Graphic Novels

Monsters, Friendship, and Fun: ‘The Last Kids on Earth’ Breaks the rules.
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Monsters, Friendship, and Fun: ‘The Last Kids on Earth’ Breaks the rules.

Jack was left alone in this post-apocalyptic world. He’s an orphan, so it wasn’t new to him, the feeling of loneliness. But this time, it’s different. He has his friend, Quint, whom he needs to find. And his crush, June, whom he needs to save. But are they still alive? Is there a point in wandering around town looking for these people?

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Breaking Stereotypes: A Deep Dive into ‘Squire’ by Nadia Shammas and Sara Alfageeh
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Breaking Stereotypes: A Deep Dive into ‘Squire’ by Nadia Shammas and Sara Alfageeh

Aiza’s journey is masterfully brought to life, creating an experience that is both personal and expansive. Aiza feels trapped, caught between who she is told she is and who she wants to be. Her future isn’t hers to decide, and this doesn’t sit well with her. When an opportunity presents itself, she knows that this is the chance she has been wishing for.

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Beyond the Darkness: Aleksander Lost in Bardugo's 'Demon in the Wood'
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Beyond the Darkness: Aleksander Lost in Bardugo's 'Demon in the Wood'

Demon in the Wood explores the history of the series’ core antagonist, Aleksander. A shadow-summoner from a world where magic is entirely shunned. People like Aleksander and his mother are called witches by ordinary folk—but among themselves, they go by the name Grisha. A term for people who can manipulate certain elements: water, air, or fire. There are those with the power to stop the beating of a heart. But Aleksander and his kin, they control darkness.


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