About the Book

"When a little slug finds new friends in the backyard, she notices they look a lot like her ... except they have shells! Maybe a shell is exactly what she needs to fit in--but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds!"--

Book Synopsis

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a brand-new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.

When a little slug finds new friends in the backyard, she notices they look a lot like her...except they have shells! Maybe a shell is exactly what she needs to fit in--but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds!

Tiny Tales: Shell Quest is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, a more complex story for independent readers.

An Eisner nominee for Best Publication for Early Readers

A Kirkus Best Book of the Year

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

A Junior Library Guild Selection

An ALSC Graphic Novel Reading List Title

Review Quotes

A sweet and surprising search for self, friendship, and acceptance. - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
A great way to help -newcomers to the graphic novel format find their footing. - School Library Journal