Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
In Evil-ish, Kennedy Tarrell blends humor, fantasy, and heart to tell the story of Hawthorne, a nonbinary teen who dreams of villainy but finds something much greater: belonging. When Hawthorne accidentally becomes the leader of a band of misfits, they discover that evil and good are not as simple as they seem. A fast-paced, funny, and affirming graphic novel that celebrates self-discovery and friendship.
Cassandra Calin’s The New Girl is a funny, heartfelt graphic novel about friendship, change, and finding yourself in a new place. Lia’s story of moving from Romania to Montreal captures the awkward yet empowering journey of growing up and belonging.
When you’re named after a 250-year-old tortoise, you grow up believing life is full of possibilities and wonder. But ever since Addie’s family got turned upside down, those things have been harder for her to see.
Charlie’s shy. Nick’s sweet. And their friendship might just be turning into something more. Heartstopper: Volume One is a gentle, joyful story of first love that will leave you smiling—and wanting more.
Middle school, magical mayhem, and a cat-unicorn-space princess. This sparkly graphic novel bursts with anime-inspired fun, friendship drama, and a heroine who learns being herself might be the most magical power of all.