Epic Zero
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 9–12 · 2015 · Est. 5 hour read

Epic Zero

By R.L. Ullman

Book #1 in the Epic Zero series

Powerless Elliott must save the world from supervillains and aliens. Can he become the hero he's always dreamed of?

4.4/5 Goodreads · 767 ratings
184 pages· 32,109 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Elliott Harkness, born into a family of superheroes, feels like a 'Zero' without powers. While his family battles crime, Elliott faces middle school woes. But when a mysterious girl believes only he can stop a powerful alien orb from falling into evil hands, Elliott's ordinary life takes an extraordinary turn. With supervillains and aliens closing in, can Elliott discover his hidden potential and become the hero he's always wanted to be, or will he remain an Epic Zero? Dive into this action-packed adventure filled with humor and heart-pounding excitement.

From the publisher

Growing up in a superhero family is cool, unless you’re powerless …Gold Medal Winner - Readers’ Favorite Book Awards All Elliott Harkness wants is to be a superhero. His parents are superheroes. His older sister is a superhero. Heck, even his dog is a superhero. But Elliott has a problem–he’s a “Zero”–which is super-speak for powerless! So, while his family is off fighting crime, Elliott is stuck muddling through middle school. Elliott feels ever-so-ordinary, until a mysterious girl changes everything. For some reason, she believes Elliott is the only one who can capture a mega-powerful, extraterrestrial orb before it falls into the wrong hands. But with menacing supervillains and globe-conquering aliens closing in fast, will Elliott find the power to be the epic hero he’s always wanted to be–or will he always be just an Epic Zero? Epic Zero is the first book in a hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain middle grade students, reluctant readers, and adults. Epic Zero includes 16 illustrated character profiles and a full glossary of superpowers. Over 2,000 five-star series reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. What readers are saying: “Truly laugh out loud funny.” “My kids and I could not put this book down!” “From beginning to end it had me guessing.” “You’ll be rooting for the hero from page one.” “Extremely entertaining. Ullman has created a richly detailed world.” “The next Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja series.” “Holy moly, Batman! Move over! This book is a winner.” Click “Buy Now” to read today!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
184
Words
32,109
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
670L
Themes & topics
Books about self-esteemBooks about superheroes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.7
F&P level
~P
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
198958
Publication
Published
August 19, 2015
First published
August 15, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780996492102

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