For fans of Hilo and The Last Kids on Earth comes
the Travis Daventhorpe series!
When an 11-year-old socially awkward robotics engineer discovers a magical sword, he learns he must defeat an evil emperor from another dimension or else the entire multiverse will be destroyed!
TRAVIS DAVENTHORPE FOR THE WIN! (Book 1)
Travis Daventhorpe may be a genius, but he’s always struggled to make friends. After his attempt to befriend new kid Juniper Reyes results in an epic fail, Travis takes his sentient flying robot, Travbot, out for a ride. But when Travbot malfunctions, the two take a nosedive into the woods. There, they discover a legendary sword, a wizard from another dimension, and a mysterious prophecy: Travis Daventhorpe is destined to save the multiverse!
Released: March 21, 2023
Publisher: 01:First Second Books
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This first series entry from debut author Molebash is bursting with a ferociously delightful vibrancy, likable characters, swift pacing, fun pop-culture nods, an appealing gaming slant, and vibrant full-color illustrations.
— Kirkus
Molebash’s debut graphic novel blends an intriguing sf fantasy story line with refreshing video game–inspired artwork, featuring blocky figure designs, bright colors, and strength stats for each major character. Middle-grade readers who love video game adventures will appreciate this fast-paced comic, and a cliff-hanger ending will keep them on the hook for forthcoming volumes.
— Booklist
Uncomplicated layouts and simple backgrounds astutely shift the narrative’s primary focus to Molebash’s idiosyncratic character designs and madcap action, rendered in loopy black line and vibrantly saturated tones.
An excellent graphic novel debut that elementary kids will eat up.
RECOGNITION
TRAVIS DAVENTHORPE POWERS UP! (Book 2)
Travis Daventhorpe is destined to save the multiverse―at least, that’s what the prophecy says. But if he’s a legendary warrior in the making, shouldn’t he be a little better at sword fighting? With his engineering genius, Travis could develop technology to make himself unstoppable, but the wise sorcerer Bela says he needs to find his power within. Wherever he finds it, he better do it soon! The evil Nol Invictus, the ruler of the mystical realm Solusterra, is preparing a second attack―and this time, his lieutenant, the Rogue, has an army of velociborgs for backup!
Released: March 19, 2024
Publisher: 01:First Second Books
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Molebash takes on weighty topics, including conflicts between science and faith. The writing is fun, with fast-paced dialogue and gaming tropes that will delight. [The author] makes his story accessible to all with likable characters that grow with each story and exciting adventure plots.
Molebash’s sophomore offering is utterly delightful, skillfully blending an array of themes from middle school friend drama to questioning one’s faith, giving this work surprising depth and accessibility.
— Kirkus
TRAVIS DAVENTHORPE GETS A LIFE! is the third and final book in the TRAVIS DAVENTHORPE series.
Released: 2025
Publisher: 01:First Second Books