Fall Graphic Novels for All Ages - Part 1

Presented by: Tundra Books, Yen Press, Diamond Book Distributors, Square Enix Manga & Books, Mad Cave Studios and Library Journal/School Library Journal
Event Date and Time: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT

Join us for the first installment of our Fall Graphic Novels for All Ages series, as publishing insiders give us the lowdown on the hottest graphic novels hitting the shelves this fall. From spectacular and mind-bending comics that weave otherworldly tales, to sci-fi conspiracy thrillers, to epic fantasy and manga, this webcast will showcase the latest and greatest titles that you will not want to miss!

Featured Titles:

The Weirn Books, Vol. 2: The Ghost and the Stolen Dragon by Svetlana Chmakova

After her terrible adventures in the silent woods, Na’ya’s world seems to have returned to normal...that is, except for the nightmares that keep haunting her. What she needs is the power to protect everyone in case the evil scientist returns, and she has the perfect solution – she’ll turn into a dragon, once and for all! With help from Ailis and Jasper, everything seems to be going according to plan. But what’s that dark shadow slithering around the spell-casting range...? Acclaimed author of Awkward, Svetlana Chmakova, returns to the fantastical night realm, full of magic, adventure, and...dragons!

Orchard of the Tame by Marlo Meekins & Nick Cross

River Siren is a young mermaid who has been manipulated and held prisoner by the evil, twisted Ainsprid. When she is accidentally discovered by two forest birds, Crowver and Birdt, River Siren is presented with an opportunity to escape her cage, leaving behind the only home she knows to journey out into a world of wild, wonderful, and sometimes dangerous things. This beautiful coming-of-age tale, visually inspired by the golden era of animation, is an absolute feast of imagination. Equal parts whimsical and eerie, it harkens back to the warm nostalgia of classic fairy tales while then also pushing into the cold, uncanny landscapes of science fiction classics.

Narwhal’s Sweet Tooth by Ben Clanton

Dive into four new stories so sweet they'll make your teeth tingle! Everyone knows that Narwhal is a big fan of sugary treats — but Jelly is shocked when Narwhal's tusk-tooth isn't looking so pearly white anymore and is feeling a little funny. It turns out, Narwhal has been using it as a "snack saver"! Thankfully, no one knows more about dental hygiene than Shark — she has seven rows of teeth, after all! Meanwhile, Jelly and Crab try to show Narwhal that it's fine to frown if you're feeling down. Can Narwhal's friends convince the happiest creature in the ocean that it's okay to have a bad day?

Dragon and Chameleon, Vol. 1 by Ryo Ishiyama

Garyo Hanagami is a best-selling manga artist praised as a genius of the craft. Shinobu Miyama is a bitter rookie with a knack for copying other people's art styles. When an accident causes the two to switch bodies, Miyama is more than happy to take Hanagami's place, forcing the veteran to rebuild his career from the ground up. Now, the dragon must reclaim his throne from the chameleon who replaced him!

The New Adventures of Inside Out 2 Vol. 1 by Sloane Leong

BETTER TOGETHER! Riley Andersen is officially a teenager, and her Emotions—Joy, Anger, Fear, Sadness, and Disgust—are starting to work together with new Emotions Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment, and Ennui. Headquarters has never been busier!

As Riley braves a haunted cabin at summer camp, attends her first teen pool party, encounters an unexpected surprise just before school picture day, and more, can the crew figure out how to help her live her best life through all the ups and downs?

Presenters:

Morgan Perry, Marketing Manager, Square Enix Manga & Books

Morgana Santilli, Sales & Marketing Coordinator, Yen Press

Ingrid Lorenzi, Marketing Assistant, Yen Press

Spenser Nellis, Marketing Manager, Papercutz

Stephanie Ehmann, Marketing and Publicity Coordinator, Tundra Books

Evan Munday, Publicity Manager, Tundra Books

Ashley Kronsberg, Marketing Manager, Diamond Book Distributors

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