Best Graphic Middle-Grade Books of 2023

by Blexbolex ; translated by Karin Snelson ; illustrated by Blexbolex

Protecting magic, extending grace, leaping into the future with hope—this tour de force will nourish souls. Full review >

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by Jorge Cham ; illustrated by Jorge Cham

An irresistibly entertaining introduction to astrophysics. Full review >

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by Jerry Craft ; illustrated by Jerry Craft

Another triumph of storytelling filled with heart and wonder. Full review >

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by Saadia Faruqi ; illustrated by Shazleen Khan

A beautiful, realistic, and important story focusing on family and sibling bonds. Full review >

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by Julie Kim ; illustrated by Julie Kim

Rich in folklore, comedy, and color, a riotous and pleasurable treat. Full review >

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by Lindsey Leigh ; illustrated by Lindsey Leigh

A broad and buoyant undersea venture. Full review >

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by Pedro Martín ; illustrated by Pedro Martín

A retro yet timeless story of family and identity. Full review >

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by Trang Nguyễn & Jeet Zdũng ; illustrated by Jeet Zdũng ; translated by Trang Nguyễn & Jeet Zdũng

Stirs the mind and heart the way an elephant quakes the earth. Full review >

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by K. O'Neill ; illustrated by K. O'Neill

A nature-based coming-of-age story aglow with the light of loving bonds and communal living. Full review >

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by Dan Santat ; illustrated by Dan Santat

Full of laughter and sentiment, this is a nudge for readers to dare to try new things. Full review >

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by Betty C. Tang ; illustrated by Betty C. Tang

Emotionally moving and beautifully executed. Full review >

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by Magdalene Visaggio ; illustrated by Jenn St-Onge

Spooky, queer, and magical—it’s no mystery why this book is a wonder. Full review >

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by Zach Weinersmith ; illustrated by Boulet

Wonderfully weird. Full review >

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