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Speed Reader

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When Zander Fast discovers an old book that gives him the power of super speed, he finds himself the last in a long line of heroes. But is the world ready for a hero right now? The Flash meets The Bad Guys in this all-new, action-packed... Read More
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Speed Reader

When Zander Fast discovers an old book that gives him the power of super speed, he finds himself the last in a long line of heroes. But is the world ready for a hero right now?ย The Flash meets The Bad Guysย in this all-new, action-packed graphic novel series from the award-winning creator of the Cat Ninja books!

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When Zander Fast discovers an old book that gives him the power of super speed, he finds himself the last in a long line of heroes. But is the world ready for a hero right now? The Flash meets The Bad Guys in this all-new, action-packed graphic novel series from the award-winning creator of the Cat Ninja books!

Zander Fast is always lastโ€”last to complete an assignment, last to finish reading, and last to the bus. Even worse, his Great Uncle Merv is constantly embarrassing him with his cheesy catchphrases and tall-tale stories. But when Zander receives a mysterious book in the mail, all of that changes. Suddenly, Zander has the speed (and popularity) heโ€™s always wantedโ€“โ€“and Uncle Mervโ€™s stories no longer seem so far-fetched.

Between navigating the perils of middle school and balancing his newfound powers with his studies, Zander, his best friend Tanya May, and his trusty dog Spike must protect their hometown as it transforms into a wacky world of ex-heroes and villains. Will a mind-controlling villain have his way with the people of Cape City? Or will a new generation of heroes emerge to defeat him?

Series: The Speed Reader

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781524886394

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 April 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Zack Giallongo

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 18g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Matthew Cody is the author of several popular books, including the award-winning Supers of Nobleโ€™s Green trilogy: Powerless, Super, and Villainous and the bestselling Cat Ninja series.ย He is also the author of Will in Scarlet and The Dead Gentleman, as well as the graphic novels Zatanna and the House of Secretsย and Theย Bright Family. He lives in Manhattan, New York, with his wife and son.

Zack Giallongoย is a professional cartoonist, cheese enthusiast, and amateur banjoist. His 2012 graphic novel,ย Broxo,ย was aย New York Timesย bestseller.

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