Nakama Press Brings HOKIS, FOCUS!
An Easily Distracted Young Wizard Embarks on a Chaotic Quest Filled With Friendship, Magic, and More Giant Spiders Than Anyone Asked For
Magic is powerful. Paying attention is harder.
This fall, Mad Cave Studios‘ Nakama Press brings middle-grade readers HOKIS, FOCUS!, a charming fantasy adventure co-created by writer Ian Flynn (Archie, Sonic the Hedgehog) and Harvey Award-nominated artist Ryan Jampole (Geronimo Stilton, Miraculous Ladybug), with Eisner Award-winning letterer Taylor Esposito. Filled with magical mishaps, eccentric creatures, and a lovable cast of companions, HOKIS, FOCUS! delivers a laugh-filled quest about friendship, growth, and finding your focus when the world refuses to slow down.
An easily distracted young wizard named Hokis is on a magical quest across a fanciful world full of adventure, hijinks, and laughs. Alongside her frog companion Pokis, Hokis sets out in search of the powerful arcane relic known as the Yundu. To find it, she’ll need to survive the spooky paths of Spiderweave Glade, the icy storms of Sunblister Valley, and the questionable cuisine of Grimlawn. Along the way, she’ll encounter talking spiders, talking skeletons, talking flames, and a very well-meaning but chatty ogre named Ugh.
Though Hokis commands powerful magic, the elements don’t bow to just anyone—especially a novice wizard with a tendency to lose focus. As the journey unfolds, she’ll discover that mastering magic may be easier than learning what it truly means to be a good friend.
“I’ve always enjoyed fun, fanciful stories, so creating one of our own with Hokis, Focus! is a treat. I’ve also always been astounded by Ryan’s immense talent, so it’s always great to collaborate with him again. This story is fresh, funny, and born entirely out of a desire to create something wonderful.” —Ian Flynn
“When Ian and I first sat down to come up with Hokis, Focus! our goal was to tell a fun adventure story, a journey with a lovable cast of goofballs! I hope people enjoy exploring the world as much as we enjoyed creating it.” —Ryan Jampole
Blending classic fantasy adventure with humor, heart, and memorable characters, Hokis, Focus! brings a fast-paced story that invites readers into a world where every mistake can become an adventure—and every adventure is an opportunity to grow.
Hokis, Focus! goes on sale September 22, 2026, in paperback (ISBN: 9781545832462 | $10.99). Preorder through your local comic shop, bookstore, or wherever books are sold.