Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
Zita and Joseph tamper with a device found in a meteoroid crater which allows an alien to abduct Joseph to another universe. Zita follows after him and finds she must rescue him.
Originally published: 2011
Genres: Graphic novel, Comics, Novel, Science fiction
Illustrator: Ben Hatke
My Review of Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
I absolutely loved this children’s graphic novel. The characters are distinct and memorable, the illustrations are vibrant and full of life, and the pacing makes it a quick, engaging read. I was completely absorbed in the story and lost track of time. I was initially drawn to the book because of the name—Zita was also my grandmother’s name—but Zita the Spacegirl more than lived up to my expectations. A delightful adventure from start to finish!
Legends of Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
Zita’s exploits from her first adventure have made her an intergalactic megastar! But she’s about to find out that fame doesn’t come without a price. And who can you trust when your true self is being eclipsed by your public persona, and you’ve got a robot doppelganger wreaking havoc . . . while wearing your face? Still, if anyone can find their way through this intractable mess of mistaken identity and alien invaders, it’s the indomitable Zita, in Legends of Zita the Spacegirl.
Published 2012
Genres: Graphic novel, Comics, Novel, Science fiction
Illustrator: Ben Hatke
My Review of Legends of Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
I enjoyed this second installment every bit as much as the first. The story is filled with fun, imaginative characters, and I especially admired Zita for her strength and compassion. It’s a quick read with gorgeous illustrations—an absolute joy from beginning to end.
The Return of Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
Zita the Spacegirl has saved planets, battled monsters, and wrestled with interplanetary fame. But she faces her biggest challenge yet in the third and final installment of the Zita adventures. Wrongfully imprisoned on a penitentiary planet, Zita has to plot the galaxy’s greatest jailbreak before the evil prison warden can execute his plan of interstellar domination!
Published 2014
Genres: Graphic novel, Comics, Novel, Science fiction
Illustrator: Ben Hatke
My Review of The Return of Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
The third installment is a wonderful conclusion to the Zita the Spacegirl series. Each page bursts with bright colors that perfectly match the vibrant, quirky cast of characters. I’m a big fan of Zita—and of her talented creator, Ben Hatke.
The Eclectic World of Christina 