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Hilarious graphic novel series

Graphic novels that earn proper laughs — the kind that send a child into giggles on the carpet and keep a parent reading along. We picked series that newer readers can finish in a sitting, with art that does the heavy lifting and jokes that land for kids who are still working out timing themselves.

Funny19 picksAges 5–11Last reviewed July 2026
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i.

Boss of the Underworld

by Tor Freeman · 2025–2026

Series · 3 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–10

Three fast, funny, full-colour comic quests through a bonkers underworld, ideal for reluctant readers who want big laughs, strange creatures and a proper adventure.

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ii.

Unfairies

by Huw Aaron · 2025–2026

Series · 2 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–10

Best for young graphic novel readers who want fairies made rude, chaotic and funny rather than sweet or sparkly.

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iii.

Batcat

by Meggie Ramm · 2022–2026

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 5–9

Four warm, funny full-colour graphic novels about a bat-powered cat superhero, perfectly pitched for reluctant readers stepping into comics.

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iv.

Wombats!

by Maddie Frost · 2023–2024

Series · 2 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 5–8

Best for 5-8s who want gentle animal comics with friendship, camping, magic, jokes and very manageable peril.

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v.

The First Cat in Space

by Mac Barnett · 2022–2025

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–10

Best for 7–10s who want a fast, silly, visually inventive graphic novel series; also a great read-aloud for adults willing to do voices.

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vi.

Barb the Brave

by Dan Abdo · 2022–2025

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–11

Best for younger graphic novel readers who want Dog Man-level energy pointed towards swords, monsters, quests and fantasy teamwork.

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vii.

Pablo and Splash

by Sheena Dempsey · 2024–2026

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–9

Best for 6-9s who like funny animal comics, time travel, dinosaurs, history and easy-to-follow visual adventure.

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viii.

InvestiGators

by John Patrick Green · 2020–2026

Series · 10 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–10

Best for reluctant readers who want bright, silly, fast-moving graphic novels with puns, gadgets and animal-detective chaos.

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ix.

Kitty Quest

by Phil Corbett · 2021–2024

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–10

Best for young graphic novel readers who want cats, quests, monsters and jokes in a fast, colourful package.

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x.

Bird & Squirrel

by James Burks · 2012–2019

Series · 7 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–9

Best for early graphic novel readers who like chase scenes, animal comedy, anxious-versus-bold friendship dynamics and lots of visual momentum.

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xi.

Peng and Spanners

by Steve Webb · 2024–2026

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–9

Best for 6-9s who like funny animal comics, ridiculous villains, gadgets, slapstick and accessible graphic novel action.

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xii.

Donut Squad

by Neill Cameron · 2025–2026

Series · 3 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 5–8

Best for younger readers who want funny food characters, comic action and very low-pressure graphic novel reading.

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xiii.

Blue, Barry & Pancakes

by Dan Abdo · 2024–2026

Series · 6 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 5–8

Best for 5-8s who want their comics silly, fast, colourful and emotionally safe.

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xiv.

Looshkin

by Jamie Smart · 2018–2021

Series · 3 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–11

Best for children who love cartoon chaos, absurd jokes and characters who behave exactly as badly as real life will not allow.

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xv.

Tiny Hercules

by Jon Lock · 2026

Series · 2 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–11

The world's tiniest, mightiest hero tackles twelve epic tasks in a fast, funny full-colour comic series — non-stop action and big laughs for Bunny vs Monkey and Dog Man fans.

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xvi.

Mr. Wolf's Class

by Aron Nels Steinke · 2018–2026

Series · 6 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 6–9

Gentle, funny graphic novels about a fourth-grade animal class and the everyday dramas of school — friendship, jealousy, belonging and a kind teacher who looks out for everyone.

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xvii.

Megalomaniacs: The Invasion Begins!

by Jamie Smart · 2026

Graphic Novels · Ages 7–11

A brand-new Jamie Smart comic-book romp with aliens, chaos and Phoenix-style gag energy. Best for Bunny vs Monkey and Looshkin fans who want fast, silly, high-impact graphic-novel comedy.

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xviii.

Alan, King of the Universe

by Tom McLaughlin · 2025–2027

Series · 3 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–10

Two-colour graphic novel mayhem starring a would-be tyrant cat and his loyal dog — big panels, joke-per-page energy and an easy step up for newly independent and reluctant readers.

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xix.

Toby and the Pixies

by James Turner · 2024–2026

Series · 4 books · Graphic Novels · Ages 7–10

Best for 7-10s who like silly graphic novels with fantasy chaos, friendship bickering and a hero who is not quite as confident as he wants to be.

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