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Scrapyard Detectives: Collected Cases#1
Cover: Bill Galvan & Michael T. Gilbert & Jack Purcell

Scrapyard Detectives: Collected Cases #1

Jan 2007 · Diversity Foundation · 5.00 USD
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In "The Scrapyard Detectives and the Case of the Missing Roses," the young sleuths take on their most puzzling mystery yet when the carefully tended rose beds of new neighbor Lisan Khatib are mysteriously destroyed. With Robert’s latest invention—a flying rocket scooter—still buzzing in their minds, the team sets out to uncover who would vandalize the flowers and why, all while navigating their first real interaction with their new neighbors. Written and illustrated by Bill Galvan, with lettering by Dave Lanphear and contributions from Michael T. Gilbert and Jack Purcell on the cover, this 2007 collection launch blends suburban intrigue with the charm of a classic mystery, all wrapped in a distinctive visual style.

Contains 5 stories
The Scrapyard Detectives and the Case of the Missing Roses
18 pp · Drama, Children, Detective-Mystery
Scrapyard Detectives [Robert ReillyJinn LeeRaymond Garcia]Mr. MarrMr. Lee (Jinn's father)Kahl Lee (Jinn's little brother)Rex (Jinn's pet tarantula)Lisan Khatib

When the Scrapyard Detectives’ latest meeting is interrupted by a flying rocket scooter and a new neighbor’s arrival, Jo and her friends are drawn into a mystery that blooms from the heart of their own backyard—after the Khatibs’ cherished rose beds are torn up overnight, the team sets out to uncover who would ruin such a tender tribute, and why.

Patriot Dreams
27 pp · Drama, Children, Detective-Mystery
Captain PatriotDr. SinisterUlgo (all as characters in a comic book)League of Real Patriots (a boy's club) [TerryBrianMike Brenner]Scrapyard Detectives [Robert ReillyJinn LeeRaymond Garcia]The MayorRebecca Gonzalez (a City Council member)Thanat Panupong (a member of the growing Thai community, cameo)Mike's dad

In "Patriot Dreams," Ray and Jinn find themselves in the middle of a town-wide celebration of unity when a fire erupts at the newly opened community center, leaving the building in ruins. As the Scrapyard Detectives take on the case, they must untangle a mystery rooted in conflicting ideals, chasing a suspect who believes he's defending a vision of patriotism—no matter the cost.

A Friend in Need
24 pp · Drama, Children, Detective-Mystery
The Scrapyard Detectives [Robert ReillyJinn LeeRaymond Garcia]Ben CrenshawMr. Thompson (Ben's stepfather)Mrs. Valenti (cameo flashback)

In "A Friend in Need," the Scrapyard Detectives tackle three puzzling cases at once: tracking down a missing dog, uncovering who’s stealing food from their clubhouse, and figuring out why the school’s star quarterback has gone from outgoing to distant overnight. With teamwork and sharp eyes, they follow clues through the neighborhood, where every small mystery might just lead to a bigger truth.

The Mystery of the Stolen Junk!
11 pp · Drama, Children, Detective-Mystery
Scrapyard Detectives [Robert ReillyJinn LeeRaymond Garcia]Wyatt LehiMr. Reilly (Robert's dad)Darious (the junkyard foreman)Mr. Swedge (a modern artist)Sharon Lehi (a museum curator)cameos: Mr. Lee (cameo)Mrs. Lee (cameo)Raymond's sisters (cameos)Mrs. Reilly (cameo)

When Ray, Robert, and Jinn stumble upon a mysterious theft at Robert’s dad’s scrapyard, they’re quick to suspect a sneaky intruder. With curiosity and teamwork, the trio follows the clues hidden among the junk, turning their chance encounter into their first real mystery. The story, written by a team of creators and illustrated with playful detail, captures the thrill of young minds solving a puzzle they never expected.

War in Space
5 pp · Superhero
Captain Patriotthe Tooriansthe TalaxiansLibrek (a Toorian)Klaxo (a Talaxian)

In "War in Space," Captain Patriot finds himself caught between two warring alien races, each determined to claim the same planet for colonization. With no weapons to spare and only his sharp mind to rely on, he must navigate a tense standoff before peace collapses into all-out war.

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Full credits

writer, artist, inker, colorist Bill Galvan
letterer Dave Lanphear
cover pencils Bill Galvan
cover pencils, inks Michael T. Gilbert
cover inks Jack Purcell

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↩ Reprints Scrapyard Detectives #1 (2003), Scrapyard Detectives #3 (2006), Scrapyard Detectives #2

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