Banana Fox and the Secret Sour Society

In Banana Fox and the Secret Sour Society (2021–present, Scholastic), the debut issue launches a graphic novel series for young readers by introducing a sly, fruit-shaped detective who tangles with a mysterious group of sour-themed villains. Published under Scholastic's Graphix imprint, this single-issue start showcases creator James Kochalka's signature blend of goofy humor and kid-friendly mystery. It matters as a fresh, accessible entry point for early chapter-book readers, offering a lighthearted spin on the detective genre with a distinctly zany visual style.