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1) The Shadow
Author
Language
English
Description
Only two people know that Lamont Cranston has a secret identity as a crusader for justice: his greatest love, Margo Lane, and his fiercest enemy, Shiwan Khan. When Khan ambushes the couple, they must risk everything for the slimmest chance of survival, in the future.
2) Supernova
Author
Series
Renegades volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 24
Language
English
Description
"All's fair in love and anarchy... Supernova, the epic conclusion to New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer's thrilling Renegades Trilogy finds Nova and Adrian struggling to keep their secret identities concealed while the battle rages on between their alter egos, their allies, and their greatest fears come to life. Secrets, lies, and betrayals are revealed as anarchy once again threatens to reclaim Gatlon City."--provided by publisher.
Author
Series
My hero academia. Main series volume 31
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"In the aftermath of the battle in Jaku City, the forces of good are reeling. With so many heroes dead, it seems like society itself is on the verge of collapse. Although Midoriya and the others have managed to drive off Tomura, All For One is only just getting started. As the dust settles, the Todoroki family must finally face their troubled past, and Midoriya begins to understand what One For All really is and that reaching his full potential might...
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Language
English
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Description
"An extraordinary and emotional adventure about unlikely friends and the power of choosing who you want to be... Jamie woke up in an empty apartment with no memory and only a few clues to his identity, but with the ability to read and erase other people's memories - a power he uses to hold up banks to buy coffee, cat food and books. Zoe is also searching for her past, and using her abilities of speed and strength... to deliver fast food. And she'll...
Author
Series
Bad guys (Aaron Blabey) volume 8
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE!
"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" — Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds...whether you like it or not! This New York Times bestselling illustrated series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.The Bad Guys have strangely acquired SUPERPOWERS! But their powers might be, well,...Author
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"This sweet bedtime board book is perfect for any toddler superhero. After all, being a kid is a big--and exhausting--job! Lyrical rhyming text and dynamic illustrations celebrate all those heroic toddlers who leap over buildings of block towers, gather their stuffed-animal sidekicks, and protect the planet!"--Amazon.com.
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Series
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Someone is knocking over the trash cans in the city. It's up to the PJ Masks to find out who it is and make things right again. Along the way, they learn that saving the Earth is like being a hero--it takes teamwork!"--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Series
Press start! volume 13
Publisher
Branches/Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
When Sunny's father enters a video game he finds himself as the evil King Viking, but he is not very good at playing, so King Viking finds himself falling down and getting lost, and wondering if he will ever escape from the game.
Author
Series
Stuntboy volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Portico Reeves' secret identity as Stuntboy allows him to use his superpower keep everybody safe, but when his superhero parents start fighting a lot he feels the responsibility to save them.
Author
Publisher
Picture Window Books, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"It's B'dg's day off, but heroes (and villains) never take a break. When a Red Lantern cat attacks the super-squirrel's favorite carnival, the pint-sized super hero and his power ring show up to save the day"--
Author
Publisher
Picture Window Books, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"The Penguin, the Joker, and Catwoman are causing trouble in Gotham City at the same time! Robin Robin and the Boy Wonder swing into action. Will they be able to rescue the zoo's penguins, return stolen jewelry, and stop the bank from being robbed, all on the same night?"--
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"The school supplies have gone missing, and because of Romeo's wacky invention, Catboy and Gekko now have Owlette's powers. But Owlette doesn't want to share her powers. Will the PJ Masks be able to work together and save the school?"--Publisher marketing.
14) Under pressure
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Series
B.E.S.T. world volume 2
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Told through the alternating perspectives of Leo (they/them) and Jayla (she/her), the boxmates from the B.E.S.T. Academy are lost at sea and their best friend, Grayson Bix, is missing. Their hoverpod is busted, their stomachs are empty, and their hopes are crushed. When a mysterious vessel approaches, Ace, Leo, and Jayla are certain they'll be carted back to the Tower of Power, with their punishments for escaping awaiting. But a twist: The crew is...
15) Book crooks!
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Two of Batman's greatest villains-the Penguin and the Riddler-team up to steal a valuable book of ancient riddles from the Gotham City Museum. Who will have the last laugh? Little heroes 3 to 7 years-old will love finding out in this adventure that's packed with heroic action and lots of Batman tech. Over 30 full-color stickers add to the fun!"--Amazon.com
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Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
"He-Man and the Masters of the Universe are ready to save Eternia in this action-packed book that's perfect for young readers! An ancient evil threatens Eternia once more and it's up to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe to save the day! Read along in this reader adaptation based on the first episode of He-Man's new adventures. Includes stickers!"-- Amazon.
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Series
Publisher
Marvel
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Kamala Khan is just your average teenager living in Jersey City trying to balance high school and her family's Muslim heritage. That is, until she discovers that she has super powers! As a huge fan of super heroes herself, Kamala takes on the name "Ms. Marvel," previously used by her all-time favorite super hero, Captain Marvel. Ms. Marvel/Kamala is able to shape shift, usually using this power to elongate her limbs or enlarge her fists... which she...
Author
Series
Publisher
Marvel
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"When the hammer calls to Jane Foster, she finds that she can't resist the pull of destiny. Torn between her obligation to be the hero the world needs and her own physical limitations, Jane will discover that heroism isn't just super powers--it's about doing what's right, even when it's hard"--
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