GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

CASTLE IN THE STARS

by Alex Alice ; illustrated by Alex Alice ; translated by Anne Smith & Owen Smith

Like the best steampunk, this story is one excellent distraction after another, with enough blueprints to hold people’s... Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

ALL'S FAIRE IN MIDDLE SCHOOL

by Victoria Jamieson ; illustrated by Victoria Jamieson

Readers will cheer her victories, wince at her stumbles, and likely demand visits to the nearest faire themselves to sample... Full review >

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WHERE'S HALMONI?

by Julie Kim ; illustrated by Julie Kim

An exceptionally charming and well-executed romp that brings to life loving family relationships and an enticing fairy-tale... Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

THE WITCH BOY

by Molly Knox Ostertag ; illustrated by Molly Knox Ostertag

With charming artwork, interesting supporting characters, natural-feeling diversity, and peeks of a richly developed world,... Full review >

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