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The Workshop comic books issue 1

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Who Smashed Hollywood Barriers with Gyng Fu? Bruce Lee HC (2022 Penguin Workshop) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Bones Leopard. Art and cover by Ryan Inzana. Follow Bruce Lee as he breaks ground and makes gung fu (also known as kung fu) popular through the 1960s show The Green Hornet-pushing boundaries as the first Asian American man in a major supporting television role. A story of determination, dedication, and innovation, this graphic novel immerses readers in Bruce's journey to stardom as he fights to authentically showcase his martial-arts skills on screen. Discover how Bruce Lee introduced gung fu to millions across America through his historic role as Kato in this dynamic graphic novel by APALA Award-winning author Teresa Robeson and Eisner-nominated, APALA Honor-winning illustrator Ryan Inzana. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $13.99.

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    Who Was Katherine Johnson? SC (2025 Penguin Workshop) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Shelia P. Moses. Art and cover by Dede Putra. Read all about how a young Black girl who loved numbers grew into a brilliant mathematician who helped land the first person on the moon in this inspiring addition to the Who Was? series. From a very young age, Katherine Johnson counted everything—the number of dirty dishes she'd washed, the steps she walked to church, and even the number of leaves on the trees. By 1928, she was so intelligent and skilled at math that she was able to skip several grades and start high school at age ten! And while Katherine had to deal with racism, segregation, and prejudice throughout her life, she did not let this hold her back from becoming a mathematician. In 1953, she started working as a "human computer" at America's space agency, now known as NASA. Katherine calculated complex equations by hand, and these calculations helped astronauts travel safely into space. She was a part of many important missions, including the Apollo 11 mission that put the first person on the moon. Katherine Johnson broke barriers and became a trailblazer for women and people of color in the fields of math and science, and her story in this illustrated biography shows young readers that with hard work and determination, anyone can reach for the stars! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.99.

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    Who was Raised to be the Queen of France? Marie Antoinette HC (2024 Penguin Workshop) A Who HQ Graphic Novel 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Bones Leopard. Art and cover by Robin Richardson. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! Discover how Marie Antoinette navigated the pressures and obstacles that came with preparing to marry the future king of France, Louis XVI. A story of political maneuvering, royal expectations, and determined resolve, this graphic novel immerses readers in the lesser-known teenage years of France's most infamous queen-brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.