Above are zita the spacegirl trilogy books that are currently on. Zita the spacegirl is a fun, captivating tale of friendship and redemption from flight veteran ben hatke. If there are additional titles from this series that. The return of zita the spacegirl zita the spacegirl. Legends of zita the spacegirl ebook written by ben hatke. Humanoid chickens and neurotic robots are shocking enough as new experiences go, but zita is even more surprised to find herself taking on the role of intergalactic hero. Juvenile fiction life on other planets comic books, strips, etc. Read an excerpt from the return of zita the spacegirl below, and get a copy of the graphic novel may th from first second books. Each week, our editors select the one author and one book they believe to be most worthy of your attention and highlight them in our pro connect email alert.
After rescuing her friend, zita finds out that she has a clonelike robot that takes her spot. He lives and works in the shenandoah valley with his wife and their boisterous pack of daughters. Zita the spacegirlseries overdrive rakuten overdrive. Zita the spacegirl book charlotte mecklenburg library. Zita the spacegirl, legends of zita the spacegirl, the return of zita the spacegirl. Seeing humanoids chickens and neurotic robots were shocking enough for her but zita is even more surprised to find herself taking on the role of an. Zita the spacegirl series by ben hatke redeemed reader. Zita the spacegirl and her intrepid friends battle the forces of evil in extra terrestrial dimensions in this lively graphic novel series. Brave girl seeks missing friend in exciting graphic novel. If there are additional titles from this series that you would like added, please let us know. Zita the spacegirl and captain underpants duration. Zita the spacegirl book king county library system.
A new york times bestseller zitas life took a cosmic left turn in the blink of an eye. When young zita discovers a device that opens a portal to another place, and her best friend is abducted, she is compelled to set out on a strange journey from star to star in order to get back home. A new york times bestsellerzitas life took a cosmic left t. Zita the spacegirl zita the spacegirl, book 1 by ben hatke book cover, description, publication history. Zita the spacegirl a new york times bestsellerzitas life took a cosmic left turn in the blink of an eye. Far from home by ben hatke book 1 of the zita the spacegirl trilogy. But she faces her biggest challenge yet in the third and final instalment of the zita adventures. It also has more whimsical, eyecatching, miyazakiesque monsters than you can shake a stick at. Confident zita finds a strange device in a meteor crater while playing with her more timorous best friend, joseph. A headstrong young girl makes a hasty decision and finds herself in a galaxy far, far away in this graphicnovel shining star. Id have no hesitation in recommending it to kids who like science fiction, but id suggest they dont let their parents borrow it or they might not get it back for hours. Zita the spacegirl volume 1 written and illustrated by ben hatke first second. Zita the spacegirl by ben hatke, 9781596434462, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
See the complete zita the spacegirl series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Zita the spacegirl by ben hatke zita the spacegirl is one of those perfect ya science fiction stories that you wish had been written years ago so you could have read it as a kid which means that youre gonna want to get this book in the hands of a child in your life. The storys tone takes its cues from the mighty jack books, extending their themes of. Theres plenty of scifi action and peril including a mysterious kidnapping, some robot fights, and potentially creepy monster aliens. He is most well known for his series of middle grade graphic novels zita the spacegirl. Impetuously, she accidentally activates the device, and before they can say lift off, the duo ends up on an illfated planet, with joseph. Ben hatke is the author and illustrator of the new york timesbestselling zita the spacegirl trilogy, the picture books julias house for lost creatures and nobody likes a goblin, and the graphic novels little robot and mighty jack. Neither do ancient prophecies, doomed planets, or even a friendly con man who takes a mysterious interest in zita s quest. Welcome to day 2 of my impromptu graphic novel week. Zita the spacegirl 2011 read online free book by ben.
Zita life took a turn for the worst in a short notice when her best friend was abducted by an alien dooms day cult. Theres plenty of scifi action and peril including a mysterious kidnapping, some robot fights, and potentially creepy monster aliens but kids will get the sense. Zitas life took a cosmic left turn in the blink of an eye. Humanoid chickens and neurotic robots are shocking enough as new experiences g. Wrongfully imprisoned on a penitentiary planet, zita has to plot the galaxys greatest jailbreak before the evil prison warden can execute his plan of. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read zita the spacegirl. Woke up on a strange planet it wasntbut zita is even more surprise because she is a super heroin she doesnt now it. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Zita is a fun and a good friend she will alwayshelp you if you need help. Zita also gets left behind when the clone robot wants more fame.
His work is notable for its focus on strong female characters. Before long, aliens in all shapes and sizes dont even phase her. Zita the spacegirl is a middlegrade science fiction graphic novel series following zita, a little girl who is accidentally sucked through a portal to another world and must rescue her friend before she can go home. When her best friend is abducted by an alien doomsday cult, zita leaps to the rescue and. Ben hatke born june 4, 1977, in lafayette, indiana is an awardwinning, bestselling american cartoonist and childrens book illustrator. Zita the spacegirl zita the spacegirl, book 1 by ben hatke. When her best friend is abducted by an alien doomsday cult, zita leaps to the rescue and finds herself a stranger on a strange planet. Zitas first graphic novel is a breezy romp featuring some fun and engaging characters, and a lead character whos not afraid to kick some backside to get what she wants. Zita s life took a cosmic left turn in the blink of an eye. Zita the spacegirl is one of those perfect ya science fiction stories that you wish had been written years ago so you could have read it as a kid which means that youre gonna want to get this book in the hands of a child in your life.
Zita the spacegirl has saved planets, battled monsters, and wrestled with interplanetary fame. Big adventures, new wonders, and heartbreaking friendship. Zita the spacegirl zita the spacegirl volume 1 written and illustrated by ben hatke. Zita the spacegirl book 1, far from home book average rating.
Legends of zita the spacegirl by ben hatke, ben hatke. Ben hatke when young zita discovers a device that opens a portal to another place, and her best friend is abducted, she is compelled to set out on a strange journey from star to star in order to get back home. Zita the spacegirl kindle edition by hatke, ben, hatke. That got her in more trouble than before and for once it wasnt her fault. Zita the spacegirl has saved planets, battled monsters, and. Her example of bravery, loyalty, and acceptance of others despite differences will resonate with kids. Parents need to know that zita the spacegirl is an exciting graphic novel with a brave young girl at the center of the story. Humanoid chickens and neurotic robots are shocking enough as new experiences go.