Jim Krueger

Hana would be like any other thirteen-year-old immigrant trying to fit into life at an American school, but she also battles hostile, animal-like warriors from the dimension of Argon Falls. In discovering secrets about her identity and her past, Hana bravely faces her enemies and realizes her divinely-given purpose. SWORDS CLASH, BATTLE ERUPTS, AND A FRIEND GOES DOWN! Hana and Tomo return to Argon Falls only to find an impenetrable dungeon holds their friends captive. But Ardath – now clad in the Armor of the Ancients – has doubts that give hope he may turn and join the fight against evil. Time runs short for the citizens of Argon Falls as the intrigue of spies and the violence of battle threaten to separate Hana from her friends – forever!

From the dawn of the 20th Century came a new chapter in mankind's history, unleashed during a time of great war and destruction. It was the beginning of the Age of the Superpowers, yet with the closing of the Second World War, this new spark seemingly flickered and died. Now the story can be told of the great lost superheroes — men and women with incredible abilities who changed the course of mankind forever, and who had been thought lost...until now!Featuring the work of Alex Ross, writer Jim Krueger, Stephen Sadowski, Doug Klauba, and Carlos Paul, this softcover collects the first story arc (issues #0-7) of SuperpowersFeatures behind the scenes sketches, character designs, and a complete cover gallery by Alex Ross, Michael Turner, and more!

Hana would be like any other thirteen-year-old immigrant trying to fit into life at an American school, but she also battles hostile, animal-like warriors from the dimension of Argon Falls. In discovering secrets about her identity and her past, Hana bravely faces her enemies and realizes her divinely-given purpose. As secrets come to light in this world, darkness ensnares another. After fending off assassins, Hana reveals the story about Argon Falls to her friends in San Francisco. But Pastor James teachers her and Tomo about something even more important—forgiveness and new life. Hana’s time here will get cut short, however, when the enemy encircles her family members in a trap back in Argon Falls.

From the dawn of the 20th Century came a new chapter in mankind's history, unleashed during a time of great war and destruction. It was the beginning of the Age of the Superpowers, yet with the closing of the Second World War, this new spark seemingly flickered and died. Now, the story can be told of the great lost Superpowers — men and women with incredible abilities who changed the course of mankind forever, and who had been thought lost...until now...Showcasing the work of Alex Ross, Jim Krueger, Stephen Sadowski, Doug Klauba, and Carlos Paul, this hardcover collects the first story arc (issues #0-7), and features behind-the-scenes sketches, character designs, and a complete cover gallery by Alex Ross, Michael Turner, and more!

Having entered Argon Falls, Hana meets her spoiler and grieves for people suffering under oppression. The time arrives to employ her skills and the Spirit Sword as she and Tomo pursue deadly assassins returning to earth to remove the source of protective prayer. As the struggle against evil and oppression continues in book five, Hana learns that, because of the power of prayer, not all warriors fight with fists and swords.

The action moves from San Francisco to Argon Falls, where Hana learns that the enemy wants to steal the Spirit Sword from her to completely enslave the citizens. In preparing for battle, she will learn that, even after one’s training is complete, there are still lessons to be learned.

Discoveries about the past, deceptions at school, and divisions in the kingdom—what a day! Hana finds out she’s more than just a good fighter and a true friend—she learns how her coming into Argon Falls fulfills a prophecy. Tomo reveals Hana’s past to her, telling about her parents and the mysterious stranger responsible for the warfare in this other dimension. And while Hana deals with Argon Falls, Brittany covers for her at school, setting out to clear Hana’s name.

Hana may have settled into her new life in America, but in this second volume of the Tomo graphic novel series, she must face challenges at school and at home when her two rivals seek to frame her for cheating and fox warriors arrive to find the sword she is tasked to keep hidden. And once her grandfather reveals more of the prophecy linked to the sword, Hana learns she must train in the dojo like never before.Things have stabilized since her move from Japan and the attack on her grandfather’s dojo in San Francisco, and thirteen-year-old Hana is enjoying time with her new friend Brittany, martial arts training, and getting to know her grandfather’s quirky raccoon “pet,” Tomo. But little does she know what lies ahead. Brittany’s old friends are still angry at Hana for “stealing” Brittany away, and have plans to get their revenge by framing Hana as a cheater. At the same time, fox warriors from the fantastical world of Argon Falls have returned through the portal and are intent on getting the spirit sword for their master, no matter the cost.And when her grandfather reveals Hana’s role in a prophecy that links Argon Falls and Earth, and one of Tomo’s secrets is revealed, Hana realizes her problems may have just begun.My Double-Edged Life:is perfect for readers 10 and upwas created by veteran animators from Disney Animation Studiosfeatures diverse characters, including an Asian main charactercontains kid-friendly, anime-like illustrations and a relatable plotwill appeal to fans of Studio Ghibli, Jen Wang, and graphic novels