With text in English and Spanish, this graphic novel follows five middle-schoolers of Hispanic and Latine backgrounds who must work together for a cause bigger than themselves and their differences. I love how the plot defies readerly and societal expectations and brings to life such complex and sincere characters!"
- Grace
This book is so cool. The illustration style is just on the edge of magical. And so it should be, as Safia's Aunty Whimsy really does look like a monster. Whimsy has been hidden away from the world for so long, but now she's back, unmasking agents of chaos and unravelling mysteries. Can she keep her identity a secret so she and Safia can keep adventuring?"
- Clare
Stylish and funny graphic novel about a space postman who has a crazy day delivering mail to alien worlds. One for fans of Hilda or Catstronauts.
- Clare
Cool and creepy story about fairy abduction and what family means when the world seems so strange. The illustration in this book is very detailed and intricate, it perfectly matches the feelings the kids go through as they find out who they are.
- Clare
A memoir about growing up deaf, where the author illustrates herself as a rabbit. Wonderful and engaging storytelling with plenty of funny moments. I particularly love how the rabbit is illustrated to look older as the book goes on.
- Clare
Two girls, in space with a secret genetically modified pet. What could go wrong? Sci-fi adventure with science and silliness.
- Clare
The graphic memoir of Omar Mohamed who grew up in a refugee camp looking after his disabled younger brother. Yes it's a heartwrenching story, but it's also full of hope, humanity and beauty.
- Clare
Do you know any fashionistas? This might be the book for them. It's about a Prince who likes to wear ballgowns and the dressmaker who creates these extraordinary outfits for the Prince's daring new persona. The plot has a positive outcome for everyone and the dresses are nothing short of fabulous.
- Clare
A very cool lesser-known graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang, author of American Born Chinese. It's based on the first ever Asian American comic book hero. Great 50s-style illustration and a strong message about representation in comics today.
- Clare
This is the best comic Marvel have ever made. Great for teens or older tweens these stories are about Kamala Khan, an ordinary teenager from New Jersey with shapeshifting powers. The stories and friendships and even the way she looks are so real. I reread these in times of trouble.
- Clare
A tween Wonder Woman is challenged by the arrival of a stranger on the island. But it's not some silly boy, it's a girl her own age and the first friend Diana has ever had. A perfectly pitched superhero story for 2nd and 3rd graders about peer pressure and friendship.
- Clare
Do you love Hilda? Of course you do! This new graphic novel for younger readers reminds me of Hilda because of the whimsical creatures and not-so-scary bad guys. I particularly love how we see pages from Timo's illustrated adventure journal to understand better what he feels as he explores new places.
- Clare
The first Graphic Novel to ever win a Newbery Award. Brilliant realistic storytelling about school and new friends. Sometimes funny and sometimes serious, always spot on. The second book Class Act is also great.
- Clare