Graphic Novel Review: The Breakaways

The BreakawaysCathy G. Johnson Certain things worked really well for this, in particular the art style. Johnson does an excellent job at drawing middle schoolers that perfectly encapsulates the in-between child and teen phase. Her dedication to different body types also was so wonderful to see, in addition to the style and personality offered to…

Comic Review: The Magic Fish

The Magic FishTrung Le Nguyen A beautifully crafted coming of age story, told through the lenses of collected folklore, completely captured my attention and my heart. I genuinely lost track of time while reading it and taking in the gorgeous illustrations, and pretty much abandoned my list of questions I was writing to discuss with…

Comic Review: Snapdragon

SnapdragonKat Leyh “Snap’s town had a witch. At least, that’s how the rumor goes. But in reality, Jacks is just a crocks-wearing, internet-savvy old lady who sells roadkill skeletons online–after doing a little ritual to put their spirits to rest. It’s creepy, sure, but Snap thinks it’s kind of cool, too. They make a deal: Jacks…

Comic Review: Heavy Vinyl Vol. 1

Heavy Vinyl Vol. 1 Carly Usdin (writer), Nina Vakueva (Illustrator) “When Chris joins the staff at her local record store, she’s surprised to find out that her co-workers share a secret: they’re all members of a secret fight club that take on the patriarchy and fight crime! Starry-eyed Chris has just started the dream job every outcast…