Speed Reader Book Two - (The Speed Reader) by Matthew Cody (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Zander Fast is back and more popular than ever! Well, that is, his super speed and his superhero identity (that still needs a name) is. That fame comes with a price, however, as he faces enemies, new and old, including the most infamous villain Cape City has ever seen in this action-packed and hilarious middle grade graphic novel!

Since triumphing over his first villain, Zander's been trying to find ways to help around Cape City without getting grounded (again). When the mayor starts closing libraries, community centers, and more, he'll have to figure out how to fight a villain you can't hit. Plus, as he starts to get more notice by the public, Zander's hero identity is up for speculation and debate. Is this his grandfather, the famous Felix Fast, returned with the same super speed powers? What do they call him? And, along with his best friend, Tanya May, and his great uncle Merv, everyone's got ideas of what it means to be hero and pulling Zander in different directions.

When old threats from the age of superheroes start to arise and Zander's identity on the line, he'll have to figure out what kind of superhero he wants to be.

Speed Reader Book Two features:

• Full-color artwork packed with superhero action and humor
• Fast-paced adventures featuring unforgettable villains and laugh-out-loud moments
• Explores friendship, confidence, community, and what it really means to be a hero
• Perfect for reluctant readers, librarians, parents, superhero fans, and kids who love Dog Man and Cat Ninja

Join Zander as he learns to navigate the new world of superheroes!

About the Author

Matthew Cody is the author of several popular books, including the award-winning Supers of Noble's Green trilogy: Powerless, Super, and Villainous and the bestselling Cat Ninja series. He is also the author of Will in Scarlet and The Dead Gentleman, as well as the graphic novels Zatanna and the House of Secrets and The Bright Family. He lives in Manhattan, New York, with his wife and son.

Zack Giallongo is a professional cartoonist, cheese enthusiast, and amateur banjoist. His 2012 graphic novel, Broxo, was a New York Times bestseller.