Guys Read: Heroes & Villains

Heroes and Villains, the seventh volume in Jon Scieszka’s Guys Read Library of Great Reading, is chock-full of adventure stories featuring an array of characters—with and without capes.

Featuring ten all-new, original stories that run the gamut from fantasy to comics to contemporary adventure to nonfiction, and featuring eleven of the most acclaimed, exciting writers for kids working today, this short story collection is the perfect book for you, whether you use your powers for good—or evil.

• Action-Packed Stories: A car chase through Moscow, a battle with a giant goose, and a heist gone wrong—these ten tales are filled with excitement.
• Award-Winning Authors: Featuring brand-new stories from superstars like Lemony Snicket, Sharon Creech, Laurie Halse Anderson, Jack Gantos, and more.
• Heroes and Villains: Meet a bandit king trying to be a hero, a traitorous general facing judgment, and a regular kid who stands up to a bully.
• Fantasy and Adventure: Journey from magical kingdoms and historical New York City to the modern-day border and beyond in this collection that spans genres.
• Books for Boys 8-12: Curated by Jon Scieszka for the Guys Read library, this anthology is perfect for middle grade readers looking for humor and adventure.

“Packs a dizzying punch.” - Kirkus Reviews, about Thriller

“Funny Business sets the bar high. Will have readers laughing as they turn the pages.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA), about Funny Business

“This middle-grade collection thrills and satisfies.” - Wall Street Journal, about Terrifying Tales

“You certainly don’t have to be a guy to appreciate these morsels of fact-based storytelling and then beg for more.” - ALA Booklist (starred review), about True Stories

“Speculative fiction fans-especially tween guys-will rejoice.” - ALA Booklist, about Other Worlds

“Readers, boys and girls alike, need look no further.” - ALA Booklist (starred review), about The Sports Pages