Shazam! Thundercrack

Shazam! Thundercrack is a high-energy middle-grade adventure that mixes superhero action with the ups and downs of a high school football season. Join Billy Batson as he wrestles with staying true to his powers, learning what teamwork means, and discovering how a real hero shows up for friends, teammates, and family. Perfect for readers who crave fast-paced plots, big heart, and a dash of humor, this story speaks to tweens who love action, friendship, and personal growth. In Shazam! Thundercrack, the tale unfolds in a warm, approachable voice, blending brisk game-day chapters with Freddy’s vlog-style interludes that pull back the curtain on superhero training, family pranks, and Billy’s evolving role as the team’s mascot. The pace stays lively—think practices, rivalries, and quiet moments of mentorship—so readers feel the momentum while absorbing the lessons about responsibility, humility, and perseverance. In Shazam! Thundercrack, the story treats heroism as something earned through choices, not power alone, and leans into themes any reader can relate to: balancing ego with teamwork, facing consequences, and supporting friends when duties pull you in different directions. While action dominates, the heart comes from Billy’s relationships—his foster dad Victor’s steady guidance, his teammates’ camaraderie, and the lighthearted moments that keep the book grounded in family and friendship. Two worlds collide: real-life football and caped heroism centered on Billy Batson. Freddy’s vlog-style interludes add humor and behind-the-scenes flavor. Themes of friendship, teamwork, responsibility, and personal growth. Fast-paced, accessible storytelling with a confident middle-grade voice. Vivid teen relationships and sports-action that feel relatable and fun. After finishing Shazam! Thundercrack, readers feel inspired to be brave and kind, with a clear sense that heroism grows from teamwork and responsibility. The story leaves them energized, ready to cheer for their own teammates, and confident that growth—and goodness—can shine on and off the field.