The Cardboard Kingdom

In The Cardboard Kingdom, a group of neighborhood kids transforms ordinary boxes, tape, and imagination into an epic summer of adventure, each child crafting a fantastical alter ego—from a mighty robot to a sly sorcerer. Published by Alfred A. Knopf starting in 2018, this warm, inclusive graphic novel is brought to vivid life by artist Chad Sell, whose playful, energetic panels celebrate creativity and friendship. Though a single volume, it resonates as a timeless snapshot of childhood wonder, where every cardboard creation becomes a doorway to self-discovery.