"This is a silly and fun-filled story with a heartwarming throughline about not needing special abilities to have an impact on one's community. ★ "Nicholas's innovative tale, brimming with fully fleshed out characters and bombastic battle sequences, is one to revisit again and again." - Publishers Weekly, starred review So how does an ordinary kid like Leon, who has no superpowers himself, become the superhero he wants to be? When all his classmates suddenly become obsessed with a new phone app that turns them into zombies, Leon gets his chance to prove that using his brain and following his heart can save the day.Įqual parts New Kid and The Incredibles, the first graphic novel in this action-packed, heartfelt, and joyously funny series by Jamar Nicholas reminds readers that when it comes to being a hero, you just need to believe in yourself.Ī Common Sense Selection by Common Sense Media In the city where Leon lives, superheroes - and supervillains - are commonplace. LEON is super!" - Lincoln Peirce, author and illustrator of Big Nate "A heartfelt and hilarious hero’s journey. It's a really good book about a really good kid!" - Jerry Craft, author and illustrator of New Kid "Leon is a superhero, whose powers are kindness and common sense. Leon is an ordinary kid who becomes extraordinary when he fights a supervillain to save his school!
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