Denzell Dankwah – illustratör

Marcus and his friends navigate newfound powers rootedin the ancient African mythology of Ananse in this original,action-packed full-colour graphic novel for readers aged 9+, perfectfor fans of Miles Morales. Marcus is struggling to focus at school, despite his brains. Heand his friends, Tayo, Gina and TJ, are good kids, but don't alwaysmake the best decisions... And when they find four strange,symbol-covered totems, the real trouble begins.The totems are magical items once belonging to Ananse, the legendaryspider god from Ghanaian folklore. The good news: they'vegranted the friends incredible ancient powers - like energy blasts,protective shields and super-strength.The bad news: Adze, a dangerous enemy of Ananse, is determinedto steal their powers for his own dark ends... And Tayo's life hangsin the balance. Can Marcus find his strength and save his friendbefore it's too late?An exciting, authentic and accessible graphic novel fullof quick humour, superhero action and video-game-style battles,printed in full colour, perfect for readers aged 9-13 and fansof Miles Morales, Marvel movies and Amari and the NightBrothers. Rooted in African mythology and centring a modern-day Ghanaianfamily and their community in the UK. Includes a warm, positive representation of ADHD and the benefitsof embracing neurodivergent ways of thinking.

___________________________________What do you want to be when you grow up?Discover the new daring tales of inspiration from over fifty iconic British icons today, who have each harnessed their curiosity and ambition and turned it into their own superhero power.With a special introduction by Stormzy!Every inspirational figure has something that makes them special, just like you. Just look at:· Princess K, who went from tapping her foot under the desk at school, to dancing centre stage at Glastonbury· Dina Asher Smith, who started out crawling at lightning speed and became the fastest British woman in history· Reggie Yates, who used his power of empathy to connect instantly both in person and through the TV· Riz Ahmed, whose ability to code-switch between cultures and creative outlets let him excel as a scholar, actor, activist, and rapper· Liam Charles, who followed his childhood passion in the kitchen to become a Bake Off masterThis is a book filled with inspiring journeys, to encourage and empower you to harness your power, and become your own superhero.8% of the RRP for all print sales in the UK of Superheroes will be donated to MERKY FOUNDATION LIMITED (Registered Charity No. 1186891)

___________________________________What do you want to be when you grow up?Discover the new daring tales of inspiration from over fifty iconic British icons today, who have each harnessed their curiosity and ambition and turned it into their own superhero power.With a special introduction by Stormzy!Every inspirational figure has something that makes them special, just like you. Just look at:· Princess K, who went from tapping her foot under the desk at school, to dancing centre stage at Glastonbury· Dina Asher Smith, who started out crawling at lightning speed and became the fastest British woman in history· Reggie Yates, who used his power of empathy to connect instantly both in person and through the TV· Riz Ahmed, whose ability to code-switch between cultures and creative outlets let him excel as a scholar, actor, activist, and rapper· Liam Charles, who followed his childhood passion in the kitchen to become a Bake Off masterThis is a book filled with inspiring journeys, to encourage and empower you to harness your power, and become your own superhero.