Squire & Knight - by Scott Chantler (Paperback)

About the Book

"Squire is brainy, bookish, and terribly under-appreciated by the brawny, inept knight Sir Kelton, who somehow always gets all the glory. So when the two mismatched heroes find themselves in a cursed village plagued by a demonic dragon, Kelton rides off to slay it and Squire stays behind to catch up on some reading. But Squire starts to notice that something isn't quite right about this town... Can he uncover its strange secrets?"--

Book Synopsis

Bank Street Best Books of the Year
Junior Library Guild selection
School Library Journal's Best Books selection

"A timeless, smart take on a classic story."--Booklist, starred review

"Compelling and full of adventure, with a plot as clever as its main character."--Kirkus

"A witty, adventurous tale."--School Library Journal

"...an enjoyable read that champions the shy, the brainy and the inquisitive." --BookPage

A hilarious and heartfelt graphic novel adventure about unlikely friendship, awkward bravery, and discovering what it really means to be a hero, Squire & Knight is a charming twist on classic fantasy storytelling that's as funny as it is emotionally resonant.

When a timid, rule-following squire is unexpectedly paired with a bold, unpredictable knight, neither of them is prepared for the chaos that follows. Sent on a quest that quickly spirals beyond their control, the duo must navigate dangerous lands, ridiculous misunderstandings, and increasingly absurd challenges--all while learning how to trust each other.

What begins as a simple mission turns into an unforgettable journey filled with:

- mismatched partners forced into teamwork
- monsters, magic, and unexpected surprises
- heartfelt character growth beneath the humor
- and a fresh, modern take on knightly quests

As their adventure unfolds, both squire and knight are forced to confront what they think heroism looks like--and realize that courage doesn't always look the way stories promise.

Review Quotes

A 2024 Bank Street Best Books of the Year

A Junior Library Guild selection

A School Library Journal's Best Books of 2023 selection

"A timeless, smart take on a classic story."--Booklist, starred review

"Compelling and full of adventure, with a plot as clever as its main character."--Kirkus

"A witty, adventurous tale with excellent character building, this graphic novel gives readers of fantasy and medieval stories plenty to enjoy."--School Library Journal

"...an enjoyable read that champions the shy, the brainy and the inquisitive." --BookPage

About the Author

Scott Chantler is the critically-acclaimed, Eisner-nominated cartoonist of BIX, TWO GENERALS, and the THREE THIEVES series. SQUIRE & KNIGHT marks his return to the world of all-ages fantasy. He lives and works in Stratford, Ontario, Canada.