New Releases by Steve Korte

Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a professional skateboarder by age fourteen. He then went on to be named the National Skateboard Associa

Created by the U.S. Forest Service in 1944 in reaction to forest fires being used as attacks during World War II, Smokey Bear has been guiding Americans through fire safety and preparedness for nearly eighty years. This American black bear known for

Where did Harley Quinn meet the Joker? What are the names of her pet hyenas? Who does the Clown Princess of Crime turn to when she needs a helping hand? Uncover a treasure trove of info about Gotham City''s jolly jester. Featuring captivating text, quick lists, fun quizzes, and more, this behind-the-scenes bio is bursting with fantastic facts and super secrets! It has everything young readers never knew they needed to know about Harley Quinn!

How did Wonder Woman get her powers? What is her tiara made of? Where did the Amazon Princess once work as a waitress? Discover a treasure trove of info about the world''s most amazing Amazon warrior.

On January 12, 1888, a surprise blizzard broke out in the middle of the day across the Midwest. In its path, hundreds of children and teachers found themselves stranded inside schoolhouses with no food, no heat, and very few options. Days passed, and

Mr Mind and Dribodod have taken Hoppy''s friends captive at a local carnival! Now Marvel Bunny must find a way to send the evildoers to the Fifth Dimension.

Krypto is definitely Superman''s best friend. But when the evil Mxy unleashes his magical mischief, the canine crime fighter becomes the Man of Steel''s worst enemy.

Lex Luthor is rampaging through Metropolis in a giant robot. Now Cyborg and his bots F.E.L.I.X. and M.A.X. must find a way to topple the mechanical monster.

A jewelry store in Gotham City has been robbed by a dangerous dog. Thankfully Batman, Robin, and Ace the Super-Dog are on the case!

Also known as Nessie, this creature of the lake''s history dates all the way back to the year 565. Since then, there have been photographs and films that allegedly show proof of the monster''s existence. But are they fact or fiction? Learn all about th

The whimsical, wacky, and wondrous character of Willy Wonka made his first appearance in Roald Dahl''s 1964 children''s novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. When the fictional factory owner opened up the doors of his company, readers were welcomed

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. Meet Mickey Mouse--Disney''s most famous and much-loved cartoon character! In 1928, the short film Steamboat Willie dazzled audiences. It was not only one of the first cartoons to feature sound, it was also where viewers first met Mickey Mouse. Despite starting out as a replacement for another Disney cartoon character, Mickey has since taken over the spotlight and won the hearts of children and adults all over the world. He is a true international superstar! Mickey has starred in countless movies and television shows, has been in Academy Award-winning films, and even has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It''s not hard to see why Mickey Mouse is one of the world''s most recognizable and popular Disney characters.

If you''re a fan of Acme anvils and know that the question "What''s up, Doc?" needs no answer, this history of the cartoon favorites Looney Tunes is for you! In the 1930s, Warner Brothers studios introduced the world to the Looney Tunes. A witty rabbit

Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! Wonder Woman--DC Comics'' greatest female superhero--flies onto our What Is the Story Of? list. She is a founding member of the Justice League, a goddess, and an ambassador of the Amazonian people. Wonder Woman burst onto the comic book scene during World War II. For more than seventy years, she has been fighting for equality, power, and truth with her lasso of truth in one hand and her sword in the other. Author Steve Korté shares the story of how one of the first and foremost superheroines was created, and how she came to be such a powerful feminist icon.

Superman''s worst enemies have invaded our solar system! Now it''s up to the Man of Steel to travel to the eight planets and put an end to the villains'' outer space schemes. Not only will the World''s Greatest Hero save the day in each action-packed story, but young readers will learn real-world science facts about the featured planet-including details about its physical structure, atmosphere, moons, and more. With an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction content, plus DC Comics'' legendary super hero, Superman Solar System Adventures delivers a fun, accessible introduction to astronomy for kids.

Kids who loved action-packed stories will be excited to read this new Justice League™ 8x8 starring Superman™, The Flash™, Aquaman™, Green Lantern™, and Cyborg™. When The Flash™ and Superman™ decide to race each other around the world, they don''t let the super-villains creating mayhem along the way slow them down. Because the rest of the Justice League™ is there to help! From Metropolis to China and everywhere in between, this Super Hero team is always quick to come to the rescue. This 8x8 storybook is filled with action and adventure—perfect for Super Hero fans.

Every super hero needs a Super-Pet! But have you ever wondered how Krypto became Superman''s Super-Dog? What about Ace''s journey to become Batman''s loyal hound? How did Streaky take on the role of Supergirl''s feline friend? And what about Wonder Woman''s high-hopping Kanga? Read all about their journeys in the DC Super-Pets Origins early reader chapter books! Each book is filled with colorful comic-style art by Art Baltazar, Eisner Award-winning cartoonist and creator of DC Comics'' Tiny Titans.

Official tie-in books for the new hit movie! Wonder Woman, DC Comics’ greatest heroine, soared to the big screen on June 2, 2017, for the first major motion picture in her 75-year history! The all-star cast includes Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, and more. To the outside world, Diana Prince is just a regular woman. But that’s not who she truly is. Diana is an Amazon princess from the island of Themyscira. She is also Wonder Woman. From a secret hidden island to the frontlines of battle, Diana is ready for the role of a lifetime—to become the hero the world needs most. Based on the major motion picture, Wonder Woman: The Junior Novel retells the exciting story of Diana’s journey to become one of the world’s greatest heroes and features eight pages of full-color images from the film.

Wonder Woman, DC Comics’ greatest heroine, comes to the big screen on June 2, 2017, for the first major motion picture in her 75-year history! The all-star cast includes Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, and more. To the outside world, Diana Prince is just a regular woman. But that’s not who she truly is. Diana is an Amazon princess from the island of Themyscira. She is also Wonder Woman. From a secret hidden island to the frontlines of battle, Diana is ready for the role of a lifetime—to become the hero the world needs most. Based on the major motion picture, this hardcover edition of Wonder Woman: The Junior Novel retells the exciting story of Diana’s journey to become one of the world’s greatest heroes and features eight pages of full-color images from the film.

The Penguin has teamed up with Mr. Freeze and it''s up to Batman, The Flash, Green Arrow, and all of their friends to stop them in this action-packed novelization that includes an eight-page full-color insert with stills from the Batman animated film,

Meet Diana, Steve Trevor, Queen Hippolyta, General Antiope, and more in this exciting introduction to the heroes who help Diana hone her skills and become Wonder Woman in this action-packed Level 2 I Can Read story.

Official tie-in books for the new hit movie! Wonder Woman, DC Comics’ greatest heroine, soared to the big screen on June 2, 2017, for the first major motion picture in her 75-year history! The all-star cast includes Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, and more. Before she became Wonder Woman, Diana lived as a princess and a warrior on a secret, faraway island. Discover how she trained to become an Amazon warrior and one of the world’s greatest heroes! Based on the major motion picture, Wonder Woman: I Am an Amazon Warrior is a fully illustrated Level 2 I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

Official tie-in books for the new hit movie! Wonder Woman, DC Comics’ greatest heroine, soared to the big screen on June 2, 2017, for the first major motion picture in her 75-year history! The all-star cast includes Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, and more. When Diana learns about a war abroad, she knows it’s her mission to help save the world. But she’s not the only one who cares about peace. Meet all the heroes who help Diana hone her skills and become Wonder Woman! Based on the major motion picture, Wonder Woman: Meet the Heroes is a fully illustrated Level 2 I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

EVERY SUPER HERO NEEDS A SUPER-PET! Even Batman needs a crime-fighting canine by his side. But how did Ace become the Dark Knight s loyal Bat-Hound? Discover the origin of this superpowered Super-Pet in the this action-packed, POW!-WHAM!-BOOM! chapter book for early readers. With illustrations by Art Baltazar, Eisner Award-winning cartoonist and creator of DC Comics Tiny Titans, DC Super-Pets Origins are sure to be a hit with super hero fans, pet lovers, and everyone in between!

Starfire is from Tamaran and on her planet, she is the queen! She can fly, shoot energy beams, and is an all around awesome gal.