Terry Teo and the Gunrunners

Terry Teo and the Gunrunners introduces readers to Terry Teo, a skateboarding super-sleuth who is far from your average schoolboy. In his very first adventure, Terry unwittingly dives into the criminal world of the villainous Ray Vegas, encountering a sinister gun smuggling operation. With the help of his karate-chopping sister, Polly, and older brother Ted, Terry must utilise all his street smarts to outwit Vegas' henchmen, defeat the smugglers, and ultimately save the day!

Originally released in 1982 as Terry and the Gunrunners, this distinctively local take on the Tintin graphic novel format became an instant hit with children nationwide. The success of the book propelled Terry into the status of an iconic Kiwi character, leading to two sequels and a beloved television adaptation, Terry and the Gunrunners (1985), featuring Adrian Bell, Michael Bentine, and Billy T. James.

This new edition has been digitally remastered and restored from the original artwork and archives, allowing readers to experience Terry's inaugural adventure in vibrant watercolour. It captures all the intricacies and excitement of this action-packed, family-favourite adventure!

The book also includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the history of this Kiwi icon and introduces the brand new TV series, Terry Teo (2015). Due to air soon on TVNZ, the series is produced by Gerard Johnstone and Luke Sharp, the creative minds behind the recent hit movie Housebound (2014). Starring Kahn West as Terry Teo, alongside Kimberley Crossman and Michael Hurst, the series is produced by Semi-Professional Pictures.