Jack and the Box

Jack and the Box is a whimsical, ongoing series from Candlewick Press that began in 2008, blending picture book charm with comic storytelling. Created by the acclaimed husband-and-wife team of Art Spiegelman and Françoise Mouly, it follows a boy named Jack and his mischievous, shape-shifting toy, a toy that arrives in a box and constantly upends his quiet world. Though not a traditional issue-based comic, its playful, minimalist art and gentle absurdity have made it a beloved entry point for young readers into the world of sequential art.