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Best Teen & YA Graphic Literature of 2024

TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

CALL ME IGGY

by Jorge Aguirre ; illustrated by Rafael Rosado ; color by John Novak

A pitch-perfect example of teenage explorations of cultural identity. Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

WOE

by Lucy Knisley ; illustrated by Lucy Knisley

An amusing, heartfelt, and bittersweet read that will resonate deeply with pet lovers. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

49 DAYS

by Agnes Lee ; illustrated by Agnes Lee

A moving portrayal of mortality and its aftermath, shown from both sides. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BAD DREAM

by Nicole Maines ; illustrated by Rye Hickman ; color by Bex Glendining

A sweet, engaging, and beautifully executed adventure. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

MAELSTROM

by Lorian Merriman ; illustrated by Lorian Merriman

Sweet, exciting, and immersive: This exceptional fantasy has it all. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

SAFE PASSAGE

by G. Neri ; illustrated by David Brame

Somber with a sprinkling of optimism and a firm grounding in unconditional familial love. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE DEEP DARK

by Molly Knox Ostertag ; illustrated by Molly Knox Ostertag

Well-drawn, deeply realized characters enliven this spellbinding and fantastical queer coming-of-age love story. Full review >

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GRAPHIC NOVELS & COMICS

LEAP

by Simina Popescu ; illustrated by Simina Popescu

An ultimately hopeful portrayal of dance, coming of age, and being true to yourself. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE GHOSTKEEPER

by Johanna Taylor ; illustrated by Johanna Taylor

Powerfully, tenderly, and empathetically examines death, grief, and the afterlife. Full review >

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