Books by MacKenzie Cadenhead

Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission (Marvel After-School Heroes)

by MacKenzie Cadenhead

Gwen Stacy tries to balance her homework with her responsibility as Ghost-Spider in this original Marvel chapter book with black-and-white illustrations throughout!

Gwen Stacy has homework over the weekend: she has to carry a chicken egg everywhere she goes without breaking it. It should be easy enough for the average student, but Gwen is Ghost-Spider, with a duty to swing in and save the day whenever she sees a need.

So when a winged villain comes onto the scene, can Ghost-Spider stop him mid-flight without sabotaging Gwen’s chance for an egg-cellent grade?

Find out in this chapter book that’s perfect for Marvel fans beginning to read on their own or for reading aloud!

© 2024 MARVEL.™

Sally's Bones

by MacKenzie Cadenhead

2 Months, 28 Days, 9 Hours, and 12 minutes earlier...

Sally Simplesmith's life changed forever. She came face-to-face with death - a delightful, dearly departed little dog she lovingly calls Bones. But when the cadaverous canine is accused of a crime he didn't commit, Sally decides to solve the case herself!

Does Sally have what it takes to fetch a thief?

Sally's Bones is the impossibly possible tale of a girl, a crime, and a lovably lifeless, decidedly dead dog.

Marvel Super Hero Adventures Deck the Malls!: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books, 1)

by MacKenzie Cadenhead, Sean Ryan

Who doesn't love the holidays? Twinkling lights, merry carolers, the smell of chestnuts roasting on an open fire?and the alien creature battling your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Welcome to the exciting world of Marvel's Super Hero Adventures!
In Deck the Malls, the first book in the series, join Spider-Man and his amazing arachnid ally Spider-Gwen as they take on the alien menace known as Venom. Will Spider-Man outrun Venom before the creature can steal his powers? Will Spider-Gwen figure out Venom's weakness before it's too late? Will the spider-friends save the day in time to finish their holiday shopping? It's anything but a silent night this festive season.

Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Buggin' Out!: An Early Chapter Book (Super Hero Adventures Chapter Books)

by MacKenzie Cadenhead

The school-wide science fair Peter Parker (a.k.a Spider-Man) has been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived!

Peter has always excelled at science, and after getting the boot in a basketball game earlier that day, he could use a little pick-me-up. So imagine Peter's surprise and dismay when basketball great and all-around-bully Flash Thompson shows up with a totally awesome project!

But when the science fair is put in jeopardy thanks to the antics of one Doc Ock, Peter will need to team up with fellow 'bugz' Ant-Man and the Wasp to save the fair and the people in it- even if it means someone else walking away with the prize.

Great things-and even bigger surprises-come in tiny packages in this third installment in Marvel's Super Hero Adventures early chapter book series.

Features:

Bright, colorful, kid-friendly art Introductory comic page, priming young readers to the unique visual skill of comic book reading

Marvel After-School Heroes Ready for Action! (Boxed Set) Miles Morales Untangles a Web; Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission; Shuri Takes Control; Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!

by Terrance Crawford, MacKenzie Cadenhead

Save the day with the first four original chapter books in the Marvel After-School Heroes series with black-and-white illustrations throughout—now available together in one paperback boxed set!

New York City has no shortage of villains putting young heroes to the test in these exciting stories. First, Miles Morales teams up with King T’Challa and his sister Shuri to save the Stark Center. Then, Gwen Stacy has to balance her responsibilities as a super hero and a student, and Princess Shuri uses her technological know-how to save her friends. Finally, Ghost-Spider teams up with an unlikely ally.

These chapter books are perfect for Marvel fans beginning to read on their own or for reading aloud!

This action-packed paperback boxed set includes:
Miles Morales Untangles a Web
Ghost-Spider’s Unbreakable Mission
Shuri Takes Control
Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!

© 2025 MARVEL.™

Marvel After-School Heroes Ultimate Adventure Collection! Miles Morales Untangles a Web; Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission; Shuri Takes Control; Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!

by Terrance Crawford, MacKenzie Cadenhead

Save the day with this paperback bind-up of the first four original chapter books in the Marvel After-School Heroes series with black-and-white illustrations throughout!

New York City has no shortage of villains putting young heroes to the test in these exciting stories. First, Miles Morales teams up with Princess Shuri of Wakanda to save the Stark Center. Then, Gwen Stacy has to balance her responsibilities as a super hero and a student, and Princess Shuri uses her technological know-how to save her friends. Finally, Ghost-Spider teams up with an unlikely ally.

This bind-up is perfect for Marvel fans beginning to read on their own or for reading aloud!

This action-packed paperback bind-up includes:
Miles Morales Untangles a Web
Ghost-Spider’s Unbreakable Mission
Shuri Takes Control
Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!

© 2025 MARVEL

Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!

by MacKenzie Cadenhead

Ghost-Spider and Reptil from Spidey and His Amazing Friends team up to defend the Stark Center in this original Marvel chapter book with black-and-white illustrations throughout!

The supervillain Rhino is after one of Tony Stark’s inventions, threatening young super heroes at the Stark Center. To thwart his plan, Ghost-Spider teams up with Reptil. Can they defeat Rhino?

Find out in this chapter book that’s perfect for Marvel fans beginning to read on their own or for reading aloud!

© 2025 MARVEL

Spider-Man'S Beyond Amazing Adventures 3 Books In 1

by MacKenzie Cadenhead

In these full-color illustrated chapter books, Spider-Man is joined by a slew of popular heroes as he fights crime and protects his neighborhood!

Whether he's taking on Sandman in Central Park with Squirrel Girl, teaming up with Ant-Man and the Wasp to stop Doc Ock from ruining the science fair, or needs help from Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel to prevent the Green Goblin from stealing, these action-packed stories are perfect for young readers.

Featuring full-color art on every spread and a comic at the end of each story to celebrate Spider-Man's 60th comic anniversary!


For even more adventure, check out these other illustrated chapter books from Marvel Press!

• Spectacular Adventures!: 3 Books in 1 (featuring Star-Lord, Falcon, and Ant-Man)
• Astonishing Adventures! 3 Books in 1 (featuring Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man)
• Black Panther: The Battle for Wakanda
• Avengers: Ms. Marvel's Fists of Fury
• Guardians of the Galaxy: Gamora's Galactic Showdown
• Doctor Strange: Mystery of Dark Magic