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Take Back the Block Chrystal D. Giles
Shiny Misfits Maysoon Zayid Illustrated by Shadia Amin
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Wes Henderson would rather play video games than join his parents at protests. But when the fight comes to his neighborhood, he’ll have to decide what’s really important and what’s worth fighting for.
“In this graphic novel debut by an actor and comedian with cerebral palsy, a girl wants to be recognized for her talent, not her
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The Thing About Jellyfish Ali Benjamin
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After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy retreats into a world of theories and imagination. “A moving portrayal of loss and healing.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
Stuck at home with two broken legs, Carter begins watching live feeds from the town’s police cameras. It starts off innocently enough, but what happens when the people he’s been watching find out?
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Speechless Aron Nels Steinke
Mira struggles to speak in class and feels alone at school—will she ever find her voice? “A heartwarming and visually enticing graphic novel that lauds imagination and self-expression.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review New
The Thing About Luck Cynthia Kadohata Illustrated by Julia Kuo
While fighting against a string of bad luck plaguing her family of Japanese American migrant farmers, Summer learns that she’s in charge of her own happiness. “Compassionate and altogether delightful.” — Kirkus , starred review National Book Award
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288pp.
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Stranded Nikki Shannon Smith
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Ava is excited to get away from city life and spend the summer in her aunt’s remote cabin. But when Ava finds herself stranded alone, her vacation quickly turns into a game of survival.
Timid Jonathan Todd In efforts to curve his timidness, Cecil draws a self-inspired comic book character who gains popularity through befriending the new kids in class. If only he could make
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