The King of Action Figures

<p><strong>From Andrew J. Brandt the Pencraft Award-winning author of <em>Mixtape for the End of the World</em> a coming-of-age tale for fans of John Green set to the sounds of a galaxy far far away. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Eighteen year-old aspiring comic book artist Josh McCreary has a problem: despite being accepted to the prestigious Indianapolis Art Institute he lacks the funds to pay for his tuition. And with the semester coming up fast he has to find a solution quick. </p><p><br></p><p>His fortunes seemingly are changed when his friends Dustin and Joel discover something incredible: at an estate sale is the most incredible find of all time-a one-of-a-kind prototype action figure that could net them over six figures. All they have to do is drive a thousand miles to buy it before the greedy local comic shop owner can get his hands on it. </p><p><br></p><p>Together with Joel's girlfriend Hannah and her cousin Katie they embark on a life-changing roadtrip. For some of them it's a chance to change their fortunes. For others a chance at beginning the life they've always dreamed of. And for Josh-a chance at letting go...and finding love. </p><p><br></p><p>A love letter to all things geek <em>THE KING OF ACTION FIGURES </em> shows how the fandoms we love and the friendships we form not only provide a safe space and a sense of community but can also give us the courage to believe in ourselves and our dreams. (Alisha Emrich author of <em>NerdCrush</em>)</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>