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isbn: 9780823462513
February 17, 2026 | $14.99
Korobá: The Case of the Missing Kolo
Hardcover | Pages: 144
Size: 6-1/2 x 8-1/2 | USD: $24.99
ISBN: 9780823459131
Publication Date: February 17, 2026
Age: 7-11
About the Book
★★★THE REVIEWS ARE IN!★★★
“This accessible introduction into young detective Korobá’s world is both narratively efficient and visually exquisite; a promising start to a planned series of graphic mysteries.”
—School Library Journal (starred review)
“A spectacular series starter for aspiring gumshoes.”
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“The Korobá series proves that one way to put a new twist on a classic story is to put it into a new context, offering readers a window into a different culture.”
—Booklist (starred review)
“Onájin perfectly balances suspense and fun in an exciting story that celebrates friendship and community while offering readers a chance to develop their sleuthing skills, too. Fans of Encyclopedia Brown will revel in solving The Case of the Missing Kolo and enjoy learning more about Makoko in the included glossary and heartfelt author’s note.”
—BookPage (starred review)
“Onajin (Oh No, Ojó!) evokes Scooby-Doo vibes in this energetic caper, a graphic novel debut.”
—Publishers Weekly
“First-time graphic novel readers will easily follow the flow of the story, and mystery readers will find a well-paced whodunit.”
—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books


