay with where we are on our own individual artistic journey. That art is all about experimentation, failing, and trying again. Becoming an Artist is part encouragement, part storytelling, part sketchbook. Filled with art, stories, silly tangents, hard-won wisdom, and over 50 black-and-white watercolor illustrations, all created during a very hectic week in New York City. Whether you’re a total beginner, a burned-out pro, or someone who hasn’t made art since middle school, this book is your permission slip to just make stuff. To be weird. To be imperfect. To be human.

Join everyone''s favorite four-legged hero, Stubby, on an all-new adventure, with the assistance of a couple dim-witted pooches and a house cat with some serious attitude

It was supposed to an exciting, yet normal trip to the circus. Dangerous stunts, flying acrobats, and even the clowns Uncle Doug hated so much—Owen is itching to see all of it. But when his little sister Zoe, a self-proclaimed animal whisperer, accuses the ringmaster of mistreating the circus animals, the last thing Owen has time to do is to watch the show! With the help of some magical animal crackers that can transform him into a bear, a hippo, or even a hamster, Owen sets out to rescue his kidnapped uncle and sister from the hands of the scheming ringmaster and his circus lackeys.

"The prequel to the major motion picture"--Cover.

Kevin lives in a small house with his three brothers and sisters. He has no room of his own. No privacy. All he wants is a little space to himself. One day, Kevin gets his wish when he inherits a Magic Carpet and embarks on an adventure of a lifetime that takes him to far off lands fraught with magic, danger, monsters, and even a princess! Written by Scott Christian Sava, the award-winning creator of Pet Robots, Hyperactive, and The Dreamland Chronicles.

In what has to be the most exciting chapter in the award-winning Dreamland Chronicles series, Book 4 brings us full circle as Nicole and Daniel are drawn into the magic and adventure of Dreamland for the first time.

"Russell Ranger is the unluckiest boy in the world. Nothing ever seems to go his way. Nothing good at least. One day, though, he meets a real, honest to goodness leprechaun named Lenny. Lenny Grants Russell a wish-- just one wish. Russell wishes to be the luckiest boy in the world" -- p. [4] of cover.

Thirteen-year-old Judy is so sick of boys and their immature ways. One night, Judy meets a boy unlike any she''s ever seen, a real, live pirate! Gary maybe the worst pirate ever. Pirate Stinky and his crew are after Gary for damaging their ship. Only a bunch of treasure will keep Stinky from pulverizing poor Gary. Judy offers to help this hapless pirate and they embark on an adventure of a lifetime!

"Mad scientist Professor Poindexter P. Poppycock has broken every law of nature by bringing four extinct dinosaurs to life for a terror group named B.U.R.P.S. who wants to rule the world! But when the dinosaurs revolt-- it''s Cameron''s good fortune to befriend the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Pterodactyl, Brontosaurus, and Triceratops. Soon-- Cameron and the dinosaurs are honest to goodness friends. Everything looks great-- until B.U.R.P.S. orders Professor Poppycock to build new dinosaurs. Meaner ones. Robot dinosaurs! With the new robot dinosaurs under their control-- B.U.R.P.S. plans on taking over the world and now it''s up to Cameron and his dinosaurs to help out. Can a young boy and his prehistoric pals save us all from an army of robotic beasts?" -- cover flap.

Alexander and his friends continue their struggle against the Nightmare Realm in chapters 9 through 12.

Grandparents make the perfect Secret Agents. Think about it. They''re always on vacation. They can get all sorts of high-tech instruments through airport security (hearing aids, pace makers, etc.). They have lots of time on their hands. And they kick butt...Old School! Alyssa and Nicholas''s Grandparents are the worlds top secret agents. But when the Purple Haze strikes terror around the world, Alyssa and Nicholas are caught up into their grandparents'' secret lives and find themselves in the adventure of a lifetime.

Four students - Jake, Chris, Tammy, and Tommy - get lost while on a field trip to the Rooty Tooty Toy Company. That night they are followed home by four military robots, Skye, Rock, Aqua, and Wind. Now, the owner of the Rooty Tooty Toy Company wants his robots back and he is willing to do anything to get them.

"When three friendly aliens escape from the Intergalactic Food Court to start a new life on earth, they accidently crash land into Ed''s tree house"--Front cover flap.

Joey Johnson likes to do everything fast, but one day his metabolism goes completely berserk and suddenly he''s the fastest person in the world. He can clean his room in seconds and finish homework in the blink of an eye! Soon, Joey''s super speed becomes world famous and Seymour Haliburton Itchez, President and CEO of Burnz and Itchez Pharmaceuticals, desperately wants to get his hands on Joey''s DNA. In graphic novel format. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

Alexander Carter, after finding a key that transports him to the land of childhood dreams, enters Dreamland every night to discover dragons, fairies, and giants and save Dreamland from the realm of nightmares with his friends Paddington, Kiwi, and Nastajia.

Join Esteban and Livingston as they dance, sing and blow each other up - you know...a typical day at the Lab! Scott Christian Sava''s fully 3D comic is fun for the whole family and it has talking moles and weasels, so it''s got to be good...right? RIGHT! The Lab: Hey...Test THIS! is a 3D version of Looney Toons with Puzzles, Jokes, Games, and of course...things blowing up!

When red tape, bureaucracy, and a corrupt corporation block Dr. Curtis Connors'' bid to help cure his cancer-stricken wife, he unleashes his deadly alter ego, the Lizard, on humankind and Spider-Man.