A Werewolf With Fleas. A Restless Mummy. A Ghost With a Bad Hair Day. Bat Pat Is on the Case.
Fogville is full of strange happenings, but around here, even the spookiest creatures just need a little help…
This spring, Papercutz, an imprint of Mad Cave Studios, invites young readers back into the delightfully eerie, endlessly charming world of Bat Pat with BAT PAT VOL. 2: MONSTER SLUMBER PARTY.
Adapted for comics by multi-Harvey award-nominated writer Trevor Mueller (Albert the Alien, Nexus Point) and brought to life by acclaimed artist Bill Walko (The Hero Business, Fortune & Glory: The Musical), with colorist Laurie Smith and letterer Justin Birch—this new volume continues the series’ signature blend of humor, heart, and supernatural problem-solving.
The town of Fogville has a problem: it’s plagued by supernatural creatures. But these monsters aren’t scary – they need our help! Thankfully, they have a talking bat named Bat Pat and his friends, the Silver family!
Bat Pat and his friends, Rebecca, Leo, and Martin, continue to help misunderstood monsters in this continuing adventure of the beloved international best-selling book and animated series. In this volume, Bat Pat helps a werewolf with fleas, a mummy with an uncomfortable pillow, and a ghost who needs a new hairstyle. For kids who love Scooby-Doo, but wished the monsters were real!
Trevor Mueller spoke about how exciting it was to revisit the series:
“I’m so happy to be partnering with Bill Walko again for more adventures of Bat Pat! I love this series! When you combine a group of curious and open-minded kids, a town full of monsters that go bump in the night, and a talking bat that provides lots of slapstick and laughs, you get a winning combination. What makes Bat Pat different from other spooky/silly stories like this for younger audiences is that it empowers readers to explore the world around them, use critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and not to take a person they encounter at face value. Don’t judge a book by its cover. And to help people who need help. In these stories, those people are real monsters! Werewolves, ghosts, and mummies (oh my!), Bat Pat and his family help keep their town safe, including the creatures that go bump in the night. Because in these stories, the monsters aren’t scary. They need our help with something. They just don’t know how to ask for it.”
Perfect for kids ages 6-9, and fans of Geronimo Stilton: Reporter and Scooby-Doo, Bat Pat continues to be a standout choice for emerging readers, reluctant readers, and kids who love light scares with big laughs. The series emphasizes empathy, curiosity, and seeing beyond first impressions, all wrapped up in a fun, spooky package.
Bat Pat Vol. 2: Monster Slumber Party arrives in bookstores, comic shops, and libraries in both hardcover and trade paperback (ISBN HC: 9781545823828 | ISBN PB: 9781545823835) on APRIL 21, 2026.
Papercutz is dedicated to publishing great graphic novels for all ages—from humor and adventure to mystery and heartfelt coming-of-age tales. Visit papercutz.com to explore the full lineup!
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