George O'Connor

George O'Connor is an accomplished American cartoonist and illustrator, best known for his Olympians series of graphic novels. This series brings to life the action-packed adventures of Greek mythology, filled with monsters, romance, and heroic deeds. O'Connor's storytelling in the Olympians series has been praised for its engaging and informative approach to ancient myths, making them accessible and enjoyable for young readers.

In addition to the Olympians series, O'Connor has written and illustrated several picture books, including the New York Times bestseller Kapow!, Kersplash, and Sally and the Some-thing. These books showcase O'Connor's ability to create engaging and visually stunning stories for younger audiences. His debut graphic novel, Journey into Mohawk Country, is a long-held dream project that weaves together his passion for history and ongoing research into Native American life.

Furthermore, George O'Connor is also the author of a new picture book, If I Had a Raptor, which adds to his diverse body of work. He is known for his meticulous research and attention to detail, which is evident in his vivid and accurate depictions of historical events and figures. O'Connor currently resides in Brooklyn, New York, where he continues to create captivating and educational stories through his illustrations and writings.
Olympians Graphic Novels
# Title Year
1 Zeus 2010
2 Athena 2010
3 Hera 2011
4 Hades 2012
5 Poseidon 2013
6 Aphrodite 2013
7 Ares 2015
8 Apollo 2016
9 Artemis 2017
10 Hermes 2018
11 Hephaistos 2019
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Kapow! 2004
2 Ker-splash! 2005
3 Sally and the Some-Thing 2006
4 Journey into Mohawk Country 2006
5 Uncle Bigfoot 2008
6 Alien Feast 2008
7 If I Had a Raptor 2014
8 If I Had a Triceratops 2015
9 The Correction Scenario 2016
George O'Connor Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Nursery Rhyme Comics: 50 Timeless Rhymes from 50 Celebrated Cartoonists 2011
2 My Peculiar Family 2016