The Adventures of Penguin and Panda: Winterfest
Graphic Novel (3)
by Brenda Maier Illustrated by Fanni Mezes
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Pub Date Oct 01 2024 | Archive Date Sep 10 2024
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Description
Four all-new stories – each with a winter or holiday slant and featuring the comically sweet yin-and-yang besties, Penguin and Panda.
Whether earning money for the perfect Christmas tree; shopping for a cozy new holiday sweater; sledding down a terrifyingly snowy hill; or trying to squeeze in everything on Penguin’s over-the-top Christmas list, these two yin and yang besties meet every challenge with an abundance of humor and generosity of spirit. Full of clever dialogue, giggle-inducing artwork, and even a few fun facts.
For fans of Narwhal & Jelly; Beak & Ally; and Pizza & Taco.
The language used in the series is accessible and appropriate for early readers, making it a great choice for children who are developing their reading skills.
A Note From the Publisher
- Bright, kid-friendly illustrations are full of humor
- Original and funny Christmas/winter stories
- An odd couple buddy comedy
- Simple dialogue belies the depth of Penguin’s and Panda’s conversations; dig deep and you’ll find hints of moral philosophy—just like in Winnie the Pooh
- Four complete stories, plus STEM and other extras in each book
- free downloadable worksheets. coloring and add-ons at Marblepress.com/resources
Advance Praise
Charming Graphic Novels for Transitioning from Picture Books to Chapter Books
“Penguin and Panda demonstrate kindness, understanding, and support for each other, showcasing the positive aspects of companionship. The books are infused with humor, often through Penguin’s whimsical outlook on life and Panda’s more pragmatic responses.
Each book is composed form multiple short stories and STEM-related fun facts. The graphic novel format makes the series accessible to a wide range of readers, including those who may be transitioning from picture books to chapter books.”
Overall rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plot 5.0 Characters 5.0 Writing Style 5.0 Illustrations 5.0 —YA Bookcentral
Marketing Plan
- Multi-city Author events, book signings
- Book Trailer
- Dedicated book landing page: http://marblepress.com/penguinpanda/
- Ongoing social media activity to build awareness
- Brenda Maier was at a book signing at TLA 2024
- TLA April 2025
- ALA June 2024 author book signing event Find Marble Press in Booth #212
- ALA 2025
- Social media promotion
- Edelweiss & NetGalley Promotion
- Pre-pub buzz campaign
- Dedicated special influencer, educator, bookseller, and librarian mailings
- Promo Materials: F&G, digital shareable, Activity Kits
- Feature promotion at school and library and bookseller conferences
- E-newsletter feature with third parties
- Brenda Maier is on a bookshop/school visit tour
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781958325162 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 72 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Kelsey V, Reviewer
This book was BEAUTIFUL! The illustrations were so cute and the story about the penguin and the panda was precious! My kids absolutely adored this book!
sophia H, Reviewer
I love the characters Panda and penguin. They are cute kid characters that teach good lessons. This one is set around the holidays as they go through the normal holiday traditions like getting a tree and doing things together. I just love the vibe these characters give off and the lessons they teach which are great for young and older kids.
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