Superhero books for 9-12

The Astrosaurs are an elite group of space-dinosaurs who protect the galaxy from attack. Join them on three utterly bonkers adventures in this hilarious, vibrantly illustrated graphic novel. 

Colourful, action-filled and laugh-out-loud funny, with plenty of burps, farts and catchphrases, HILO is the first in a bestselling US graphic novel series for younger readers. It’s also a genuinely well-told, gripping sci-fi story.

Snails Fergus and Shelby use their mega-morphing skills to help save their home and foil a dastardly plot to eradicate the human race in this laugh-out-loud chapter book. 

Dylan Spencer has a rubbish superpower: he can talk to iguanas. But when all the rest of the world’s superheroes are kidnapped, he is the only one left to save the planet. A hilarious and heartwarming book, packed full of brilliant, comic-strip illustrations.

A group of friends are transformed into bizarre heroes during a magical storm. Now, the gang must survive the dangers of Snot Jelly Island to save the day. A hilarious graphic novel from Olaf Falafel.

Delivered in graphic-novel format, this story is based on the childhood of US author/​illustrator Cece Bell who was diagnosed as deaf at the age of four.

Demolition Dad is sure to delight children, and adults, of all ages and is perfect for fans of Roald Dahl.

Brothers always find something to fight about. Alex and Freddy are no different – even though they’re also the most powerful robots in the universe.

An exciting graphic fantasy novel about a girl who develops amazing superpowers – but who values her family and friends even more.

Presented in large, clear font and with black and white illustrations throughout, this funny, exciting, imaginative adventure story is a great introduction to fantasy fiction for newly independent readers. 

Chiri and Dai discover a hidden world filled with secrets and magic. After discovering their own powers, the pair team up with a band of unlikely heroes to take on the sinister Shadow King. 

The Time Collision changed everything. A cosmic cataclysm from beyond the stars has reshaped earth. Continents have shifted, timelines have merged, but humanity has endured. 

Can Anzu defeat the cruel underworld queen? A stunningly original graphic novel.

As an advanced AI game becomes increasingly violent, one boy’s experience uncovers a devastating secret and reveals an extraordinary abuse of corporate power. 

From animals to astronauts, and captured spies in World War II, this collection of thirteen short stories celebrates some truly amazing, and amazingly true, heroic acts.