Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Turn up the heat on post-grad anxiety! Jarrett Melendez’s Chef’s Kiss is an absolute triumph that masterfully blends the high-stakes stress of entering the workforce with a beautifully wholesome queer rom-com. Complete with a dreamy workplace crush and an adorable taste-testing pig, this graphic novel is the perfect, feel-good read for graduating seniors discovering their own path.
Dare to step beyond the midnight border! Abby Howard’s The Crossroads at Midnight is an atmospheric, anthology of chilling slice-of-life horror stories exploring the terrifying link between profound loneliness and the supernatural.
In Hollow, Shannon Watters and a stellar creative team deliver an enchanting, supernatural graphic novel that updates the Headless Horseman legend into a contemporary queer adventure. Blending gorgeous art, a twisty mystery, and heartfelt personal growth, this story expertly captures the complex relationships of high school life.
Nat for Nothing, a graphic novel tracking the ups and downs of middle school friend groups. When Natalie struggles to find an after-school club and faces friend drama, she must discover how to move forward.
Absolutely Nat is a fantastic, graphic novel that sends favorite character Natalie off to summer camp. When camp fails to match the brochure, Natalie must confront her fears and navigate difficult social changes.