Manu: A Graphic Novel
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338264180 Paperback
192 Pages | 6.047" x 9.983" | Ages 8 to 12
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338264388 Ebook
192 Pages | Ages 8 to 12
Raves & reviews:
Praise for Manu:
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
American Booksellers Association Indies Introduce Pick
American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick
★ “Fernández’s cartoon artwork in saturated tones and with lush, vibrant backgrounds dense with plants makes for charming, light-hearted atmosphere, within which she affectionately depicts the rich variety of love people can have for one another, such as the love of a parent, foster parent, or best friend.” — Booklist, starred review
★ "Drawing from her own Dominican experience, Fernández weaves together religion, lore, and brujería and creates a world in which magical powers bestowed by saints and evil eye necklaces work hand in hand. Fun, refreshing, antics-filled magical adventures." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Adorable... If you've got a kid who loves comics, Manu is a solid choice with some really lovely art." — NPR
"This adorable, vibrant, and fantastical graphic novel perfectly captures the power and magic of friendship." — Cat Chapman, bookseller at Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FL
"A funny, friendship-filled adventure. Manu, Josefina, and their classmates will be a treat for all kids but especially for Latinx kids who may have dreamed about a magic school whose classmates looked like them." — Brein Lopez, bookseller at Children's Book World in Los Angeles, CA