Legends & Lattes – Hill Nadell Literary Agency

By Travis Baldree, Adapted by Samuel Sattin
Illustrated by Shanti Rittgers and Sarah Webb
LEGENDS & LATTES: The Graphic Novel
(Ten Speed Press, October 2026)

Read the review in School Library Journal
Read the review in Booklist

The New York Times bestseller Legends & Lattes, a beloved and heartwarming cozy fantasy—and viral BookTok sensation—comes to vivid life in this stunning graphic novel adaptation.

After a lifetime of bounties and bloodshed, Viv is hanging up her sword. The battle-weary orc aims to start afresh, opening the city of Thune’s first-ever coffee shop. But old and new rivals stand in the way of success, not to mention the fact that no one has the faintest idea what coffee actually is.

If Viv wants to put the blade behind her and make her dreams a reality, she won’t be able to go it alone. After all, the true rewards of an uncharted path are the travelers you meet along the way. And whether they are drawn together by ancient magic, flaky pastry, or a freshly brewed cup―Viv may find something deeper here than she ever imagined…

This full-color graphic novel adaptation brings the high fantasy and low stakes of this beloved story to vibrant life as it’s never been seen before.

Praise for LEGENDS & LATTES: The Graphic Novel

“This stunning graphic adaptation of the bestselling novel brings the ‘high fantasy, low stakes’ of Viv the orc’s story to vibrant life…Sattin’s adaptation captures the heartwarming bond between Viv and her diverse staff as they navigate old rivals and freshly brewed cups.” — School Library Journal

“Readers will delight in watching Viv’s passion for coffee and her journey to settle down, make friends, and find a sense

of belonging and community…While this version faithfully follows the original novel’s plot and tone, the fresh presentation in this new format will give it added appeal for existing fans of the novel and readers new to the series.” — Booklist

“A must-read for all cozy fantasy lovers. Brought to life by Eisner-nominated writer Samuel Sattin and illustrated by Shanti Rittgers and Sarah Webb, this contemporary classic shines a light on simple pleasures with stunning, vibrant detail and luscious depictions of coffee and community.” — Comic Book Resources

Samuel Sattin is a best-selling, Eisner-nominated writer, editor, and narrative designer with over a decade of experience creating captivating and immersive stories across animation, comics, games, and publishing. As the writer of Scholastic’s bestselling UNICO series in collaboration with Tezuka Productions and the Eisner Award-winning artist team Gurihiru, he reimagined Osamu Tezuka’s beloved classic for a new generation. He also adapted Cartoon Saloon’s Academy Award-nominated Irish Folklore Trilogy into acclaimed graphic novels and authored the Eisner-nominated graphic novel Buzzing. He graduated with an MFA in comics from the California College of the Arts, and he and his wife split their time between California and Japan.