The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyenĭual narratives, with a folklore thread woven throughout, tell this poignant story about a Vietnamese teenager struggling with how and when to reveal his sexual orientation. The Fire Never Goes Out: A Memoir in Pictures by Noelle StevensonĪ New York Times bestselling author-illustrator gets real about the highs and lows of pursuing one’s artistic dreams, coming out, and dealing with depression. 1: Quest to be the Best by Rodney BarnesĪfter a celestial event, a bullied teen discovers he now has a unique superpower. The social consequences of staying stuck in an unhealthy relationship is a major theme explored in this queer YA read that NPR ranked one of the “Best Books of 2019.” Quincredible Vol. Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki And unraveling the internal and external drama which ensues may take all summer. Honor Girl: A Graphic Memoir by Maggie ThrashĪ 15-year-old suddenly realizes she’s attracted to her female counselor at sleepaway camp. Displacement by Kiku HughesĪ historical graphic novel about the plight of Japanese-Americans forced to live in internment camps during World War II. It also provides a glimpse into the Jewish custom of “sitting shiva” after a family member dies. This graphic memoir depicts the author’s personal journey of losing a parent to cancer. This modern feminist reference book follows influential movements primarily spearheaded by women. High School Graphic Novels Amazons, Abolitionists, and Activists: A Graphic History of Women’s Fight for Their Rights by Mikki Kendall When Stars Are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar MohamedĬo-author Omar Mohamed recounts the trials and triumphs he experienced growing up in a Kenyan refugee camp in this National Book Award Finalist. Snapdragon by Kat LeyhĪ fantasy read that grapples with real issues such as bullying, single-parent households, and transgenderism. Stargazing by Jen WangĬhinese-American best friends try to support each other during good and bad times after one becomes seriously ill. Follow a girl still yearning for playtime, while she slowly finds herself with only a ghost left as a friend. This whimsical story explores the challenges of leaving childhood. Twin siblings start to embrace their differing personalities in sixth grade, without sacrificing their close bond in the process. Follow the baking-inspired escapades two brothers stir up after immigrating to the United States. Two princesses realize they are each other’s heroes-and happy endings-in this LGBTQ+ fairy tale.Ī humorous comic listed “Best Kids Book of the Year” by Horn Book and Kirkus. Princess Princess Ever After by Katie O’Neill She also wants to win a cooking contest and use the money to help her grandmother visit from Taiwan. Measuring Up by Lily LaMotteĪ middle schooler is desperate to fit in at a new school. Pashmina by Nidhi ChananiĪ teen travels to India thanks to the help of a magical pashmina! There she seizes the opportunity to learn more about her heritage. This is the illustrated sequel to Craft’s “New Kid,” which won the 2020 Newbery Medal, the Coretta Scott King Author Award, and the Kirkus Prize. And unfortunately, the household is too distracted to notice. Middle School Graphic Novels Allergic: A Graphic Novel by Megan Wagner Lloydįinding a pet proves to be challenging for a kid with severe allergies. The following high school and middle school graphic novels are some of our favorites for the classroom. To have his moral code and the powers to back it up.Īfter over 30 years at DC Comics, it’s now time for Mike to retreat to his own Fortress of Solitude, take off the cape and kick off the boots and enjoy.Know a graphic novel fan? Chances are you do! In recent years, this genre has taken off and now there are so many wonderful and diverse graphic novels for young readers. I’ve often said that the difference between Marvel and DC is that Marvel’s heroes are one you can become, DCs are the heroes you aspire to be. There has been much talk over the last several years about the character of Superman is he still relevant, should he be brooding and moody like Batman to make him more popular? Mike Carlin was one of the few people who understood who Superman should be. But what Mike really was the guy who kept Superman alive for decades in animated and live action movies and TV shows, and of course, in the comics. I first knew Mike Carlin as “the guy who killed Superman”. My job in the late 1990s was to get DCs graphic novels into bookstores and libraries.
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