Thousands of comics adapt books, short stories, epic poems, plays, musical productions, political documents, TV shows, essays—even podcasts. The graphic novel adaptations here offer readers a different, wonderfully illustrated path into stories.
In telling Marley’s story, Damien M. Sojoyner depicts the nature of Black precarity in the 21st century through the lenses of housing, education, and juvenile detention. But Black life is not defined by precarity; it embraces visions of radical freedom that allow the pursuit of a life of joy.
By Julie Graham, Erin Downey Howerton, and Donna Matturri
Long Shadows, by David Baldacci (Grand Central), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
LJ Horror Review columnist Becky Spratford chats with Sadie Hartmann and Ashley Saywers about their rise from influencers to business owners to anthology editors and more, with the release of Human Monsters.
The eagerly anticipated follow-up to the international bestseller, The Journey: Big Panda and Tiny Dragon continues the adventures of two unlikely traveling companions, offering inspiration and support for anyone embarking on an uncertain adventure, from a new job to a new day.
VERDICT Backman leaves no emotion unturned, sweeping up the reader in riveting family dramas that jump the boundaries of hockey-town rivalries. Another winner.—Donna Bettencourt
Encyclopedia Madonnica: 40+ Years of Madonna by Matthew Rettenmund (Boy Culture):
VERDICT With more than 60 English-language books written about Madonna, this comprehensive and opinionated encyclopedia stands out as an essential one-stop reference tool for all fans and libraries.—Kevin Howell
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