Graphic Novels Grades 6 - 8

Hooky. Volume 1

Míriam Bonastre Tur ; [lettering by Natalie Fondriest]
2021
ISBN: 9780358468301

When Dani and Dorian missed the bus to magic school, they never thought they'd wind up declared traitors to their own kind! Now, thanks to a series of mishaps, they are being chased by powerful magic families seeking the prophesied King of Witches and royals searching for missing princes. But they aren't alone. With a local troublemaker, a princess, and a teacher who can see the future on their side, they might just be able to clear their names...but can they heal their torn kingdom?

Swim team

Johnnie Christmas
2022
ISBN: 9780063056763

Bree can't wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees - until she's stuck with the only elective that fits her schedule: the dreaded Swim 101. The thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she's forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for her, Etta - an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former swim team captain - is willing to help. -- Front jacket flap.

Upstaged

Robin Easter
2024
ISBN: 9780316429528

"Best friends Ivy and Ash arrive for a third summer at arts camp, but Ash struggles to tell Ivy about their developing feelings for her"-- Provided by publisher.

Huda F cares?

Huda Fahmy ; with color by Weinye Chen
2023
ISBN: 9780593532799

This summer's exercise in Fahmy family sisterly bonding involves a trip to Disney World--which seems like it is headed for disaster when Huda gets into a fight with a boy making fun of her hijab.

We are big time

written by Hena Khan ; illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui
2024
ISBN: 9780593430484

Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team, and she learns about teamwork and herself.

Puzzled : a memoir of growing up with OCD

Pan Cooke
2024
ISBN: 9780593615614

"A memoir of living with OCD before and after diagnosis"-- Provided by publisher.

Lost time

Tas Mukanik ; with inks by Winter Jay Kiakas
2023
ISBN: 9780593327036

Twelve-year-old Evie gets trapped 65 million years in the past and must learn to survive with only her wits...and the pterosaur she befriends.

Tell no tales : pirates of the southern seas

Sam Maggs and Kendra Wells
2021
ISBN: 9781419739668

A swashbuckling adventure inspired by the historical exploits of real-life female pirates. Anne Bonny had it all--her own ship, a pirate crew, and a fearsome reputation--but a new enemy has her on the run and it'll take all of Anne's courage to stay afloat. The night before a major heist, Anne has an unsettling dream, and come morning, the robbery is thwarted by Woodes Rogers, a zealot who has sworn to eliminate piracy. With no plan to escape, Anne must persuade her crew to seek the meaning of her dream--or perish. A graphic novel about belonging, belief, and how far we're willing to go to protect the ones we love.

Mexikid : a graphic memoir

by Pedro Martin
2023
ISBN: 9780593462287

"Pedro Martin's grown up in the U.S. hearing stories about his legendary abuelito, but during a family road trip to Mexico, he connects with his grandfather and learns more about his own Mexican identity in this moving and hilarious graphic memoir."--Provided by publisher.

Picture day

Sarah Sax
2023
ISBN: 9780593306888

"Viv never looks forward to picture day. Her mom always makes her wear a boring braid, and no one at school notices her--aside from her two best friends, Milo and Al, of course. But enough is enough. This year, Viv is taking matters into her own hands. Literally. Enter: a pair of scissors. And, well, a new hairstyle. Just in time for photos! Suddenly Viv is an overnight trendsetter at Brinkley Middle School. Everyone wants her help planning their next big moment--from makeovers to dance proposals, activist rallies to math-team celebrations. She hardly even has time for her friends anymore! It's exactly how she dreamed of reinventing herself... right?"--Book jacket flap.

Crunch

by Kayla Miller
2022
ISBN: 9780358414216

Kayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, and Clash, returns with a new Olive story! Olive is balancing the too-many things she wants to do with the too-few hours in the day to do them. When everything adds up, suddenly it's crunch time! It's no secret that Olive loves trying new things. Between taking guitar lessons, making a short film, joining Berry Scouts, and leading the charge on her school's dress code reform, Olive has her hands full! But she enjoys being busy, so staying on track with her jam-packed schedule should be no problem ... right? As weeks fly by, it gets harder and harder for Olive to find time for her activities, never mind time for herself. Will she be able to accomplish her goals, or will all her sizzle turn to fizzle? The New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Kayla Miller delivers a vibrant and timely story about the importance of balance, effort, and reaching out for help.

Play like a girl : a graphic memoir

Misty Wilson ; David Wilson
2022
ISBN: 9780063064690

"Debut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her town's football team in this empowering graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns"-- Provided by publisher.

SMASH THE PATRIARCHY / A GRAPHIC NOVEL

A GRAPHIC NOVEL by Marta Breen and Jenny Jordahl ; translated from Norwegian by Siân Mackie
2023
ISBN: 9783039640188

Hockey girl loves drama boy

Faith Erin Hicks
2023
ISBN: 9781250321503

It should have been a night of triumph for Alix's hockey team. But her mean teammate Lindsay decided to start up with her usual rude comments and today Alix, who usually tries to control her anger, let it finally run free. Alix lashes out and before she knows it, her coach is dragging her off Lindsay, and the invitation to the Canada National Women's U18 Team's summer camp is on the line. She needs to learn how to control this anger, and she is sure Ezra, the popular and poised theater kid from her grade is the answer. So she asks for his help. But as they hang out and start get closer, Alix learns that there is more to Ezra than the cool front he puts on. And that maybe this friendship could become something more.

The plain Janes

Cecil Castellucci and Jim Rugg
2020
ISBN: 9780316522724

When Jane moves to the suburbs and thinks her life is over, she and three new friends form a club to make public art but are soon distracted by romance.

Gamayun tales. I : an anthology of modern Russian folktales

Alexander Utkin ; translation by Lada Morozova
2020
ISBN: 9781910620670

"Alexander Utkin's Gamayun Tales are fresh and modern adaptations of familiar Russian folktales, teamed with bold and beautiful illustrations. Jam-packed with stories of magical quests and talking animals, golden chests that turn into palaces and encounters with terrifying Water Spirits, there's no end to the adventure in these books! "--Provided by publisher.