GAVIN AUNG THAN is a freelance cartoonist based in Perth, Australia. His webcomic
Zen Pencils, a cartoon blog which adapts inspirational quotes into comic stories, has been featured by
The Washington Post, The Huffington Post, Slate, Buzzfeed, Gawker and
Brain Pickings, and was named one of the top 100 websites of 2013 by
PC Mag.
Zen Pencils has also been collected into
New York Times bestselling books. His first series for children, Super Sidekicks, grew out of Gavin's long-time obsession with superheroes. Visit aungthan.com and follow @zenpencils to find out more about Gavin and his work.
**Winner of the Wilderness Society's 2020 Environment Award for Children's Literature**
People are SUPER into the SIDEKICKS!"Super Sidekicks delivers action,
a super side-splitting good time, and proof that heroes can come from anywhere!"
—Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood, creators of the Real Pigeons series"This entertaining series opener charms with bright, full-color illustrations and loads of humor. Easy-to-follow panels and action sequences keep the pages turning, and the setting of sunny Sydney, Australia, is a
refreshing departure from Gotham-like locales. . . .
Armed with humor and heart, these underdogs are ready to step into the spotlight." —
Kirkus Reviews"
A fun read for fans of adventure and superhero graphic novels. . . . embraces friendship, action, and teamwork." —
School Library Journal"A graphic novel
sure to engage young, adventure-loving readers." —
Herald Sun (Melbourne)
"Filled with
crazy comic-book fun and adventure. The series is perfect for any young reader who loves a good baddie." —
West Australian“Goo is my favorite character because he’s really funny. . . .
I can’t wait to read the next one!” —Jack, age 8
"
These are great books! Even if you aren't a fan of superhero stuff." —Charlie, age 9
“These books are t
he funniest thing ever!” —Brady, age 6
