Comic books in 'Slice of Life/Urban Angst'

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1st printing.

Written by James Patterson and Emily Raymond. Art by Valeria Wicker.

I'm running away. Not to a place-to a person.

Eleanor is happiest when she's left alone to dream up elaborate stories. Sam is polished, fun, and popular. Still, the sisters have always been there for each other-until everything changed.

Now Sam is somewhere in Seattle, and Eleanor runs after her. Nothing is easy in the big, unforgiving city. As Eleanor faces new setbacks, she also makes new friends and tells new stories. Eleanor can rewrite her life in so many ways...but can she make a happy ending her reality?

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 280 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

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The 616 Comics Exclusive Virgin Cover by John Giang. Written by Jason Aaron. Art by Alexandre Tefenkgi. Love in the Wasteland' kicks off the first arc of this epic trilogy that spans a lifetime as the dark mysteries of a ruined world and their own stark differences tear at the threads holding Mezzy and Maceo together. As they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make an unlikely connection. But to their peril... they might not be as alone as they thought... New York Times bestselling, Eisner and Harvey Award-winning writer Jason Aaron (Thor, The Avengers, Southern Bastards) launches his most ambitious original series to date with three distinct artistic partners - Eisner Award-winning artist Alexandre Tefenkgi (The Good Asian), acclaimed artists Leila del Duca (Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed, Sleepless), and Nick Dragotta (East of West, Ghost Cage) - to take on a vision of the end of the world that's brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded... and ultimately, timeless. Collects Once Upon A Time At The End Of The World #1-5. 32 pages, full color. Rated M

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The 616 Comics Exclusive Virgin Cover by John Giang. Written by Jason Aaron. Art by Alexandre Tefenkgi. Love in the Wasteland' kicks off the first arc of this epic trilogy that spans a lifetime as the dark mysteries of a ruined world and their own stark differences tear at the threads holding Mezzy and Maceo together. As they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make an unlikely connection. But to their peril... they might not be as alone as they thought... New York Times bestselling, Eisner and Harvey Award-winning writer Jason Aaron (Thor, The Avengers, Southern Bastards) launches his most ambitious original series to date with three distinct artistic partners - Eisner Award-winning artist Alexandre Tefenkgi (The Good Asian), acclaimed artists Leila del Duca (Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed, Sleepless), and Nick Dragotta (East of West, Ghost Cage) - to take on a vision of the end of the world that's brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded... and ultimately, timeless. Collects Once Upon A Time At The End Of The World #1-5. 32 pages, full color. Rated M

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1st printing.

Story and art by Matthew Tavares.

A work of fiction inspired by a true story, Matt Tavares's debut graphic novel dramatizes the historic struggle for gender equality in high school sports.

It is 1975 in Indiana, and the Wilkins Regional High School girls' basketball team is in their rookie season. Despite being undefeated, they practice at night in the elementary school and play to empty bleachers. Unlike the boys' team, the Lady Bears have no buses to deliver them to away games and no uniforms, much less a laundry service. They make their own uniforms out of T-shirts and electrical tape. And with help from a committed female coach, they push through to improbable victory after improbable victory.

Illustrated in full color, this story about the ongoing battle of women striving for equality in sports rings with honesty, bravery, and heart.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Kayla Miller and Jeffery Canino. Art and cover by Kristina Luu.

A fun and fresh spin-off of the New York Times bestselling Click graphic novels. With the school dance around the corner, fashionistas Beth and Chanda are ready to dazzle!

With their first formal school dance around the corner, Beth and Chanda are on a mission to make it the best night ever. Step one? Secure the perfect dresses so they can dominate the dance floor! But when neither of them can find an outfit that lives up to their high expectations-and when they encounter unexpected pressure to find dates-these besties will need to lean on their friendship more than ever if they hope to find their groove and bust a move!

New York Times bestselling author Kayla Miller and coauthor Jeffrey Canino share a thoughtful and lively story about the challenges of finding your own personal style...and how it always helps to keep your favorite person at your side. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's dynamic, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's stories.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Alex Graudin.

Alex has crippling social anxiety. All day long, she is trapped in a web of negative thoughts and paralyzing fear. To pull herself free of this endless cycle, Alex does something truly terrifying: She signs up for an improv comedy class. By forcing herself to play silly games and act out ridiculous scenes, Alex confronts the unbearable weight of embarrassment, makes new friends, rediscovers parts of herself that she'd hidden away, and ultimately faces her greatest fear by performing onstage for all to see.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in.x 8 1/2-in., 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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Limited 1 for 30 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Kid Toussaint. Art by Aveline Stokart. Cover by Gustavo Duarte. FIVE PERSONALITIES. ONE GIRL. It doesn't take long for Elle's new friends to realize there is something different about her. Even Elle suspects there is more to her situation than her therapist is willing to admit. But as every day stress and some bad news start to accumulate, Elle fears that she will reveal another personality that will upend the new life that she is living. ABLAZE proudly presents Elle(s), a vibrant, imaginative new series. Featuring brilliant, Pixar-esque art from Aveline Stokart, and an engaging story by Kid Toussaint that brings moments of real emotion, mystery, intrigue and humor together during the epic highs and lows of high school. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Paige Walshe.

Abby is learning how to tackle everything childhood throws her way. With her friends by her side and imagination levels high, she's bound to have good times and big laughs despite the obstacles that pop up along the way.

Abby is taking on the world. Even if it means sometimes curling up in a blanket, she is on a roll.

Join Abby in this collection of light-hearted and humorous slice-of-life comics for fun-loving readers of all ages!

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 10 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 96 pages, PC/PB&W. All Ages

Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Niki Smith.

Struggling with anxiety after witnessing a harrowing instance of gun violence, Manuel Soto copes through photography, using his cell-phone camera to find anchors that keep him grounded. His days are a lonely, latchkey monotony until he's teamed with his classmates, Sebastian and Caysha, for a group project. Sebastian lives on a grass-fed cattle farm outside of town, and Manuel finds solace in the open fields and in the antics of the newborn calf Sebastian is hand-raising. As Manuel aides his new friends in their preparations for the local county fair, he learns to open up, confronts his deepest fears, and even finds first love.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Diane deGroat.

Imagine you could meet your favorite comic-book hero in the real world. What kinds of questions would you ask? Would you go on new and exciting adventures? While heroes might seem larger than life, everyone can use some help from a friend.

Follow two intersecting stories set in the real world and inside a comic book as a real-life kid finds the courage to cope with his anxiety with the help of Robo-Kid, a comic superhero with his own vulnerabilities. With two distinctive art styles blending comic book and traditional picture book formats, Diane deGroat's The Adventures of Robo-Kid is an inspiring tale about what it takes to be a hero.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 32 pages, full color.

Cover price $18.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Diane deGroat.

Imagine you could meet your favorite comic-book hero in the real world. What kinds of questions would you ask? Would you go on new and exciting adventures? While heroes might seem larger than life, everyone can use some help from a friend.

Follow two intersecting stories set in the real world and inside a comic book as a real-life kid finds the courage to cope with his anxiety with the help of Robo-Kid, a comic superhero with his own vulnerabilities. With two distinctive art styles blending comic book and traditional picture book formats, Diane deGroat's The Adventures of Robo-Kid is an inspiring tale about what it takes to be a hero.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 32 pages, full color.

Cover price $18.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

Written by David Pinckney. Art and cover by Ennun Ana Iurov.

Choosing between living the life you want and living the life you're "supposed to have" is not always an easy choice. Noah, embracing his true-self, wants to pursue a career in costume design, something his loving, public service parents would never approve of. Azarie, the perfect, model daughter of a very stern, traditional family, dreams of embracing the hobbies she secretly loves, hobbies her social circle would never abide by.

The two live different lives and their social statuses keep them from ever crossing paths until they have a chance encounter that exposes some common ground: the desire to be who they truly are. Together, the two set out to put it all on the line and show everyone what they're made of and what they want to achieve in the form of cosplay. Their growing friendship will be tested and their faith in themselves, as well as each other, will be tried.

Up-and-coming writer David Pinckney (Fight Like a Girl) and first-time graphic novel artist Ennun Ana Iurov introduce a coming-of-age yarn about self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring power of having a person believe in you!

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 200 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

Written by James Patterson and Emily Raymond. Art by Valeria Wicker.

I'm running away. Not to a place-to a person.

Eleanor is happiest when she's left alone to dream up elaborate stories. Sam is polished, fun, and popular. Still, the sisters have always been there for each other-until everything changed.

Now Sam is somewhere in Seattle, and Eleanor runs after her. Nothing is easy in the big, unforgiving city. As Eleanor faces new setbacks, she also makes new friends and tells new stories. Eleanor can rewrite her life in so many ways...but can she make a happy ending her reality?

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 280 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Alexis Castellanos.

Marisol loves her colorful home in Cuba with its vibrant people and food and flowers that she picks with her father on their way to the library. But Cuba is changing, and it isn't long before the home she once knew is no longer safe. And then her parents announce it's no longer her home at all, and they're sending her to the United States... alone.

Suddenly Marisol's world is devoid of the color it was once so full of as she begins a new life in cold, gray Brooklyn. Nothing about this new place is familiarthe language, the weather, the food, school, or even her foster parents. Marisol has never felt so lost; but she will find that perhaps the best way to find home is to stay true to herself.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $21.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Alexis Castellanos.

Marisol loves her colorful home in Cuba with its vibrant people and food and flowers that she picks with her father on their way to the library. But Cuba is changing, and it isn't long before the home she once knew is no longer safe. And then her parents announce it's no longer her home at all, and they're sending her to the United States... alone.

Suddenly Marisol's world is devoid of the color it was once so full of as she begins a new life in cold, gray Brooklyn. Nothing about this new place is familiarthe language, the weather, the food, school, or even her foster parents. Marisol has never felt so lost; but she will find that perhaps the best way to find home is to stay true to herself.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $21.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Written by Ivy Noelle Weir. Art and cover by Myisha Haynes.

Anne of Green Gables with a twist: this full-color graphic novel moves Anne Shirley to modern-day West Philadelphia, where where she finds new friends, new rivals, and a new family.

When Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert decide to foster a teenage girl for the first time, their lives are changed forever.

Their redheaded foster daughter, Anne Shirley, is in search of an exciting life and has decided that West Philly is where she's going to find it. Armed with a big personality and unstoppable creativity, Anne takes her new home by storm as she joins the robotics club, makes new friends in Diana and Gilbert, experiences first love, and turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. But as Anne starts to get comfortable, she discovers one thing she wasn't looking for: a family.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Edo Brenes.

A wholesome snapshot of reconnecting with generations of one's family history, Costa Rican illustrator Edo Brenes unearths a trove of stories, recounting tales of everything from affairs to adventurous escapades, all while taking time to share a laugh over life's messier moments. Ramiro leaves the British drizzle and his beloved fiancé Yoss to investigate his family history back home in Costa Rica.

What starts as an innocent fascination with an old family photo album leads to conversations with the older generations and revelations he is not prepared for.

Love and life is a struggle in paradise, welcome to Limón.

Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 138 pages, PC.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Edo Brenes.

A wholesome snapshot of reconnecting with generations of one's family history, Costa Rican illustrator Edo Brenes unearths a trove of stories, recounting tales of everything from affairs to adventurous escapades, all while taking time to share a laugh over life's messier moments. Ramiro leaves the British drizzle and his beloved fiancé Yoss to investigate his family history back home in Costa Rica.

What starts as an innocent fascination with an old family photo album leads to conversations with the older generations and revelations he is not prepared for.

Love and life is a struggle in paradise, welcome to Limón.

Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 138 pages, PC.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Rosena Fung.

Livy is already having trouble fitting in as the new girl at school-and then there's Viola. Viola is Livy's anxiety brought to life, a shadowy twin that only Livy can see or hear. Livy tries to push back against Viola's relentless judgment, but nothing seems to work until she strikes up new friendships at school. Livy hopes that Viola's days are numbered. But when tensions arise both at home and at school, Viola rears her head stronger than ever. Only when Livy learns how to ask for help and face her anxiety does she finally figure out living with Viola.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 272 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Story and art by Jarad Greene.

When Jay's acne goes from bad to worse, he is prescribed a powerful medication that comes with some serious side effects. Regardless, he's convinced it'll all be worth it if clear skin is on the horizon.

Meanwhile, eighth grade isn't going exactly as planned. All of Jay's friends are in different classes; he has no one to sit with at lunch; his best friend, Brace, is avoiding him; and to top it off, Jay doesn't understand why he doesn't share the same feelings two of his fellow classmates, a boy named Mark and a girl named Amy, have for him.

Don't worry, though... everything is going to be a-okay. Right?

Hardcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $22.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Rosena Fung.

Livy is already having trouble fitting in as the new girl at school-and then there's Viola. Viola is Livy's anxiety brought to life, a shadowy twin that only Livy can see or hear. Livy tries to push back against Viola's relentless judgment, but nothing seems to work until she strikes up new friendships at school. Livy hopes that Viola's days are numbered. But when tensions arise both at home and at school, Viola rears her head stronger than ever. Only when Livy learns how to ask for help and face her anxiety does she finally figure out living with Viola.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 272 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

1st printing.

Written by Kayla Miller and Jeffery Canino. Art and cover by Kristina Luu.

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times best-selling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that fame, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan-and friendship-into chaos!

Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. Langford's luxurious house while she's away, but it quickly turns into a disaster after an accident leaves one of Ms. Langford's prized possessions in pieces! Now Beth and Chanda have to take on as many odd jobs as they can in order to afford a replacement. Car washing, book sales, interior decorating-you name it, Beth and Chanda are there! Will they be able to patch up their mistake in time?

New York Times best-selling author Kayla Miller and co-author Jeffrey Canino deliver a vibrant and honest story about middle school friendships and personal responsibility. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's fizzy, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's existing stories.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 216 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

Written by David Pinckney. Art and cover by Ennun Ana Iurov.

Choosing between living the life you want and living the life you're "supposed to have" is not always an easy choice. Noah, embracing his true-self, wants to pursue a career in costume design, something his loving, public service parents would never approve of. Azarie, the perfect, model daughter of a very stern, traditional family, dreams of embracing the hobbies she secretly loves, hobbies her social circle would never abide by.

The two live different lives and their social statuses keep them from ever crossing paths until they have a chance encounter that exposes some common ground: the desire to be who they truly are. Together, the two set out to put it all on the line and show everyone what they're made of and what they want to achieve in the form of cosplay. Their growing friendship will be tested and their faith in themselves, as well as each other, will be tried.

Up-and-coming writer David Pinckney (Fight Like a Girl) and first-time graphic novel artist Ennun Ana Iurov introduce a coming-of-age yarn about self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring power of having a person believe in you!

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 200 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.