{"product_id":"the-scarlet-ship-an-original-graphic-novel-hardcover","title":"The Scarlet Ship: An Original Graphic Novel - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eClaire Grimond\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eLéo Verrier\u003c\/b\u003e (Artist), \u003cb\u003eRebecca Potters\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwelve-year-old Malo and his grandmother board the\u003ci\u003e Scarlet Ship\u003c\/i\u003e in this beautifully illustrated, full-color graphic novel for young readers. A super fun, high-stakes pirate adventure with the heartfelt themes of identity, courage, and the power of art!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJoin Malo, a spirited young artist, on an exhilarating journey as he strives to match the incredible talents of his famous Grandma Zita. For fans of Disney's \u003ci\u003eEncanto, \u003c\/i\u003eJennifer Muro's \u003ci\u003ePrimer: A Superhero Graphic Novel, \u003c\/i\u003e Hayao Miyazaki's \u003ci\u003eSpirited Away, a\u003c\/i\u003end those who are eager to chase their dreams in the face of doubt\u003ci\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e When Malo and his grandmother board a mysterious, floating vessel called the\u003ci\u003e Scarlet Ship, \u003c\/i\u003e they're not quite sure what to expect. After all, the ship's crew are no ordinary pirates; they specialize in art . . . \u003ci\u003epiracy\u003c\/i\u003e! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e At the helm of the ship is the fearsome Captain Magenta, a ruthless man with a singular goal: to wipe out artistic expression from the world \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eforever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Armed with brushes, paints, and unwavering courage, Malo and his new friend Cyane must stand against Captain Magenta's tyranny, save Grandma Zita from certain doom, and demonstrate that art possesses the power to inspire, unite, and stand up against oppression. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Brought to life with vibrant, expressive illustrations by renowned French comic artist Léo Verrier, \u003ci\u003eThe Scarlet Ship\u003c\/i\u003e brims with heart, humor, and high-flying adventure. This graphic novel\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003einvites readers of all ages to uncover the magic of creativity and the importance of discovering their own artistic voice.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLéo Verrier\u003c\/b\u003e is a director of animated films and a comic book author. His first short film, \u003ci\u003eDripped\u003c\/i\u003e, won over 35 awards at festivals (including being a finalist at the Oscars in 2013 and the Tokyo Anime Awards). He went on to direct \u003ci\u003eThe Seven Red Hoods\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDecibels\u003c\/i\u003e, co-produced by Arte and Canal+. He also works on series and film projects in New Zealand, France, and Japan. His inspirations range from Hayao Miyazaki to Italo Calvino, with influences from David Lynch and Nicolas de Crécy. Léo Verrier enjoys bringing to life characters with mysterious motives in worlds where the fantastic is always just around the corner. He lives in Paris, France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eClaire Grimond\u003c\/b\u003e graduated from ENSAD (specializing in illustration) in 2005 and initially pursued a career in the visual arts. In 2007, she was awarded the prestigious Georges Coulon Prize for her sculptures. Alongside her work as a sculptor, she has continued to develop her skills in screenwriting, particularly for animated media. Specializing in transmedia development for animation, she notably designed and scripted the interactive visitor tours for the Lascaux IV site. She lives in Paris, France. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebecca Potters\u003c\/b\u003e is a writer and editor from Glen Ridge, New Jersey and currently resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rebecca earned her degree in English, communications, and film theory from McGill University. She has a background in the health and wellness space, and has penned four children's books.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 8.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 07, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44245654962227,"sku":"9798881601751","price":62.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/2191\/6467\/files\/xo-XgnNpfW9798881601751.webp?v=1777653488","url":"https:\/\/thereadinghousebookcompany.com\/products\/the-scarlet-ship-an-original-graphic-novel-hardcover","provider":"The Reading House Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}