Publication Date: 11 September 2025

The Blurb

Introducing the least likely hero in the galaxy… PUZZLE SLUG!

The poop-covered planet of Plopalot is under threat from the evil alien Dr Nox! Get ready to help Puzzle Slug save his planet.

Solve every puzzle in this laugh-out-loud comic book to help save Plopalot’s famous poop diamonds, and its slugs!

Full of riotous comedy, lovable characters, and the occasional bottom-blast, this first instalment of Puzzle Slug’s adventures will leave you eager to return to the world of Plopalot!

The Review

If you are on the hunt for a new series that will have your younger readers howling with laughter, then you simply must meet the galaxy’s most unexpected hero, the one and only Puzzle Slug. It is every bit as chaotic and colourful as the title suggests, providing a riotous reading experience that feels like a breath of fresh air for reluctant readers and puzzle fans alike.

This isn’t just a comic; it is a mission that requires the reader’s help to progress. As you follow Puzzle Slug through the story, you are faced with a variety of fun puzzles that are essential to saving the slugs of Plopalot. This interactive element is a fantastic way to keep readers engaged for hours as they work through the challenges to defeat Dr. Nox.

The characters are instantly lovable, and the vibrant comic-book layout makes the world of Plopalot feel incredibly immersive. I love how the book manages to be both a genuine page-turner and a brain-teaser at the same time. It is the kind of story that builds confidence in young readers, as the short bursts of text and visual cues make the plot easy to follow while the puzzles provide a satisfying sense of achievement.

The comedy is pitched perfectly for fans of slapstick humour, featuring plenty of bottom-blasts and silly antics, with a mix of mystery and mayhem to boot.

Great for fans of:

• Bunny Vs Monkey by Jamie Smart
• InvestiGators by John Patrick Green
• Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald

Huge thanks to Usborne for sending me a finished copy.