Four Iconic Disney Heroines Embark on All-New Adventures

Papercutz, the beloved kids’ comics imprint of Mad Cave Studios, is proud to announce the launch of DISNEY ADVENTURE JOURNALS, a charming series of original graphic novels that spotlight the strength, courage, and creativity of Disney’s most beloved heroines!

Written by Rhona Cleary and beautifully illustrated by a host of international artists, the series begins with Disney Mulan’s Adventure Journal: The Palace of Secrets (February 17, 2026), followed by Disney The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Adventure Journal (February 24, 2026), Disney Frozen Anna’s Adventure Journal: Behind the Castle Walls (March 3, 2026), and Disney The Princess and the Frog Tiana’s Adventure Journal (March 24, 2026)—each offering a standalone story perfect for middle-grade readers and lifelong Disney fans alike. Covers by Paulina Ganucheau.

DISNEY MULAN’S ADVENTURE JOURNAL: THE PALACE OF SECRETS (February 17, 2026)

Illustrated by Agnese Innocente and Ilaria Urbinati, colored by Gaia Cardinali, lettered by Alta Fedelta

An invisible enemy is threatening the Emperor’s life inside the Imperial Palace walls and Mulan is the only one he trusts to help him. But among all the unspoken rules of the court, Mulan feels discouraged and hopeless. Can she rise to the Emperor’s expectations, defeat the dark threat, and save China once again?

DISNEY THE LITTLE MERMAID: ARIEL’S ADVENTURE JOURNAL (February 24, 2026)

Illustrated by Valentina Brancati, Andrea Greppi, and Marco Leoni, colored by Lorenzo Fornaciari, lettered by Studio RAM

Ariel joins Eric on a voyage to the Arctic to oversee the construction of a new port along the unspoilt coastline. But trouble arises when the construction encroaches on the local merfolk’s habitat. The merfolk strike back, escalating the conflict. Will Ariel, who belongs to both worlds, be able to make either side see sense before it’s too late?

DISNEY FROZEN ANNA’S ADVENTURE JOURNAL: BEHIND THE CASTLE WALLS (March 3, 2026)

Illustrated by Agnese Innocente and Ilaria Urbinati, colored by Morgana Zinanni, lettered by Studio RAM

Arendelle’s peaceful daily life is in danger! Rocks are tumbling down into the fjord, injuring several people and putting the inhabitants under constant threat. Newly crowned Queen Anna decides to hike up into the mountains with a handful of skilled ones to find what causes the rocks to slide down. But she soon discovers that the actual source of the natural menace is in Arendelle…

DISNEY THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG: TIANA’S ADVENTURE JOURNAL (March 24, 2026)

Illustrated by Francesca Risoldi, Mateen “AWK” Razzak, and Laura Guglielmo, colored by Sara Marino, lettered by Studio RAM

Tiana sets off to New York City for an apprenticeship at the most celebrated restaurant in Harlem. While there, she juggles the dueling demands of her mentor, Chef Leroy, and Harlem’s exciting cultural scene. Things are looking up when she’s named head chef for the restaurant’s annual gala, but then suddenly things spin out of her control…

Each volume of Disney Adventure Journals invites readers to step into a new world of courage, friendship, and wonder, all brought to life through breathtaking art and heartfelt storytelling. Available in hardcover ($17.99) and paperback ($12.99) formats, these unforgettable adventures can be found wherever books are sold as well as through Papercutz and Simon & Schuster.

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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