$12.99
ISBN: 9780316538855
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - May 18th, 2021
A fresh, yet familiar, friendship story that is tenderly written. This memoir graphic novel is realistic and relatable as we follow Tori during the events of middle school, issues with friends, the problems that arise when her parents’ divorce, and sibling interactions. To try and find something to hold onto, to balance her through this, Tori finds solace in writing and illustrating her own book that mirror her own struggles and emotions. An author afterwards ties everything together nicely at the end. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette
$17.99
ISBN: 9781620108628
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Published: Oni Press - March 30th, 2021
An adorable coming of age with lots of humor, diverse characters that are relatable, and full of surprises is the best way to describe this fun graphic novel. Monsters, adventures, and snacks come together when Willow and her new friends are sent to a creepy, but cool, summer camp. Willow does not want to move to this spooky town or go to this spooky camp. However, once she gets there (having to get past weird clowns, a bully, and the fog) she learns that there are secrets around every corner. This is not your dad's summer camp (even if Willow’s dad went) and this year they promise no campers will go missing (again). Adventure awaits! Just watch out for fog leeches. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette
$12.99
ISBN: 9781338264180
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Published: Graphix - November 2nd, 2021
At a school for magical girls, Manu finds herself (once again) in trouble by using a spell far beyond even her talents (which surpass any other students). It is up to Josephina (her best friend), the headmistress and the other students to stop the damage that has been caused when this spell goes more than a little bit messy and literally goes to the demons! Best friends, magic and religion mix for a fantastic, tastefully done, fantasy graphic novel. The themes, landscape and feeling of the novel itself is based in the author/illustrators Dominican and American heritage. This is a modern fairy/folk tale that combines classic story and new imagery. Ages 10 and up are the best audience, but younger people can read if they are not too sensitive of a reader as there are some fantasy adventure/situations. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette
$9.99
ISBN: 9781250801937
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Published: First Second - May 11th, 2021
This early chapter book graphic novel is perfect for fans of Bunjitsu Bunny. A group of kittens can't find jobs in construction, so start their own company. Lots of silly sweetness follows! ~ Reviewed by Rachel Person
$12.99
ISBN: 9780063069060
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Published: Balzer + Bray - March 29th, 2022
A funny story about friendship, cake, thinking things out, bravery and cake. When Sir Ladybug has their latest quest find them (instead of the other way around), it is an adventure that will take all their skills, the skills of their friends, and the best darn cake ever! Bad jokes, naughty birds (just trying to get a bite to eat) and great cake will have your child (and you) laughing, cheering, and learning the real meaning of bravery. ~ Reviewed by Jeanette
$12.99
ISBN: 9780062973863
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Published: HarperAlley - October 27th, 2020
When Cici moves from Taiwan to Seattle, she misses her grandma terribly. She wants A-ma to come visit, but plane tickets are too expensive. So, Cici decides to raise the money herself - by winning a kids' cooking competition. However, when she gets paired with a girl who only wants to cook French and Italian food, Cici isn't sure how to stand up for herself and her culture. This is a nuanced, successful look at how racist microagressions infiltrate the food world, from the white characters' assumption that Taiwanese and Chinese foods are the same, to noticing how, in America, white cultures' cuisines are commonly associated with fancy, expensive restaurants, but Asian foods are sidelined as cheap takeout. ~ Reviewed by Nadja Tiktinsky
