This stunning, lovely book is certain to be a family favorite no matter what ages your family spans. A certain Caldecott contender!
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This comics anthology collections stories of the history of abortion as well as personal stories from a number of generations. Educational and deeply moving, this anthology deserves to be tucked between Our Bodies Our Selves and A People's History of the United States.
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When their grandmother disappears, two children venture into an alternate realm to find her. This riveting story is inspired by Korean folklore and told through the medium of comics. With colorful illustrations, engaging characters, and the right mix of tension and humor, it is certain to become a story time favorite.
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Miller follows up her brilliant Song of Achilles with the story of Circe, goddess, banished daughter of Helios, lover of Odysseus, and a witch. The lyrical writing and complex characters will capture you and the thousand-year span of this story will fly by. If you’re looking for a page-turning literary read, this for you.
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I think Hillary Chute is the best comics critic writing today; her work is accessible and engaging. If you have any interest in the medium, this is the book to read after McCloud’s Understanding Comics.
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In this magical yet ordinary story, a little girl searches for fairies in her backyard. While she may never see one, sometimes hints are enough. The vivid, jewel-tone illustrations are full of patterns and details that beg to be pored over. With a simple rhyming text and lush, layered illustrations, this book is certain to be a favorite reread at bedtimes!
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Gorgeous language, striking imagery...it doesn’t get better than this. If you like Kelly Link’s work, you simply must read this short story collection!
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It's worth picking up this book for the illustrations alone, but it offers so much more than that. This is a story of identity, purpose, art, and friendship that invites rereading!
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With superb drawings and a nuanced emotional journey, it's difficult to resist the pull of this stunning, coming-of-age narrative. Simply masterful!
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The nuances of these stories take the concept of relationships far beyond that of the title, and provide much to think about. If you're looking for depth and delicacy in both text and image, look no further.
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