Book Series · 2 Books

The Terrible Trio Books

In order from The (Not So) Superheroes to The Day the Mac ’n’ Cheese Ran Out.

The Terrible Trio series is a set of 2 graphic novels by Swapna Haddow, published in 2025. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 190 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$674

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

The (Not So) Superheroes

By Swapna Haddow, Minky Stapleton (Illustrator)

Can the worst superpowers ever save the day?

192 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read

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Paperback

Summary: In a world of superpowered animals, Zeb the zebra, Margarine the penguin, and Barry the lemur are stuck with the most useless abilities. Zeb blends with crosswalks, Margarine makes macaroni, and Barry writes neatly. As they watch others save the world, they dream of their own heroic moment. Will these unlikely heroes find a way to shine?

In reading order

The Terrible Trio Series

2 books · Published 2025

#1 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$674

The (Not So) Superheroes

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Can the worst superpowers ever save the day?

#2 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$759

The Day the Mac ’n’ Cheese Ran Out

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10

A disaster at the Superheroes Café threatens the trio's quirky powers. Can they save the day without them?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Terrible Trio series?

There are 2 books in the Terrible Trio series. It began with The (Not So) Superheroes in 2025, and the newest book, The (Not So) Superheroes, was published in 2025.