JAMES KOCHALKAis, without question, one of the most unique and
prolific alternative cartoonists working in America today. His
comics have been published internationally by almost every
alternative comics publisher; he's recorded several music albums
under the name James Kochalka Superstar (making him a favorite at
college radio stations across the country); and he's developed
animated cartoons for Nickelodeon and Cartoon Hangover.
He is the first official Cartoonist Laureate of the state of
Vermont, appointed in 2011.
Among his best known works are theMonkey vs Robotseries,the beloved
children's seriesJohnny Boo,Dragon Puncher, andGlorkian Warrior,
and his magnum opus, the 14-year span of daily diary comics known
asAmerican Elf.
“Fun for kids of all ages. It's AWESOME!" —DJ Lance Rock, host
of Nick Jr's Yo Gabba Gabba!
“A perfectly silly early chapter-book graphic novel for kids new to
reading on their own… totally funny and appealing.” —Youth
Services Book Review
"Kochalka's simple line drawings and bright crayon colors stand out
in this sweet, silly graphic novel. Children will easily identify
with Johnny Boo’s sense of fun." —Booklist
"A playfully wacky, colorful graphic novel... Highly
recommended." —Children's
Bookwatch
“Quirky, cute, imaginative, and endlessly
re-readable.” —GeekDad
"A great series for young readers with its easy-to-follow panels
and big word balloons." —Good Comics for Kids, School
Library Journal
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