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When ten‑year‑old Newton surprises his friends by dressing as an unusual superhero for Halloween, he decides to keep on his costume after the holiday. As a whimsical yet determined hero, he uses his newfound persona and uncanny abilities to help townspeople in need and eventually heal his injured brother, learning valuable lessons about self‑confidence, responsibility, and the power of imagination.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Dean Pitchford
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