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John Chalmers + Sandra Marrs aka Metaphrog We make graphic novels / comics. Rep’d by United Agents. Scottish + French. Glasgow. Wilomina out Sept 2026 from Scholastic UK https://metaphrog.com

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I have just mastered the art of accidentally making a clothes peg stand straight on a surface, while making a snack.

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To make a graphic novel you need three things: dedication, stamina, discipline. It can take a long time to make a book, and it can be hard work, but it’s worth it. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

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Scholastic is set to publish a graphic novel adaptation of Benjamin Zephaniah's Windrush Child. The late author and poet’s book will be published in a new, accessible illustrated format on the Graphix imprint in March 2026 👇

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Currently reading Class A, the graphic novel adaptation (from the Cherub series). #KidsGN📚💬

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I don't often do in-person podcasts, but when at a Mini-Con in my own state, I had to do it. So, in separate segments in this week's Off Panel, I talked with the great Kazu Kibuishi, @ryannorth.ca, and @lucyknisley.bsky.social about why comics rule, basically. It's a delight. Listen up!

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#KidsGN📚💬

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Guys guys drop this a preorder, it looks amazing! And then it will arrive in the post for free because past money isn't real money, that's the law.

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Just started watching Travelers and we like that people from the future are all vegans. Wondering if they're going to elaborate on that.

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Just posting stupid stuff on TikTok www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

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Yeah, what she says.

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Reading our way through all the Baby-Sitters Little Sister. They’re so cute! #KidsGN📚💬

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Only 206 authors get the maximum PLR amount of £6600. Out of over 24000 contributors!

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In 2025, UK PLR earnings were successfully distributed to 24,275 eligible contributors. Just received this in our inbox. Is that the number of authors and illustrators in the UK out there? #booksky #KidLitUK

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Making a graphic novel is like running a marathon, all day, everyday, all year round.

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We can't show the graphic novel we're working on yet but we can show what we're drawing it with. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

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#KidsGN📚💬

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Cool!

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At some point in the future, the only books kids will want to read are graphic novels. In a few generations, maybe. There’s already a decline in reading books, and in reading to toddlers, and kids use screens more and more, and that’s going to increase.. Comics are just more immediate than prose.

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Since we're not allowed to show what we're working on yet, I'm trying to come up with other kinds of reels to share. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

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What is round, highly calorific, and #2 IN THE CHILDREN’S BOOK CHART APPARENTLY??? These little guys! @dfbstoryhouse.bsky.social

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You want to stay young? Stay curious. #science #neuroscience bigthink.com/smart-skills...

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We had one more Reckless GN to read - book 4 (didn’t read them in order) and this one is by far THE BEST (imo)! @seanphillips.bsky.social can you tell Ed Brubaker to write more with Anna as lead character, or give her her own series? This one was so brilliant we just want to read again straight away

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You're reborn as a cartoon character, who are you?

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🚨🌱 The Chancellor is reviewing all public spending from scratch. Please join me in signing the @campaignforthearts.org petition to remind the UK Govt: the arts make our lives happier & our communities stronger. Now is the moment to invest in them. www.campaignforthearts.org/petitions/sp...

I have just mastered the art of accidentally making a clothes peg stand straight on a surface, while making a snack.

To make a graphic novel you need three things: dedication, stamina, discipline. It can take a long time to make a book, and it can be hard work, but it’s worth it. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

Scholastic is set to publish a graphic novel adaptation of Benjamin Zephaniah's Windrush Child. The late author and poet’s book will be published in a new, accessible illustrated format on the Graphix imprint in March 2026 👇

Currently reading Class A, the graphic novel adaptation (from the Cherub series). #KidsGN📚💬

I don't often do in-person podcasts, but when at a Mini-Con in my own state, I had to do it. So, in separate segments in this week's Off Panel, I talked with the great Kazu Kibuishi, @ryannorth.ca, and @lucyknisley.bsky.social about why comics rule, basically. It's a delight. Listen up!

#KidsGN📚💬

Guys guys drop this a preorder, it looks amazing! And then it will arrive in the post for free because past money isn't real money, that's the law.

Just started watching Travelers and we like that people from the future are all vegans. Wondering if they're going to elaborate on that.

Just posting stupid stuff on TikTok www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

Yeah, what she says.

Reading our way through all the Baby-Sitters Little Sister. They’re so cute! #KidsGN📚💬

Only 206 authors get the maximum PLR amount of £6600. Out of over 24000 contributors!

In 2025, UK PLR earnings were successfully distributed to 24,275 eligible contributors. Just received this in our inbox. Is that the number of authors and illustrators in the UK out there? #booksky #KidLitUK

Making a graphic novel is like running a marathon, all day, everyday, all year round.

We can't show the graphic novel we're working on yet but we can show what we're drawing it with. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

#KidsGN📚💬

Cool!

Since we're not allowed to show what we're working on yet, I'm trying to come up with other kinds of reels to share. www.tiktok.com/@metaphrog/v...

What is round, highly calorific, and #2 IN THE CHILDREN’S BOOK CHART APPARENTLY??? These little guys! @dfbstoryhouse.bsky.social

You want to stay young? Stay curious. #science #neuroscience bigthink.com/smart-skills...

You're reborn as a cartoon character, who are you?

🚨🌱 The Chancellor is reviewing all public spending from scratch. Please join me in signing the @campaignforthearts.org petition to remind the UK Govt: the arts make our lives happier & our communities stronger. Now is the moment to invest in them. www.campaignforthearts.org/petitions/sp...

Happy publication day! #KidsGN📚💬

Out today from Scholastic UK! #KidsGN📚💬