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  • Steven Universe: The Tale of Steven

    Rebecca Sugar, Elle Michalka, Angie Wang

    Hardcover (Abrams, Oct. 8, 2019)
    The official picture-book adaptation of “Change Your Mind” by series creator Rebecca Sugar! In 2019, Cartoon Network aired a pivotal episode in its Emmy- and Annie-award nominated series Steven Universe: The hour-long special “Change Your Mind” revealed the highly anticipated culmination of Pink Diamond’s storyline. A companion book to the series, The Tale of Steven tells the story of “Change Your Mind” in the same style as the New York Times bestselling The Answer. Featuring an unusual and thought-provoking interactive format, readers will follow the story of Pink Diamond’s escape from Homeworld, Rose Quartz’s life on Earth, and the creation of Steven Universe, from multiple conflicting perspectives. The Tale of Steven will be an irresistible keepsake for Steven Universe fans of all ages. From the back cover:Once upon a time,a silly, impossible little Gem named Pink Diamond ran away from her Homeworld to the planet Earth. She transformed into Rose Quartz and gave up her existence to create a half-human child, Steven Universe. But so long as Steven has her Gem, can they BOTH exist? Is he her? Is she him? Is she trapped inside his Gem? This is so DISORIENTING! In a story unlike any other— made up of multiple points of view— who gets to tell the Tale of Steven?
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  • Guide to the Crystal Gems

    Rebecca Sugar

    Hardcover (Cartoon Network Books, Oct. 6, 2015)
    Introducing the Crystal Gems from Steven Universe! The Crystal Gems—Garnet, Amethyst, and Pearl—are three of the toughest heroes on earth. They are also mentors to Steven Universe, a gem/human hybrid boy whose mother was a great Gem leader. This guide, told from Steven’s point-of-view and written by the show's very own creator, Rebecca Sugar, is packed with facts about the Crystal Gems' powers, abilities, and origins, It also includes original art and a special introduction from Rebecca Sugar. This book is a must-have for any Steven Universe fan!
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  • Fusion for Beginners and Experts

    Rebecca Sugar, Angie Wang

    Hardcover (Cartoon Network Books, Dec. 26, 2017)
    A new book about love and friendship by New York Times bestselling author and creator of Steven Universe, Rebecca Sugar. When Gems fuse, their forms combine to create a Gem that is bigger, stronger, and more powerful than they are apart. But more importantly, Fusion is a process built on love, trust, and communication. It's like a dance that is perfectly in sync, or a conversation filled with perfect understanding. Learn all about Fusion with Steven, Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl, and the rest of the Gems on Earth as they share what Fusion—and love—mean to them. A perfect gift for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
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  • The Answer

    Rebecca Sugar, Tiffany Ford, Elle Michalka

    Hardcover (Cartoon Network Books, Sept. 6, 2016)
    This New York Times best-selling storybook by Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar explores the meaning of love as Ruby and Sapphire look to build a new life on a strange planet called Earth. Dazzling illustrations from show artists Elle Michalka and Tiffany Ford capture Ruby and Sapphire's wonder and surprise as their story takes a course that fate never planned for them. The Answer is not only a charming love story, but also tells the origin of Garnet, leader of the Crystal Gems. Garnet's story of self-discovery will be treasured by Steven Universe fans of all ages.
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  • Steven Universe Original Graphic Novel: Crystal Clean

    Rebecca Sugar

    Paperback (KaBOOM!, May 5, 2020)
    An all-new original graphic novel inspired by the world of the Cartoon Network Emmy® Award-nominated series, Steven Universe™ as Steven and the Crystal Gems must discover the truth behind the mysterious vandalism on the boardwalk!STEVEN MUST SAVE THE SUMMER! Steven and the Crystal Gems are recruited by Mayor Dewey to help clean up the boardwalk before their new summer festival - but who is behind these acts of vandalism? As Steven and his friends investigate, they’ll discover the culprits are their own kind of monstrous mess. Saving the day will be a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it! Writer Taiya Perper and artist Selena Bejarano present an all-new original graphic novel story inspired by the world of the Cartoon Network Emmy® Award-nominated series, Steven Universe™.
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  • Live from Beach City!

    Cartoon Network Books, Ian McGinty

    Paperback (Cartoon Network Books, Feb. 9, 2016)
    All the hits from Season 1 of Steven Universe!Steven Universe may have inherited his magical abilities from his mother, Rose Quartz, but there's no doubt that his love of music comes from his father, Greg Universe. Now, fans can learn to sing and play all of Steven's favorite songs—from the tunes he learns on his ukulele, to his father's guitar hits, as well as original songs sung by each of the Crystal Gems. This music book also gives kids the tools and inspiration they need to write their own songs!
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  • Steven Universe: Welcome to Beach City

    Jeremy Sorese, Chrystin Garland, Coleman Engle, Grace Kraft, Rebecca Sugar, Cara McGee, Sara Talmadge, Ayme Sotuyo, T. Zysk

    Paperback (KaBOOM!, Nov. 12, 2019)
    A collection of one-shot shorts from fan-favorite creators about all your favorite Crystal Gems and Beach City residents!Steven Universe and the fine folks of Beach City get in all sorts of fun hijinks in this fun collection of shorts. Greg imparts some valuable life lessons on Steven and the Crystal Gems by showing them how he can be a hero. Then, it’s time to chow down on the Big Donut’s best offerings as everyone around Beach City gets in on the epic donut eating contest. Join an all-star cast of creators including Cara McGee (Black Canary: Ignite), Ayme Sotuyo (Lumberjanes), Chrystin Garland (Adventure Time™) and more in these succulent shorts chronicling the Crystal Gems’ adventures across Beach City.
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  • DC Universe by Mike Mignola

    Various, Mike Mignola

    Paperback (DC Comics, July 31, 2018)
    Adventures of DC's greatest heroes, illustrated by multi-award-winning creator Mike Mignola!Mike Mignola, best known as the creator of Hellboy, started out his comics art career drawing the adventures of the World's Greatest Super Heroes, applying his moody artwork to tales of Superman, Batman, Swamp Thing and more. His career goes far beyond comics and into the movie world, working with Francis Ford Coppola on the film Bram Stoker's Dracula, and he was visual consultant to director Guillermo del Toro on Blade II, Hellboy and Hellboy 2: The Golden Army. Now this new collection assembles his work from DC stories written by John Byrne, Roger Stern, Neil Gaiman, Paul Kupperberg, and others. Find all your favorite DC work by Mike Mignola in DC UNIVERSE BY MIKE MIGNOLA. Collects SUPERMAN: THE WORLD OF KRYPTON #1-4, ACTION COMICS ANNUAL #1, SUPERMAN #18 and 23, BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #54, BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #36, SWAMP THING ANNUAL #5 and PHANTOM STRANGER #1-4.
  • Postcard Power!

    Cartoon Network Books

    Paperback (Cartoon Network Books, June 28, 2016)
    You don't need to travel far from home to send a postcard from the world of Steven Universe! This breakout hit show on Cartoon Network is beloved for its beautiful animation, captivating characters, exciting plotlines, and silly humor. Now, this postcard book brings these elements together in 48 full-color postcards that feature memorable quotes from the show, thrilling action scenes, and plenty of gorgeous background art.
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  • Steven Universe Mad Libs

    Walter Burns

    Paperback (Mad Libs, Oct. 6, 2015)
    Steven Universe Mad Libs features 21 hilarious stories based on the laugh-out-loud funny Cartoon Network televsion show.
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  • Steven Universe Orignal Graphic Novel: Ultimate Dough-Down: Ultimate Dough-Down

    Talya Perper, Rebecca Sugar, Lorena Alvarez Gomez, Meg Omac

    Paperback (KaBOOM!, Dec. 11, 2018)
    With Sadie running the Big Donut on her own, it’s up to Steven and the Gems to help her win the annual Ultimate Doughnut Dough-Down competition in Empire City!Steven and the Crystal Gems have faced down intergalactic empires, but are they ready to win a donut competition? With Lars in space that means Sadie is on her own...unless the Crystal Gems come to help! It’s up to Steven and the Gems to step in and help Sadie run the Big Donut food truck during the annual competition in Empire City. They’ll have to work together to best the other chefs in the Ultimate Dough-Down, especially King Kruller, one of the hippest shops around and the Dough-Down’s reigning champs. Written by Talya Perper (Steven Universe: Anti Gravity) and illustrated by Meg Omac (Adventure Time Comics, Steven Universe), this newest Steven Universe story will make you hungry for more!
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  • Sun

    Fran Howard

    Library Binding (Buddy Books, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Discusses the Sun, including its composition, the stages of its life, the speed of light, the solar system, and human study of it.
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