Steve Korté

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 Association world champion for twelve consecutive years. Among other notable 'firsts,' Tony Hawk became the first skateboarder to land a '900' trick, earning him the title as the pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding. Although he is known for his skateboarding, he is also an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, and founder of the Skatepark Project, which builds skateparks in underprivileged neighbourhoods. Young readers can learn more about the man who ushered in the era of modern skateboarding in this exciting book.

Learn about the life and legacy of American skateboard legend Tony Hawk and what makes him one of the most celebrated skateboarders of all time 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 Association world champion for twelve consecutive years. Among other notable "firsts," Tony Hawk became the first skateboarder to land a "900" trick, earning him the title as the pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding. Although he is known for his skateboarding, he is also an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, and founder of the Skatepark Project, which builds skateparks in underprivileged neighborhoods. Young readers can learn more about the man who ushered in the era of modern skateboarding in this exciting book.

When a magic spell misfires, a mischievous team of Toddler Titans falls through a rip in the Multiverse. Moments later, the Titans Tower crime alert blares. The villainous group known as the H.I.V.E. Five is on the loose in Jump City Can the Teen Titans babysit and battle baddies at the same time? Or will their clash with the criminals lead to a case of the baby blues? Find out in this hilariously mixed-up Multiverse chapter book for fans of Teen Titans Go

When a magic spell misfires, a mischievous team of Toddler Titans falls through a rip in the Multiverse. Moments later, the Titans Tower crime alert blares. The villainous group known as the H.I.V.E. Five is on the loose in Jump City Can the Teen Titans babysit and battle baddies at the same time? Or will their clash with the criminals lead to a case of the baby blues? Find out in this hilariously mixed-up Multiverse chapter book for fans of Teen Titans Go

A fire that burns without an obvious source of ignition isn't possible...right? In What Do We Know About Spontaneous Human Combustion?, curious young readers will explore all we know about this odd phenomenon, its history, and suggested theories and explanations. Can spontaneous human combustion be caused by something called ball lightning? Or can it be explained by something called the wick effect? From the infamous spontaneous combustion of Madame Nicole Millet in 1725 to the most recent case of spontaneous human combustion in 2020 in Estonia, scientists continue to search for a logical explanation. Ignite your curiosity with this exciting new book that covers the history, the science, and the mystery of SHC!

When a bomb rips open a rift in the Multiverse, the Teen Titans come face to face with a duplicate set of heroes from another dimension. But wait! These new Teen Titans are more than 70 years old! Can the youthful youngsters work with the savvy seniors to battle the Super-Villain known as The Brain? Or will the generation gap doom all ten heroes to a defeat for the ages? Find out in this hilariously mixed-up Multiverse chapter book for fans of Teen Titans Go!

When Beast Boy uses Raven’s spell book, he conjures a hole in the Multiverse that brings the Zombie Titans to town. If that wasn’t bad enough, a terrifying text from Tamaran alerts Starfire that her evil sister is up to no good. It’s a diabolical double whammy! Can the Teen Titans battle Blackfire and zombies at the same time? Or will they throw up their hands and become a brain buffet for their undead counterparts? Find out in this hilariously mixed-up Multiverse chapter book for fans of Teen Titans Go!

Someone has stolen a litter of rare cats from a Gotham City pet shop! Batman and Robin team up with Batgirl to solve the case. But before the cat burglar is captured, another valuable item goes missing: a cat-themed painting from the Gotham Museum of Art. Can the Bat-Family put a stop to these kitty capers, or are the Caped Crusaders up against the purr-fect crimes? Find out in this must-read installment of Bat-Family Adventures. With easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this exhilarating series is perfect for all young superhero fans!

There’s a BIG problem in Gotham City! Killer Croc has stolen a growth potion from a local laboratory, and now the giant-sized villain is on the loose! To stop the rampaging reptile, Batman teams up with members of the Bat-Family: Robin, Batgirl and Batwoman! Can this crew of crusaders stop Croc, or will the two-ton crook crush these crime fighters? Find out in this must-read installment of Bat-Family Adventures! With easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this exhilarating series is perfect for all young superhero fans!

When the animals escape Gotham City Zoo, Batman calls on Robin and Nightwing for backup. Turns out, the runaway beasts are under the mind-control powers of the evil Gorilla Grodd! Can the Bat-Family quickly curtail this animal attack, or are the Caped Crusaders in for a wild ride? With easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this exhilarating series is a must-read for all young superhero fans!

When Batman and Robin head out to stop a jewellery shop thief in Gotham City, they leave their faithful canine companion, Ace, behind. But things take an unexpected turn when the mischievous Bat-Mite shows up in the Batcave, granting the Bat-Hound incredible superpowers! Suddenly, Ace soars into action, joining the Dynamic Duo on a high-stakes chase. Will the Bat-Family capture the crook, or will Gotham's newest superhero face some paw-sitively surprising obstacles? With its easy-to-read text and full-colour illustrations, this wholesome early chapter book is a perfect choice for all young superhero fans!

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. 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 Wonder Woman!

Why is Superman so powerful on Earth? What is his suit made of? How does red Kryptonite affect the Man of Steel? Dig into a treasure trove of info about the Last Son of Krypton. 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 Superman!

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most well-known characters of our time. In this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series, young readers will get to know American icon Smokey Bear's history with the U.S. Forest Service and fire safety 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 wearing a pair of blue jeans and a forest ranger hat has found himself in classrooms, on stamps, in cartoons, on lunchboxes, in comic strips, and even as a giant balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. In 1950, Smokey came to life when a real-life bear cub rescued from a fire in New Mexico was named Smokey and became a living version of the character. Young readers can find even more reasons to love the face of forest fire prevention in this book that tells his whole history.

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most well-known characters of our time. In this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series, young readers will get to know American icon Smokey Bear's history with the U.S. Forest Service and fire safety 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 wearing a pair of blue jeans and a forest ranger hat has found himself in classrooms, on stamps, in cartoons, on lunchboxes, in comic strips, and even as a giant balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. In 1950, Smokey came to life when a real-life bear cub rescued from a fire in New Mexico was named Smokey and became a living version of the character. Young readers can find even more reasons to love the face of forest fire prevention in this book that tells his whole history.

How does Batman stay in shape? What does he store in his Utility Belt? Who does the Dark Knight turn to when he gets in a jam? Dive into a treasure trove of info about Gotham City’s Caped Crusader. Featuring captivating text, fun lists, quick 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 Batman!

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!