The League of Littles

Lyall (Waking the Dead and Other Fun Activities) teams up with illustrator Faber in this shenanigans-filled graphic novel, a dual comics debut, that reimagines quintessential sibling rivalry. Nine-year-olds Lexi, Mo, and Eli are trainees in the League of Littles, a covert resistance group that aims to uplift younger siblings globally. Their first mission is to find a missing pet before their longtime rivals, the Band of Bigs. As the Littles navigate their clandestine operation, they realize that outsmarting the Bigs will take teamwork, quick thinking, and a lot of luck. Lyall skillfully transforms quotidian sibling dynamics into a thrilling spy adventure complete with secret missions, opposing organizations, and high-stakes rescues. Keen worldbuilding—along with the LOLs and the BOBs is the Middles and Onlys Guild—adds nuance to this playful spin on perceived familial hierarchies. Faber’s energetic artwork complements the book’s blend of comedy and derring-do, which emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and learning to recognize individual strengths, making for an amusing romp that’s chock-full of heart and laughs. Back matter includes character profiles rendered as top secret agent dossiers. The protagonists are depicted with varying skin tones. Ages 8–12. (June)