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For a children's comic, this was super cute and wholesome. I, as an adult, flew through the book in about 10 minutes but had a smile on my face throughout. I loved the artwork!!
Great story giving the background of Stan Lee and how ha started Marvel. Beautifully illustrated and pitched perfectly to appeal to all ages.
Thanks #NetGalley for the ARC! I absolutely loved #StanLee ! I learned some thing’s and that’s what I love about books, especially historical /biographical non-fiction. And I LOVE graphic novel biographies! It’s the perfect way to consume information about someone’s life! Please keep making comics/graphic novels like this!
Loved reading about Stan Lee... didn't even know that that was a pen name! I love the world that he created with Marvel and so reading about this background and life was very intriguing. It was good to know more about him. And always loved his small acting roles in the movies.
I got this on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review!
I really love this series of biographies, and this was no different! I have also always looked up to and been interested in Stan Lee, as a more casual and closeted comic book fan / superhero fan! It all started with Spider Man as a kid, the movies, some animated tv-shows and the ps2 game etc! Always so cool to learn about someone who has made such a difference and shaped the industry in such a big way!
Really recommend it!
A great look at a creator who's responsible for some of the best-known characters ever! The glimpses of his home life, and how his wife inspired his approach to creating superheroes, was particularly interesting.
Another great addition to the series. Covers important parts of Stan Lee's life in way that children will really relate to, with a positive message. You'd don't have to be a comic fan to appreciate it. Beautiful illustrations as you would expect with this wonderful series. Will be recommending
We love learning about brilliant people, and we love this series! My wife and I are massive film nerds so this is the perfect intersection for us!
In this series of picture book biographies, the format is similar to that of a fictional picture book. Half of the text focuses on the subjects’ youth, the other half on their achievements as adults, which makes sense since most of them are fairly young.
What I love about the Little Peiple, Bug Dreams series is that is not only educational for kids, but as the adult reader too. Stan Lee’s installment taught me that 1) his name is Stanley and Stan Lee is his own name 2) he also loved reading so much that if a book wasn’t around he would start reading labels on whatever was near (just like me) and 3) that he worked hard to achieve his long lasting dream and never stopped being involved in his passions.
These lessons are incredibly important for little mind, but equally important reminders for us adults as we navigate the hardships and mundane of life. Stan wanted his superheroes to capture what it’s like to be a real human while also conquering the unthinkable, and as far fetched as that can seem, we all are doing this in a daily basis, making us the true superheroes of our own lives.
Stan saw that and helped teach that lesson and I love how beautifully this simple and stunningly illustrated biography passes his mission along. Another wonderful addition to one our family’s favorite series!
The art is super cute and liked the colors. The story is easy for children to understand. It doesn't discuss Lee's DC work but you can't include everything in a book like this I really liked that they included the co-creators of character Lee helped create.
I am a big fan of the “Little people, BIG DREAMS” series, and have read a good share of them. They are always very well written and informative, but not overwhelmingly so.
I am also a fan of Stan Lee and enjoyed finding out more about him. A great book for both young and old!
"Stan Lee" is a delightful and inspiring biography for not only young readers but for anyone who has a dream. This beautifully illustrated book captures the essence of Stan Lee's life and his contributions to the world of comics with his iconic characters. The narrative is simple yet powerful, highlighting Lee's creativity, passion, and never give up attitude. It is an excellent introduction to Lee's life and legacy. The illustrations by Ana Albero are so vibrant, cute and are just right for a young audience.
Thank you to #NetGalley and the author Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara for a digital copy of #StanLee in exchange for my honest opinion.
I think Stan Lee is an interesting addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series of biographies for kids. I bet there are a lot of kids who don't necessarily know who he is - but the definitely would recognize the characters and world that he created. This is a great way to introduce those kids to the creator of their favorite superheroes and to demonstrate the importance of creativity and perseverance toward a particular goal. This story was a well crafted narrative that highlighted important lessons from Stan Lee's journey throughout his life and career.
The illustrations are unique and colorful. They serve to enhance the story and support what is written on each page. I really enjoyed this story and it definitely makes a good addition to the collection. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC to read and review!
This was such a good edition to the Little People, Big Dreams series. It's a great overview of Stan Lee's life. I especially loved the recognition of Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko as fellow creators of popular comic characters.
I love these books by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. I find it so interesting to learn more about people I already know. I know these are aimed at children but I think they are really insightful.
I will admit I didn’t know how integral Sten Lee was to so many Marvel Comics + films. The illustrations in this story were particularly joyful. The illustration style paid attention to detail for each part of the story which as a creative myself I thoroughly enjoyed. I just know this book is going to be well received when it’s published!
I adore the fun illustrations and young reader-focused bios of famous people in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, including this one on Stan Lee, creator of the Hulk, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and other beloved super heroes. Also includes a timeline of Lee's life and historical photos that bring readers a full sense of this creative genius. Recommended!
This was a supercute easy read!
Both me and my 8 year old loved the book, and our only wish was that it would be longer since we would want more of this book! The drawings are cute, original and really great for this story. The story is short and wellplanned enough to work at such a few pages. As big Stan Lee fans we would love to have this book with a hundred pages more to learn more abour Stan Lee and his life!
This graphic novel is perfect for kids that are starting to get to know the Marvel and DC Universe, but also perfect for adults that only wants to read and learn more about Stan Lee.
Thank you for a good read!
The boy who loved to read and wanted new heroes created them in his mind and soon created a whole superhero universe for everyone.
The illustrations by Ana Albero are fun, simple, brilliantly colorful, and delightful.
Well suited for reading WITH someone of any age including ESL, and great for gifting to anyone, but especially to a school or your local public library!
I requested and received a free temporary e-book on Adobe Digital Editions from Quarto Publishing Group/Frances Lincoln Children's Books via NetGalley. Thank you! Expected publication 2 July 2024
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