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New Releases by Blake Hoena

Blake Hoena is the author of History Tipsters Spill the Tea on the U. S. Revolution (2025), History Tipsters Head Off Into the Sunset (2025), The Deadly Bell Witch Ghost (2023), Shays' Rebellion (2022), Cell Phones and Smartphones (2021).

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History Tipsters Spill the Tea on the U. S. Revolution

release date: Aug 01, 2025
History Tipsters Spill the Tea on the U. S. Revolution
Historical figures lead readers through the events of the U.S. Revolution in an entertaining graphic novel format.

History Tipsters Head Off Into the Sunset

release date: Aug 01, 2025
History Tipsters Head Off Into the Sunset
Historical figures lead readers through the events of American westward expansion in an entertaining graphic novel format.

The Deadly Bell Witch Ghost

release date: Aug 01, 2023
The Deadly Bell Witch Ghost
In 1817, a terrifying specter began haunting John Bell and his family in Tennessee. At first, the spooky spirit''s knocking and scratching sounds seemed harmless. But soon, the phantom''s antics became more sinister--and even deadly! Who was the Bell Witch? And why did she torment John and his family? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send shivers down their spines!

Shays' Rebellion

release date: Jan 01, 2022

Cell Phones and Smartphones

release date: Aug 03, 2021
Cell Phones and Smartphones
Cell phones allowed people to connect on the go, and smartphones have transformed the way we share information. From the earliest landlines to the minicomputers that link people across the world, discover the shifts in phone technology that shaped modern communication—and the people who made them happen. This graphic history also shows readers the big changes in design, size, and battery life that took place before mobile phones hit the center of popular culture.

Sneakers

release date: Aug 03, 2021
Sneakers
Sneakers grew out of efforts to make more durable, more comfortable shoes—and became a major link between sports and fashion. Their sales rose with the popularity of tennis and exploded along with basketball, leading to celebrity endorsements, big-name brands, and continued technological breakthroughs. In the twenty-first century, sneakers are still evolving, along with "sneaker influencer" social media, smart tech, and other hot new trends.

Can You Capture the Chupacabra?

release date: Aug 01, 2021
Can You Capture the Chupacabra?
In this plot-your-own story book, the reader who wants to be a cryptozoologist follows the clues to find the elusive Chupacabra monster, a scary creature with spines and glowing red eyes.

Natan Sharansky

release date: May 01, 2021
Natan Sharansky
This graphic novel biography is the story of Soviet Jewry “refusenik” and human rights activist Anatoly “Natan” Sharansky. Born in 1948 to a Jewish family in Ukraine, at that time part of the Soviet Union, he was arrested as a young man and later imprisoned for wanting to leave the Soviet Union and go to Israel. His struggle became the struggle of all Soviet Jews who wished to leave. With the help of his wife, many Jewish activists, and world leaders, he eventually succeeded in immigrating to Israel, paving the way for the release of other Soviet Jews who wished to live in freedom.

Colin Kaepernick

release date: Jan 01, 2021
Colin Kaepernick
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! This graphic biography shows readers the moments that have defined Colin Kaepernicku0092s life as a quarterback and an activist. His talent and determination made him a college football success and brought him to the National Football League. As a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, he led his team to multiple playoffs and even competed in the Super Bowl. When outrage over violence against African Americans became a national movement, Kaepernick joined the protests. His decision cost him his career in football, but he gained a voice heard worldwide.

Jackie Robinson

release date: Aug 04, 2020
Jackie Robinson
In an era of discrimination, Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson broke Major League Baseball''s race barrier. Before Robinson took his place at first base, the majors discriminated against African-American athletes, denying them a chance to compete. Despite facing harassment from fans and other players, Robinson stayed focused on the game, becoming the MLB Rookie of the Year in 1947 and later a baseball legend. This graphic biography follows Robinson''s time on semi-pro teams, his days in the US military, and his history-making experience with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Serena Williams

release date: Aug 04, 2020
Serena Williams
Working through times of setbacks and Grand Slam glory, Serena Williams has become a role model for a new generation of tennis players, and it''s all captured in this graphic biography. From an early age, Serena trained to be a force on the tennis court. Alongside her talented sister Venus, she rose up through the ranks until she was competing in—and dominating—the world''s most elite tournaments. Follow along as she amazes everyone with her powerful, strategic playing style and also speaks out against racism and sexism in the tennis world.

A Coding Mission

release date: Mar 28, 2020
A Coding Mission
When you have a problem, where can you go for answers? The library! When Codie and her friends join Ms. Gillian, the Specialist, on another Adventure in Makerspace, they find themselves lost in a maze, with a monster just around the corner! Can they code their way out? Join them to complete Mission: Coding! This graphic novel includes fun bonus features such as a theme song and author interview available through the free Capstone 4D app. A great way to add augmented reality to your reading experience!

The Princess and the Pea

release date: Jan 01, 2020
The Princess and the Pea
A choose-your-own-adventure in which the reader can proceed as an ordinary girl named Princess, a monster of a prince, or the queen who seeks a bride for her distracted son in a modern version of the classic fairy tale. Includes a history of The Princess and the Pea."

The Frog Prince

release date: Jan 01, 2020
The Frog Prince
A choose-your-own-adventure in which the reader can proceed as a space princess trapped on a deserted moon, a handsome prince with a green complexion, or an adventurer in an enchanted forest in a modern version of the classic fairy tale. Includes a history of The frog prince.

Theseus and the Maze-O-Muck

release date: Aug 01, 2019
Theseus and the Maze-O-Muck
In this humorous (and gross) retelling of the Greek myth, Theseus and his hero friends visit the island of Crete and the amusement park known as the Labyrinth, where they encounter a nasty bully called the Minotaur who challenges Theseus to a race through the Maze-o-muck.

Hercules and the Pooper-Scooper Peril

release date: Aug 01, 2019
Hercules and the Pooper-Scooper Peril
In this humorous (and gross) retelling of the classic Greek myth, the mighty Hercules takes on twelve disgusting feats--including scooping massive mountains of manure--in this epically gross Greek myth

The Farm

release date: May 01, 2019
The Farm
Text and photographs take readers on a visit to the farm, including descriptions of the things, people, and animals found there. This book includes a video, which launches via a 4D app.

Rectangles and Triangles

release date: May 01, 2019
Rectangles and Triangles
Go on an adventure by drawing a princess and a dragon. In this book paired with lively music, children learn to draw an adventure story. Using simple shapes as a basis, they are provided simple, step-by-step instructions to create their masterpieces. This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Stretchy Shapes!

release date: May 01, 2019
Stretchy Shapes!
What shapes can your body make? Explore slow and bendy Creative Movement in Stretchy Shapes! Straight, Curved, and Twisty.

Navajo Code Talkers

release date: May 01, 2019
Navajo Code Talkers
During World War II U.S. forces had to keep battle plans and other top secret information out of the enemy''s hands. Coded messages were often used, but secret codes could be broken. To solve this problem, the U.S. military turned to an unexpected source to create an unbreakable code. The Navajo people spoke a complex language that few outsiders knew how to speak. Several Navajo soldiers were recruited to develop a code based on the Navajo language. The result was a complex code that could not be solved by the enemy. Learn all about the brave Navajo Code Talkers and how their unbreakable code helped defeat the enemy and win the war.

Jason and the Totally Funky Fleece

release date: Jan 08, 2019
Jason and the Totally Funky Fleece
In this humorous (and gross) retelling of the classic Greek myth, Jason sets out to retrieve the funky royal fleece which his father, king of Iolcus, lost in a bet--but the heroes of Greece may not be able to stand the smell long enough to get it back from Colchis.

Medusa and Her Oh-So-Stinky Snakes

release date: Jan 08, 2019
Medusa and Her Oh-So-Stinky Snakes
In this humorous (and gross) retelling of the Greek myth, Perseus and his disgusting friends set out to pluck one of the snakes from Medusa''s head, before her baleful gaze turns them all to sludge.

A Photo Journal Mission

release date: Jan 01, 2019
A Photo Journal Mission
When you have a problem, where can you go for answers? The library! When Cyrus needs inspiration for a project, he and his friends join Ms. Gillian, the Specialist, on another Adventure in Makerspace. Can two nineteenth-century illustrators help them solve a twenty-first-century challenge? Join them to complete A Photo Journal Mission!

A Building Mission

release date: Jan 01, 2019
A Building Mission
When you have a problem, where can you go for answers? The library! When Eliza and her friends join Ms. Gillian, the Specialist, on another Adventure in Makerspace, they watch the Space Needle go from idea to icon. Can they build a tower of their own? Join them to complete A Building Mission!

Samurai

release date: Jan 01, 2019
Samurai
"In graphic novel format, tells several tales of prominent samurai warriors from history and describes the training, weapons, armor, and battle tactics used by them."--

The Boston Marathon Bombing

release date: Jan 01, 2019
The Boston Marathon Bombing
Vivid storytelling brings an incredible story to life and place readers in the shoes of people who experienced one of the most frightening terrorist attacks on U.S. soil - the bombing of the Boston Marathon in 2013. On April 15, 2013, athletes and spectators gathered for the annual Boston Marathon. When two bombs detonated near the finish line, a day of celebration turned into a fight for survival and a manhunt to capture the bombers. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the event while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, "What''s Next?" kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment.

Medieval Knights

release date: Jan 01, 2019
Medieval Knights
"In graphic novel format, tells several tales of prominent medieval knights and describes the training, weapons, armor, and battle tactics used by them"--

The Tortoise and the Hare

release date: Oct 06, 2018
The Tortoise and the Hare
A modern song retells the events of the famous race between the boastful hare and the persevering tortoise. Includes a brief introduction to Aesop, sheet music, glossary, discussion questions, and further reading.

Off-Road Legends

release date: Oct 01, 2018
Off-Road Legends
Three short stories featuring the ThunderTrucks include B-Phon facing off against the Chimera broters in a free-wheeling showdown and Atalanta entering in a death-defying race to prove her legendary speed.

Algorithms

release date: Sep 01, 2018
Algorithms
Do you have a problem? Maybe you can use an algorithm to fix it! Learn about the codes all around us in Algorithms: Solve a Problem! Sing along as you learn to Code It!
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