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Owly
Series · 6 books · 2004-2012

Books in series

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#1

The Way Home

2004

All Owly wants is a friend... Owly is a good-natured little owl, and he's always helping those around him. But despite his kindness, he seems to frighten would-be friends away before they even give him a chance, just because he's an owl. That all changes, though, once Owly meets Wormy. Like Owly, Wormy is in need of a good friend, too—someone who can be counted on for a helping hand, a good laugh, and a great adventure! Through a unique blend of words and symbols, Owly can be read by the youngest readers, and is a great introduction to graphic novels!
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#2

Owly, Vol. 2

Just a Little Blue

2005

Owly is a kind-hearted little owl who knows what it means to be human. The second graphic novel in the breakout, all-ages series follows Owly as he learns that sometimes you have to make sacrifices for things that are important, especially friendship. Relying on a mixture of symbols and expressions, Andy Runton's animated and heartwarming style makes Owly a perfect read for everyone.
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#3

Flying Lessons

2006

Owly is a kind-hearted little owl who knows what it means to be human. The third graphic novel in the breakout, all-ages series is a charming story of understanding and acceptance, where Owly learns that everyone is special and it's okay to be different. Relying on a mixture of symbols and expressions, Andy Runton's animated and heartwarming style makes Owly a perfect read for everyone.
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#4

A Time to Be Brave

2007

Owly is a kind, yet lonely little owl who knows what it means to be human. The fourth graphic novel in the award-winning, all-ages series tells the story of a new visitor to the forest. He may be misunderstood because of how he looks, but things aren't always what they seem, and everyone soon finds out that the power of friendship can fix just about anything. Relying on a mixture of symbols, icons and expressions, Andy Runton's animated and heartwarming style makes it a perfect read.
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#5

Tiny Tales

2008

Owly is a kind-hearted little owl who knows what it means to be human. This fifth graphic novel in the amazing all-ages Owly series collects many unpublished and out-of-print Owly tales. Tiny Tales kicks off with a brand-new Owly adventure. Included are the Owly Free Comic Book Day stories Splashin' Around, Breakin' the Ice, and Helping Hands; the very first Owly mini-comics; and rare, never before seen drawings of little Owly before he met his best friend, Wormy, and grew into the character that is loved by fans and critics alike all around the world. Other bonus material includes a Sketchbook and "How To Draw Owly" sections. Andy Runton's animated and heartwarming style makes Owly a perfect read for everyone.
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#8

Owly & Wormy, Bright Lights and Starry Nights

2012

Out on a stargazing venture in this wordless picture book, Owly and Wormy discover that it’s fine to be frightened—but it’s better to be brave. Owly and Wormy want to see the stars! So they gather their telescope and their lantern and head out into the dark night, all the way to the edge of their branch. Try as they might, though, they can only see leaves...and branches...and more leaves. But these two friends are not about to let a little obstacle like foliage stop them. They head back home and stock up for a longer trip. Armed with camping gear, galoshes, and tasty treats—and their wits, of course!—Owly and Wormy set out once again. This time, though, there are even bigger challenges to face. What's that "screee" sound? What's that "click click clicking" sound?! And what happened to their telescope?!? Oh dear! But if they're brave enough, they just might discover that there are nearly as many new friends on the horizon to help them as there are stars in the sky.

Author

Andy Runton
Andy Runton
Author · 7 books

Andy is the creator of the breakout all-ages series of graphic novels, Owly, featuring a kind-hearted little owl who's always searching for new friends and adventure. Relying on a mixture of symbols and expressions to tell his silent stories, Andy?s work showcases both his gift for characterization and his love of birds, animals, and the outdoors. His animated and heartwarming style has made him a favorite of both fans and critics alike. The Owly series has earned him multiple awards in the comics and graphic novel community, including the Howard E. Day Memorial Prize, the Harvey Award, two Ignatz Awards, and the 2006 Eisner Award for "Best Publication for a Younger Audience". He lives in the greater Atlanta area, where he works full-time on Owly comics, books, and graphic novels.

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