{"id":20191,"date":"2025-09-16T16:35:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T16:35:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/20191\/"},"modified":"2025-09-16T16:35:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T16:35:10","slug":"life-really-socks-returns-with-book-two-quest-for-iron-mountain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/20191\/","title":{"rendered":"Life Really Socks Returns With Book Two – Quest for Iron Mountain"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n LOS ANGELES, Sept. 16, 2025 \/PRNewswire\/ —\u00a0Cousin-creator duo Shidan and Roshan Youssefian, with illustrator Mahui Duque, announce the release of\u00a0Life Really Socks \u2013 Quest for Iron Mountain, the second book in their whimsical graphic novel series. Published by Andrews McMeel Universal and distributed by Simon & Schuster, the title hits shelves September 30, 2025, and is available now for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Target, and independent bookstores.<\/p>\n

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Building on the success of\u00a0Life Really Socks \u2013 Into the Sock-Verse\u2014which debuted in September 2024 to critical and audience acclaim (“A TOP DRAWER RECOMMENDATION” \u2013\u00a0School Library Journal)\u2014the new book returns readers to the Sock-Verse, the magical world where lost socks find adventure. Freddy, Ruffles, and Hanks journey to the Pinky Toe Kingdom to compete for the legendary Dial of Desires, a powerful artifact that could help Freddy reunite with his long-lost twin, Peter. To win, they must brave Iron Mountain, a realm of molten lava, geysers, and fierce rivals. More than a contest, the quest challenges them to learn that the greatest victories are rooted in friendship and doing what’s right.<\/p>\n

“Life Really Socks\u00a0has always been about more than a funny adventure\u2014it’s about celebrating diversity, unity, and the idea that we are stronger together,” said co-creator Shidan Youssefian. “With\u00a0Quest for Iron Mountain, we’re excited for kids and families to see those themes come alive in action-packed and heartfelt ways.”<\/p>\n

Since its launch,\u00a0Life Really Socks\u00a0has grown into a cross-platform brand. The debut graphic novel introduced the Sock-Verse and inspired the world’s first collectible sock game, launched in April 2025. Sold in mystery packs, the socks let kids mix and match characters for everyday play. Animated short-form content has also built a digital community of 1.4 million followers and more than 500 million views across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.<\/p>\n

With zany humor, imaginative settings, and heartfelt storytelling,\u00a0Life Really Socks \u2013 Quest for Iron Mountain\u00a0is set to capture the hearts of young readers everywhere.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit\u00a0www.lifereallysocks.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n About Life Really Socks
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Created by cousins Shidan and Roshan Youssefian,\u00a0Life Really Socks\u00a0is a media and entertainment brand spanning graphic novels, collectibles, and digital content. With the tagline “It’s Time to Mix & Match,” the series champions unity in diversity while delivering laugh-out-loud adventures for all ages.<\/p>\n

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