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The Story of Lee comic books issue 1

  • Issue #1-1ST
    First Freedom HC (2026 Oni Press) The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth 1-1ST


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    Millicent Monroe Cover

    1st printing. Written by Angélique Roché. Art by Alvin Epps, Millicent Monroe, and Bex Glendining. Cover by Alvin Epps. The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee—known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth—is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opals remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opals childhood home, from her years as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of Americas newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opals life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, There is so much more to do. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $29.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    First Freedom GN (2026 Oni Press) The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Written by Angélique Roché. Art by Alvin Epps, Millicent Monroe, and Bex Glendining. Cover by Alvin Epps. The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee—known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth—is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opals remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opals childhood home, from her years as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of Americas newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opals life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, There is so much more to do. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $29.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Story of Lee GN (2011-2019 NBM Digest) 1-REP

    Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

    Written by Sean Michael Wilson. Art by Chie Kutsuwada.

    Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad to contend with who views this affair very suspiciously. And there is another contender for Lee's heart, a young Chinese man, whose jealousy takes on twinges of xenophobia. Will Lee and Matt's relationship successfully cross the cultural divide and overcome the negative odds?

    Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dadSoftcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W.

    Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad Cover price $11.99.