Anders and the Comet: Anders 1 by Gregory Mackay

‘These stories make me wish I was a kid again.’ Terry Denton

It’s the school holidays, and there are comics to read, games to be played, ice-cream to be eaten, and rhinos to impress at Wekiwa water park.

But then Anders and the gang encounter the peculiar Green Grabber deep in the forest, leading Anders to meet his wonderful pet beetle, Skip, and to wild adventures… But will they ever find their way home after a dramatic journey through the sky?

Anders and his friends have adventures and work together to solve problems in this cosy graphic novel series by the highly acclaimed creator, Gregory Mackay.

Anders is perfect for:
– Independent readers aged 6+
– Readers who love cosy animal stories where the emphasis is on friendship and teamwork
– Parents, teachers and librarians looking for gentle adventure stories in an invitingly cosy visual style
– Fans of graphic novels series like Cat Kid Comic Club and Cat and Cat Adventures

Praise for Anders:
– ‘Imaginative and entertaining’ Magpies
– ‘A delightful graphic novel’ Good Reading
– ‘A sweet, funny…graphic novel that champions friendship, creativity and imagination…perfect for comic fans or reluctant readers’ Readings

Read the entire Anders series:
Anders and the Comet
Anders and the Volcano
Anders and the Castle
Anders and the Mountain

It’s the beginning of the school holidays and Anders and his friends have much to do in this much-loved and award-winning series from one of Australia’s most exciting graphic-novel creators. Suitable for readers of Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club.

About the Author: Gregory Mackay has been making comics since school. He enjoys drawing and watercolour painting. He likes drawing aeroplanes and machines, as well as building models and painting pictures. Gregory’s books have received much acclaim including being shortlisted for the Angouleme Festival, the most prestigious comics awards in Europe.

31 Mar 2026
 

Anders and the Comet: Anders 1 by Gregory Mackay ISBN 9781761066269