Almost Super

Every leap year on February 29th at 4:23 p.m., members of the Bailey family over twelve receive a superpower. Rafter and Benny Bailey anticipate receiving powers like their ancestors to continue their duty of protecting the world from the villainous Johnsons. However, their received powers are disappointing; Rafter can light matches on polyester, and Benny can change his belly button from an innie to an outie. Their perspective shifts when they encounter Juanita Johnson, who believes her family are the superheroes and the Baileys the villains. Rafter, with Benny and a new ally, embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about their families and redefine what it means to be a hero. Perfect for fans of Pixar's The Incredibles, Almost Super is a fresh, funny middle grade adventure about two brothers in a family of superheroes who must find a way to be heroic despite receiving powers that are total duds. Filled with humor, heart, and just the right kind of heroics, Almost Super is a winning story that will satisfy would-be heroes and regular kids alike.