humorous comics

An anthology of comics by well-known graphic novelists on the theme of detention.

"Toby may be the class clown, but he's smart enough to know what's what. Whether he's late for school, early for recess, or just in time to fail the next quiz, he's always got something to say about it. But even though his friends think he's funny, the adults in his life aren't laughing--mostly because they're not in on the jokes. No matter! Toby makes the best of it as he coasts through the day on his wit and good humor!"--Amazon.com.

"Of course, every evil ruler needs a sidekick and a minion, and Evil Emperor Penguin is no different. That's why he has Number 8, a very polite and thoughtful purple octopus, and Eugene, the lovable abominable snowman who loves nothing more than a hug. Join this fearsome team of evil as they try to take over the world--and obviously, destroy it--but get waylaid by evil cats, rogue farts, killer plants, and visiting sisters"--Back cover.

"Cuddly yet calculating class hamster GW spends his days in second grade and his nights poetry slamming and jigsaw puzzling with his friends, Sunflower and Barry. GW has even started warming up to the second-grade students. Could he be making human friends? When the school art show is announced, GW learns of a dastardly plot--Harriet and her many minions are planning to ruin it! Once again, it's up to GW, Sunflower, and Barry to stop Harriet's mousey madness"--Provided by publisher.

"A pair of different-as-can-be twin brothers accidentally bring their favorite video game to life, and must now find a way to work together to defeat it"--OCLC.

"There's no such thing as a dull day in Elmore. Gumball tries to stay out of trouble for once, but the siren song of the Battle of the Bands proves irresistible; a power suit turns out to be a bit too powerful; Gumball learns the consequences of not repaying favors; and a sick day for Gumball leaves Darwin and Anais to have an adventure of their own!"--Provided by publisher.

"Makoto Kowata, a novice witch, packs up her belongings (including a black cat familiar) and moves in with her distant cousins in rural Aomori to complete her training and become a full-fledged witch"--Back cover.

"Dog Man, the newest hero from the creator of Captain Underpants, hasn't always been a paws-itive addition to the police force. While he can muzzle miscreants, he tends to leave a slick of slobber in his wake! This time, Petey the cat's dragged in a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!"--Amazon.com.

Alerted to a global energy crisis, the President consults with the World's Best Scientist, who suggests sending a special group of astronauts to turn the Moon into a solar power plant.

"Mr. Wolf and his bad buddies have messed with the wrong guinea pig--one who is secretly an evil mad scientist. And the nasty little furball wants revenge!"--Back cover.