Hilda and the Black Hound by Luke Pearson

The fourth book in the Hilda series is the best, as the character is now established enough on the page to allow for a greater exploration of her environment. 'Pearson has mastered both the gentler aspects of creating a compelling children’s character along with the art of conjuring an exciting, kinetic comic book adventure. 'In gorgeous, oversize pages filled with warm jewel tones, Pearson’s varied panel layouts and detailed, purplish backgrounds artfully carry emotional weight and subtle humor in equal measure… Every volume of this fairy-tale-adventure series is a must-have.' 'Though definitely an underachiever when it comes to merit badges, Hilda’s broad curiosity and willingness to stand up for the undergnome will make her a winner in most readers’ eyes.' Hilda’s dilemmas, while fantastic, also feel real Pearson has found a lovely new way to dramatize childhood demons, while also making you long for your own cruise down the fjords.' 'Pearson’s utter lack of pretension keeps Hilda feeling fresh, while his reading of folktales and Tove Jansson’s Moomin series embeds Hilda in the long history of children’s stories. He is a real inspiration.'Ī School Library Journal Top Graphic Novel of 2014Ī Booklist Top 10 Graphic Novel for Youth of 2014Ī Texas Library Association Little Mavericks Nominee for 2015 'In Hilda, Luke Pearson has created a truly odd and amazingly beautiful world-Stunningly personal and original. 'Luke Pearson's Hilda stories are beloved in our house, and they will surely be enjoyed by audiences for many years to come.' John Stanley's Little Lulu meets Miyazaki.' 'Luke Pearson is one of the best cartoonists working today. '.a charming, and surprisingly cozy, Nordic myth–inflected world full of trolls and giants and strange beasts.' Named one of The Beat's 100 Best Comics of the Decade Hilda is now on Netflix! Season 1 is the WINNER of the BAFTA Children's Award for Best Animated Series 2019! Season 2 is out now!

Hilda and the Black Hound by Luke Pearson