Into the Bewilderness: A Graphic Novel

Perfect for fans of The Wild Robot, Gus Gordon's graphic novel debut follows two furry friends on a clever and cozy adventure when they embark on a journey to the Big City for the first time.

In the Bewilderness, life is good.

Best friends Luis (the large furry one) and Pablo (the small furry one) spend their days wandering through nature, playing songs on the guitar, and eating Slow Joe McNally's pinecone porridge with their neighbors.

When dreamer Luis receives an unexpected invitation to attend a performance of The Weary Mermaid in the big, bustling city, he finds it hard to ignore the allure of the bright lights.

Luckily, he doesn't have to go it alone--and it's a good thing, because it's a long journey through the Bewilderness, and Luis has many questions. Will they meet laser-eyed gargoyles, zombie chickens, or tyrannical cow rulers? Will they get there on time? Why is quicksand so slow if it's called quicksand? Thankfully, with his grumpy but loyal best friend by his side, they'll soon find out.

. . . Or will they?

Author: Gus Gordon
Publisher: Harperalley
Published: 07/08/2025
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 7.90h x 6.50w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780063246119
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2025

About the Author
Gordon, Gus: -

Gus Gordon is an internationally acclaimed illustrator and author for small people and older people who like small people's books. He has illustrated and written over eighty books for children. His books, including Herman and Rosie, Somewhere Else, The Last Peach, and Finding François, have sold in over twenty countries worldwide. He has twice been nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. Gus also likes cheese a great deal.