Pokémon: Paldea Chapter Book #1

Join Liko and Roy, the new protagonists of Pokemon animation, in an action-packed illustrated chapter book!

The new Pokemon Trainers are here! Join Liko, Roy, and their friends and Pokemon pals as they sail toward adventure on an airship steered by Captain Pikachu! They work to discover the mysteries of Pokemon -- as well as the mysteries of a special pendant Liko was given by her grandmother, which seems to hold great power. Get ready for the start of something big!

This is the first chapter book debuting the new Trainers and First Partner Pokemon! Adapted from episodes of the new Pokemon Horizons animated series that launches in March 2024, with black-and-white illustrations throughout.

Maria S. Barbo is the author of more than 35 books for young readers, including the original 1999 #1 New York Times bestselling Official Pokémon Handbook. She has also been an editor, an art teacher, and a painter. When she is not working on stories, she can be found playing soccer or biking to the beach. Maria lives in New York City.