Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky: The Graphic Novel (Rick Riordan Presents)

In this graphic novel adaptation of Kwame Mbalia's novel, seventh-grader Tristan Strong is sent to his grandparents' Alabama farm after a tragedy, only to punch a hole into the mythical world of Alke. There, he teams up with the trickster god Anansi and the hero John Henry to battle iron monsters and save the stories of African and African American folklore. Published under the Rick Riordan Presents imprint by Hyperion in 2022, this single-issue graphic novel blends contemporary middle-grade adventure with a rich tapestry of Black mythology, brought to life by the artistic vision of Robert Venditti and Olivier Coipel. It matters as a vibrant, accessible entry point for young readers into a world where folklore and heroism collide.