Elise Martinez

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After the Rain

Nnedi Okorafor | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Feb 01, 2021

Jennings paints an initially terrifying reality, highlighting the vulnerability of self-discovery and the tension of being from two different worlds and cultures. Part horror, part magical realism, this #OwnVoices story is a worthwhile addition to any collection.

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Quincredible: Vol. 1; Quest To Be the Best

Rodney Barnes | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Jan 01, 2021

Despite occasionally clunky storytelling, this series starter will prompt teens to ask how they can make the world a better place. Perfect for fans of “Ms. Marvel” and “Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man.”

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Called Upon

Bethany Lee | FICTION, Jan 01, 2021

An interesting premise falls short of its own potential. Suitable for adolescent readers who are new to the psychological thriller genre.

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Wider than the Sky

Katherine Rothschild | FICTION, Dec 01, 2020

While the story occasionally fumbles with drama, themes of forgiveness and accountability result in a satisfying ending.

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The Sacrifice of Darkness

Roxane Gay & Tracy Lynne Oliver | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Oct 30, 2020

The quest for love, identity, and the power of family carries Gay’s adaptation. Perfect for readers who enjoyed Kevin Panetta’s Bloom or Tillie Walden’s Are You Listening??

Be Gay, Do Comics: Queer History, Memoir, and Satire from the Nib

| REVIEWS+, Aug 01, 2020

This celebration of queer voices in comics is a must for all libraries.

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The Crossroads at Midnight

Abby Howard | GRAPHIC NOVELS, Jul 01, 2020

This anthology is immersive but horror lite, making it an excellent introduction to the genre. Recommended for fans of Joe Hill’s “Locke & Key” series.