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| Be Prepared by Vera BrosgolExpectations: Frustrated misfit Vera hopes that she'll finally fit in among the other Russian kids at a Russian American summer camp.
Reality: From mean girls to a terrifying outhouse, camp is nothing like Vera expected.
Why Raina fans might like it: Just like Raina often writes about her own life, this relatable graphic novel is based on the summer camp woes of author Vera Brosgol. |
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| All's Faire in Middle School by Victoria JamiesonStarring: homeschooled 11-year-old Imogene "Impy" Vega, who’s just been promoted to squire at the Renaissance Faire where her parents work.
What happens: Impy’s ready for a quest, and going to public school seems like just the thing. But will it transform her into a brave knight or a spiky dragon?
Why Raina fans might like it: This tale of friends and "faire-mily" is just as amusing and authentic as Drama, Smile, or Sisters. |
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| All Summer Long by Hope LarsonWhat it’s about: With her best friend Austin ignoring her texts while he’s away at soccer camp, Bina has a lot of free time for playing her guitar and hanging out with Charlie, Austin’s surprisingly cool older sister.
Why Raina fans might like it: All Summer Long's expressive cartoon art and truthful take on friendship are a good fit for fans of Raina's realistic books.
Series alert: Keep an eye out for sequels -- there are two on the way! |
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| The Witch Boy by Molly Knox OstertagWhat it’s about: Now that he's 13, everyone expects Aster to shape-shift like the other boys in his magical community. Aster's true skill, however, is witchcraft...which is taught only to girls.
Why Raina fans might like it: With colorful art and characters you'll root for, this graphic novel fantasy will grab readers who love Raina’s Ghosts.
Series alert: This series opener is followed by The Hidden Witch and The Midwinter Witch (due out in November). |
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Roller Girl
by Victoria Jamieson
What happens: Graphic Fiction. From the first time she hears the words "are you ready for some rrrroller derby?!" Astrid is hooked. Eager to try the high-energy, high-contact sport, she signs up for junior derby camp, assuming that her BFF Nicole will join her. When Nicole opts for ballet classes with snobby Rachel instead, Astrid is left to deal with the falls, bruises, and tough older girls at derby camp on her own.
Why Raina fans might like it: Illustrated in a bright, friendly style, Astrid's journey from confusion to confidence will make readers (especially fans of Raina Telgemeier's books) want to cheer…and then strap on their own skates.
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A Few More Comics for Back to School...
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What makes you happy
by Jimmy Gownley
What happens: When Amelia finds a tape of an old song by her Aunt Tanner, a former rock star, she is not exactly sure what it means
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Hilo : the boy who crashed to Earth
by Judd Winick
What happens: When a mysterious boy from outer space crash lands on the Earth with no memory of his identity, D.J. and his friend Gina help the boy try to unlock the secrets of his past. By the award-winning cartoonist and head writer of The Awesomes.
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The dodgeball chronicles : The Dodgeball Chronicles
by Frank Cammuso
What happens: When Artie opens a locker that no one else ever could and discovers the mysterious contents within, a challenge is presented by Joe and his group of bullies to Artie and his new friends where the winners take it all!
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Real friends
by Shannon Hale
What happens: The Newbery Honor-winning author of Princess Academy traces the roller-coaster challenges of first friendships as demonstrated by her own experiences from kindergarten through fifth grade, years marked by cliques, bullies and her efforts to gain popularity. Illustrated by the best-selling artist of the Princess in Black series.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 10-13!
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Central Mississippi Regional Library System
100 Tamberline Street
Brandon, Mississippi 39042
601-825-0100
http://www.cmrls.lib.ms.us
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