New Supermystery #5: Bonfire Masquerade
Mission: Unknown at this time.
The Spotlite Book for January is #16 "A Figure In Hiding"
News and reviews about the Hardy Boys Mystery Series by Franklin W. Dixon.
January 2011 Update
Some new cover art released over the past month:
New Supermystery #5: Bonfire Masquerade
Mission: Unknown at this time.
The Spotlite Book for January is #16 "A Figure In Hiding"
New Supermystery #5: Bonfire Masquerade
Mission: Unknown at this time.
The Spotlite Book for January is #16 "A Figure In Hiding"
December 2010 Update
Several new release announcements this month!
The Secret Files
The Bicycle Thief (#6) - August 2011
It's time for the annual Junior Bike Race in Bayport, and Frank and Joe are the top contenders. Midway through the race, Frank runs over a nail and blows a tire. It seems as if the day couldn't get worse--until Frank's bicycle goes missing!
Bayport's leading bully, Adam Ackerman, seems to be the prime suspect. But when he proves that he wasn't the bicycle thief, everyone turns out to be a potential culprit--even Mr. Mack's dog, Lucy! Can Frank and Joe crack the case and bring Frank's bicycle home?
Super Mystery w/Nancy Drew
Bonfire Masquerade (#5) July 2011
Casefiles Graphic Novels
3: Nancy Drew Together With The Hardy Boys! August 2011
Hardcover - Paperback
For the first time in Papercutz graphic novels, the world-famous Girl Detective Nancy Drew must team up with Undercover Brothers Joe and Frank Hardy, The Hardy Boys, to solve a mystery together in Nancy’s hometown of River Heights. Someone has been behind the recent troubles in both Bayport and River Heights, as seen in previous volumes of the HARDY BOYS and NANCY DREW. But how can Nancy solve the mystery when Frank and Joe refuse to work with each other? An exciting first for fans of both the HARDY BOYS and NANCY DREW graphic novels.
The Spotlite Book for December is "The Bombay Boomerang"
The Secret Files
The Bicycle Thief (#6) - August 2011
It's time for the annual Junior Bike Race in Bayport, and Frank and Joe are the top contenders. Midway through the race, Frank runs over a nail and blows a tire. It seems as if the day couldn't get worse--until Frank's bicycle goes missing!
Bayport's leading bully, Adam Ackerman, seems to be the prime suspect. But when he proves that he wasn't the bicycle thief, everyone turns out to be a potential culprit--even Mr. Mack's dog, Lucy! Can Frank and Joe crack the case and bring Frank's bicycle home?
Super Mystery w/Nancy Drew
Bonfire Masquerade (#5) July 2011
Casefiles Graphic Novels
3: Nancy Drew Together With The Hardy Boys! August 2011
Hardcover - Paperback
For the first time in Papercutz graphic novels, the world-famous Girl Detective Nancy Drew must team up with Undercover Brothers Joe and Frank Hardy, The Hardy Boys, to solve a mystery together in Nancy’s hometown of River Heights. Someone has been behind the recent troubles in both Bayport and River Heights, as seen in previous volumes of the HARDY BOYS and NANCY DREW. But how can Nancy solve the mystery when Frank and Joe refuse to work with each other? An exciting first for fans of both the HARDY BOYS and NANCY DREW graphic novels.
The Spotlite Book for December is "The Bombay Boomerang"
Nelvana to revive Hardy Boys
A revamp of The Hardy Boys is in development at Nelvana, which is looking to add an updated version of the age-old mystery property to its recent line of live-action titles.
"Frank and Joe are back," said Doug Murphy, executive VP of television at Nelvana's parent Corus Entertainment, during a recent conference with investors.
Murphy described the property as "a little gem" that Corus found deep inside the Nelvana library. "It's amazing what you can find in that library," he said. "Apparently, we own the rights to the Hardy Boys."
Nelvana produced a 13-episode live-action Hardy Boys in the mid 1990s, building on a franchise that dates to the 1920s. Though best-known for kids animation, the Canadian production house has recently re-embraced live-action, while also breathing new life into older properties.
"Frank and Joe are back," said Doug Murphy, executive VP of television at Nelvana's parent Corus Entertainment, during a recent conference with investors.
Murphy described the property as "a little gem" that Corus found deep inside the Nelvana library. "It's amazing what you can find in that library," he said. "Apparently, we own the rights to the Hardy Boys."
Nelvana produced a 13-episode live-action Hardy Boys in the mid 1990s, building on a franchise that dates to the 1920s. Though best-known for kids animation, the Canadian production house has recently re-embraced live-action, while also breathing new life into older properties.
November 2010 Update
Cover art for Casefiles Graphic Novel #2: Break-Up
Hardcover - Paperback
The Spotlite Book for November is "Mystery of the Desert Giant".
October 2010 Update
Undercover Brothers #37: Movie Menace announced for May 2011 release.
Book One in the Deathstalker Trilogy.
Mission: Unknown at this time!
I will post cover art and information as it becomes available.
The Spotlite Book this month is "The Clue of the Broken Blade".
Book One in the Deathstalker Trilogy.
Mission: Unknown at this time!
I will post cover art and information as it becomes available.
The Spotlite Book this month is "The Clue of the Broken Blade".
September 2010 Update
Cover art for Secret Files #5: A Monster of a Mystery - 4/11
Cover art for Undercover Brothers #36 Forever Lost - 01/11
Case Files Graphic Novel #2 Announced: Break-Up Hardcover - Paperback
Gerry Conway (Author), Paulo Henrique (Illustrator)
Over in the Fan Forum, the Spotlite Book for September is volume 15, "The Sinister Sign Post".
August 2010 Update
Volume 5 of the The Hardy Boys: Secret Files has been announced for an April 2011 release:
A Monster of a Mystery (#5)
I'll post details and cover art as they become available.
Over in the Fan Forum, the Spotlite Book for August is volume 14, "The Hidden Harbor Mystery".
A Monster of a Mystery (#5)
I'll post details and cover art as they become available.
Over in the Fan Forum, the Spotlite Book for August is volume 14, "The Hidden Harbor Mystery".
July 2010 Update
Boy Detectives: Essays on the Hardy Boys and Othersby Michael G. Cornelius
Much has been written about the girl sleuth in fiction, a feminist figure embodying all the potential wit and drive of girlhood. Her male counterpart, however, has received much less critical attention despite his popularity in the wider culture. This collection of eleven essays examines the boy detective and his genre from a number of critical perspectives, addressing the issues of these young characters, heirs to the patriarchy yet still concerned with first crushes and soda shop romances. Series explored include the Hardy Boys, Tow Swift, the Three Investigators, Christopher Cool and Tim Murphy, as well as works by Astrid Lindgren, Mark Haddon, and Joe Meno.
Over in the Fan Forum, the Spotlite Book is "The Crisscross Shadow".
June 2010 Update
No news this month :-(
The Spotlite Book over in the Fan Forum is volume 23, "The Melted Coins".
The Spotlite Book over in the Fan Forum is volume 23, "The Melted Coins".
May 2010 Update
Boy Detectives: Essays on the Hardy Boys and Othersby Michael G. Cornelius
Due July 2010
I'll post details as they become available.
April 2010 Update
Cover Art for Undercover Brothers #35
Lost Brother (#35) - Due October 2010
Undercover Brothers Titles Announced
Forever Lost (#36) is due out in January of 2011.
I'll post cover art and more info as it becomes available.
Lost Brother (#35) - Due October 2010Undercover Brothers Titles Announced
Forever Lost (#36) is due out in January of 2011.
I'll post cover art and more info as it becomes available.
March 2010 Update
Lost Brother: Book Two in the Lost Mystery Trilogy (Undercover Brothers #35) due out Oct. 12, 2010.
Pre-Order from Amazon.com
I'll post the art and synopsis when they become available.
Pre-Order from Amazon.com
I'll post the art and synopsis when they become available.
New Graphic Novel Series
The Hardy Boys: The New Case Files
Crawling with Zombies (#1)
Gerry Conway (Author), Paulo Henrique (Illustrator)
Due for release by Papercutz on October 12, 2010
Complete Paperback Series Collections For Sale
I've got entire sets of Hardy Boys Case Files, Nancy Drew-Hardy Boys Super Mystery and Clues Brothers for sale.
Click Here For More Information
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January 2010 Update
Happy New Year Sleuths!
Not much to report this month.
Applewood Books will be releasing a Box Set of the first 6 volumes in September.
I'll post more details as they become available.
Not much to report this month.
Applewood Books will be releasing a Box Set of the first 6 volumes in September.
I'll post more details as they become available.
December 2009 Update
2 New "Hardy Boys: Secret Files" Announced
Mystery Map (#3) - August 2010
Hopping Mad (#4) - September 2010
Further details on this new series (due to start in April 2010) are not yet available.
Cover Art For Undercover Brothers #34The Children of the Lost.
Plot information not yet available.
New Nancy Drew-Hardy Boys Supermystery Announced
4: Gold Medal Murder
Mission: Nancy and the Boys are on the case when a Summer Olympics scandal breaks out.
New Web Site For British Editions
Hardy Boys.co.uk
An unofficial guide to the British and Commonwealth series for enthusiasts and collectors.
Brought to you by Jon Preddle and Ian Regan
November 2009 Update
Now On Sale: 31: Killer Mission Book One in the Killer Mystery Trilogy
Mission: To investigate the shady goings-on at the exclusive private boarding school Willis Firth Academy.
Mission revealed: 32: Private KillerBook Two in the Killer Mystery Trilogy
Mission: To find out more about the dangerous, recently uncovered secret society at Willis Firth Academy.
October 2009 Update
Plot for Graphic Novel #20: Deadly Strategy - Due for release March 2, 2010Author: Scott Lobdell Art: Paulo Henrique Marcondes
Issued in Hardcover - Paperback
When A.T.A.C. agents across the country start getting strange and bizarre cases, it’s up to Joe and Frank Hardy to find the computer hacker responsible! Anyone smart enough to break into A.T.A.C. security certainly has the skills to make things difficult for the Hardy Boys – even in what seems to be the empty Bayport High School in the middle of the night. But even the Undercover Brothers will be surprised when they uncover their adversary’s true identity! With cameos by Lindsay Rider, the Sisters Noir, and Dennis Hogan, this special case involves a list of suspects that includes almost everyone the Hardy Boys have ever met!
Plot for UB #31: Killer Mission - 11/09 For Sale ~ Volume One in the Killer Mystery Trilogy
Mission: To investigate the shady goings-on at the exclusive private boarding school Willis Firth Academy.
Undercover Brothers #34 The Children of the Lost will be Volume One in The Lost Mystery Trilogy. It's due for a May 4, 2010 release
September 2009 Update
Hardy Boys Book Cover 4-Pc Magnet Set- Fun book cover magnets!
- It works on a fridge, cubicle or file cabinet.
- Four piece magnet sets featuring The Hardy Boys Book Covers.
- Titles included are The Secret Of The Old Mill, The Tower Treasure, While The Clock Ticked,and more
- Flat 2 inch x 3 inch button style magnet From Popcorn Posters.
Undercover Brothers #34 The Children of the Lost has been announced for a May 2010 release. I don't know yet if this will be another trilogy.
Stay tuned for further info and artwork!
Undercover Brothers Graphic Novel 18 goes on sale this month:D.A.N.G.E.R. Spells the Hangman! - Hardcover - Paperback
Frank and Joe go undercover at a national spelling bee where a mysterious madman known as the Hangman is determined to erase the competition! Teens from across the globe have been invited to attend, and A.T.A.C. and the Hardy Boys have to do everything they can to keep the Hangman from spelling disaster!
Note that the cover art style has changed.
August 2009 Update
Undercover Brothers Graphic Novel 20 has been announced for a March 2010 release.Deadly Strategy may be pre-ordered from Amazon.com: Hardcover - Paperback
Mission unknown at this time!
The Perfect Crime by Dreamcatcher is now in general release.
A series of malicious crimes grips the Hardy Boys' hometown of Bayport and it's up to Frank and Joe Hardy to assist the police in their attempt to capture the culprits. From the first crime scene, however, it becomes apparent that there's an even deeper plot to these sinister activities. Search and explore more than 30 unique locations across 50 different levels as you attempt to unravel the mysterious case and uncover the mastermind behind the recent crimes.
July 2009 Update
NEW! The Hardy Boys: Secret Files
A brand-new series geared for younger readers, much like the Nancy Drew "Clue Crew" series.
Illustrated by Scott Burroughs
Due out in April 2010!
Trouble at the Arcade (#1)
The Missing Mitt (#2)
Cover Art for Undercover Brothers #32 & 33 announced.
Private Killer (#32) the second book in the "Killer Mystery Trilogy" will be a January 2010 release and is available for pre-order from Amazon.com.
Killer Connections (Undercover Brothers #33), the third book in the "Killer Mystery Trilogy" has been announced for a March 2010 release and is available for pre-order from Amazon.com.
Plot summary for UB 29: X-plosion
Book Two in the Galaxy X Trilogy
Mission: To find out who blew up Mount McKenzie, the centerpeice of Galaxy X, and to keep the saboteur at bay before he or she kills again!
Plot summaries for the latest graphic novels have been announced:
18: D.A.N.G.E.R. Spells the Hangman! - Hardcover - Paperback
Frank and Joe go undercover at a national spelling bee where a mysterious madman known as the Hangman is determined to erase the competition! Teens from across the globe have been invited to attend, and A.T.A.C. and the Hardy Boys have to do everything they can to keep the Hangman from spelling disaster!
19: Chaos at 30,000 Feet! - Hardcover - Paperback
When inner city kids are gifted pilot lessons from a flight school, several of them go up but don't come down! Where did they go? Where did they land? Could they not have landed at all? Joe and Frank take to the skies in this high flying adventure as the undercover brothers seek get to the bottom of this mystery... even if they have to sail the clouds to get the answers!
29: X-plosion
Book Two in the Galaxy X Trilogy
Mission: To find out who blew up Mount McKenzie, the centerpeice of Galaxy X, and to keep the saboteur at bay before he or she kills again!
Jenn Fisher of the Nancy Drew Sleuths informed me that Simon & Schuster intends to keep publishing the Undercover Brothers series for the foreseeable future.
"The Hidden Theft" game is headed for a release in the Nintendo Wii format this fall.
Pre-Order from Amazon.com
Press Release
June Update
New Starter Set Coming This SeptemberA special treat for Hardy Boys fans! The first six books in the classic mystery series are packaged together in a collectible box set featuring a newly redesigned slipcover. Titles included are #1 The Tower Treasure, #2 The House on the Cliff, #3 The Secret of the Old Mill, #4 The Missing Chums, #5 Hunting for Hidden Gold, and #6 The Shore Road Mystery.
Available for pre-order from Amazon.com
Private Killer (Undercover Brothers #32)
The second book in the "Killer Mystery Trilogy" has been announced for a January 2010 release and is Available for pre-order from Amazon.com.
It is rumored that the "Undercover Brothers" series will be ending next year after this trilogy is completed but I have not yet been able to verify that.
May Update
Plot for #26: Double Down
Book Two in the Double Danger Trilogy
Mission: Continue working undercover as part of teen movie start Justin Carraway's entourage to find out more about the unsolved murder of the celeb's least favorite paparazzo and other mysterious happenings.
And cover art for #31: Killer MissionBook One in the Killer Mystery Trilogy
Mission: Unknown at this time!
The Perfect Crime
by Dreamcatcher
A series of malicious crimes grips the Hardy Boys' hometown of Bayport and it's up to Frank and Joe Hardy to assist the police in their attempt to capture the culprits. From the first crime scene, however, it becomes apparent that there's an even deeper plot to these sinister activities. Search and explore more than 30 unique locations across 50 different levels as you attempt to unravel the mysterious case and uncover the mastermind behind the recent crimes.
Treasure On The Tracks
by Sega of America
Due in September 2009, this game is designed for the popular Nintendo DS Game Station.
Ride the Rails to Royalty and Treasure in Russia! You, as the Hardy Boys, are invited onboard the Royal Express traveling from Paris to St Petersburg to follow the mysterious trail of the Romanov Family treasure. Take a ride on the Royal Express to track down the lost clues of the Royal family in the great cities of Europe! THE HARDY BOYS – Famed amateur detectives, the team consists of Frank and Joe Hardy. Joe is easily excitable and more spontaneous while Frank prefers to calculate a method of solving the mystery and relies mostly on logic. Together they need to discover what others before them have failed to find.
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