The Blue, Barry & Pancakes Series

By Dan Abdo

Three mismatched friends tumble into chaotic adventures where loyalty matters more than winning.

hilarious · adventurous · heartwarming

Pageticker community rating

Average 4.78, from 9 readers

What is The Blue, Barry & Pancakes series by Dan Abdo about?

First published in 2021, this colourful graphic-novel series follows Blue the bunny, Barry the worm and Pancakes the frog as their very different personalities propel them into increasingly wild adventures. From lost beach balls and alien escapades to underground treasure hunts, time travel and sporting chaos, each story tests their friendship in a new way. Ideal for emerging readers aged 4–8, especially children who enjoy visual comedy, absurd adventures and loyal friendships. Contains mild cartoon peril, mishaps and moments of disagreement.

Genres

Adventure Humour Friendship/Family

About the author

Dan Abdo is an author and illustrator who loves creating exciting stories and colourful characters. He is well known for the 'Blue, Barry & Pancakes' graphic novel series, which he made with his friend Jason Patterson. Dan enjoys making children laugh with his fun adventures and imaginative artwork.

All the books in The Blue, Barry & Pancakes series (in order)

Blue, Barry and Pancakes: Beach Ball Bedlam

by Dan Abdo and Jason Patterson

Book 1 of 6

A missing beach ball sends three friends from a whale’s belly to an alien pool party.

Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Escape from Balloonia

by Dan & Jason, Dan Abdo and others

Book 2 of 6

A balloon-powered trip to Balloonia turns perilous when friendly faces become unexpected foes.

Blue, Barry and Pancakes Mount Choco Meltdown

by Dan Abdo

Book 3 of 6

Three friends climb Mount Choco, but Barry’s chocolate hunt puts their friendship at risk.

Blue, Barry and Pancakes: Treasure Hunt Havoc

by Dan Abdo and Jason Patterson

Book 4 of 6

A solo cave trip turns into a not-so-boring rescue when friendship faces an underground wrestling match.

Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Big Time Trouble

by Dan & Jason, Dan Abdo and others

Book 5 of 6

Blue’s lucky charm hunt takes a surprising turn when time itself starts repeating.

Blue, Barry & Pancakes: Mayhem on Wheels

by Dan & Jason, Dan Abdo and others

Book 6 of 6

Three best friends become Roller Duck Ball stars—but can fame keep their friendship from wobbling?

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