The extraordinary -- and extraordinarily powerful -- follow-up to Hey, Kiddo. When Jarrett J. Krosoczka was in high school, he was part of a program that sent students to be counselors at a camp for seriously ill kids and their families. Going into it, Jarrett was worried: Wouldn't it be depressing, to be around kids facing such a serious struggle? Wouldn't it be grim? But instead of the shadow of death, Jarrett found something else at Camp Sunshine: the hope and determination that gets people through the most troubled of times. Not only was he subject to some of the usual rituals that come with being a camp counselor (wilderness challenges, spooky campfire stories, an extremely stinky mascot costume), but he also got a chance to meet some extraordinary kids facing extraordinary circumstances. He learned about the captivity of illness, for sure... but he also learned about the freedom a safe space can bring. Now, in his follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo, Jarrett brings readers back to Camp Sunshine so we can meet the campers and fellow counselors who changed the course of his life.

The extraordinary -- and extraordinarily powerful -- follow-up to Hey, Kiddo. When Jarrett J. Krosoczka was in high school, he was part of a program that sent students to be counselors at a camp for seriously ill kids and their families. Going into it, Jarrett was worried: Wouldn't it be depressing, to be around kids facing such a serious struggle? Wouldn't it be grim? But instead of the shadow of death, Jarrett found something else at Camp Sunshine: the hope and determination that gets people through the most troubled of times. Not only was he subject to some of the usual rituals that come with being a camp counselor (wilderness challenges, spooky campfire stories, an extremely stinky mascot costume), but he also got a chance to meet some extraordinary kids facing extraordinary circumstances. He learned about the captivity of illness, for sure but he also learned about the freedom a safe space can bring. Now, in his follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo, Jarrett brings readers back to Camp Sunshine so we can meet the campers and fellow counselors who changed the course of his life.

Covering genres from adventure and fantasy to horror, science fiction, and superheroes, this guide maps the vast terrain of graphic novels, describing and organizing titles to help librarians balance their graphic novel collections and direct patrons to read-alikes. New subgenres, new authors, new artists, and new titles appear daily in the comic book and manga world, joining thousands of existing titles—some of which are very popular and well-known to the enthusiastic readers of books in this genre. How do you determine which graphic novels to purchase, and which to recommend to teen and adult readers? This updated guide is intended to help you start, update, or maintain a graphic novel collection and advise readers about the genre. Containing mostly new information as compared to the previous edition, the book covers iconic super-hero comics and other classic and contemporary crime fighter-based comics; action and adventure comics, including prehistoric, heroic, explorer, and Far East adventure as well as Western adventure; science fiction titles that encompass space opera/fantasy, aliens, post-apocalyptic themes, and comics with storylines revolving around computers, robots, and artificial intelligence. There are also chapters dedicated to fantasy titles; horror titles, such as comics about vampires, werewolves, monsters, ghosts, and the occult; crime and mystery titles regarding detectives, police officers, junior sleuths, and true crime; comics on contemporary life, covering romance, coming-of-age stories, sports, and social and political issues; humorous titles; and various nonfiction graphic novels.

A must-read book for every teen and young adult. Join Dabung Girl and SuperAvni on an exciting journey to unravel the mysteries of puberty and periods. Do you think they will be able to discover the answers to their pressing questions? Period Wonderland is a fun-tastic graphic novel that provides awareness on puberty, menstrual hygiene management, period products, nutrition, tracking periods and also break myths/taboos that exist in the society. The imagination, creativity, and fun continues throughout the comic. Join the movement and become a period champion by buying this book for yourself or gift it to others. Let us make change happen today and not wait for tomorrow! Congrats on being a period champion! Do you know why young adults, across the globe, love this book? Because the book is... ★FUN & COOL: It eases their anxiety about periods and helps them instil self-love; ★INFORMATIVE:They love the thorough research and bringing together of real-life experiences; ★PROGRESSIVE: It helps them break several stereotypes and myths, and promotes a progressive mindset; and ★MEDICALLY REVIEWED: They appreciate that experienced medical doctors have reviewed the book. This period wonderland book is divided into 7 adventure chapters where readers learn about: ✔ Adventure 01 - Wonders of Puberty ✔ Adventure 02 - Trip to Period Wonderland (biology of menstruation) ✔ Adventure 03 - Superpower of Period Products (understanding the menstrual products available and tracking your menstrual cycle) ✔ Adventure 04 - Secrets for A Fabulous You (taking care of oneself during periods) ✔ Adventure 05 - Magical Foods to Rescue (health and nutrition) ✔ Adventure 06 - Dangerland of Myths (breaking myths and taboos) BONUS Bytes - Learning Island (Additional informative details) The wait is over! You have an inherent power that is waiting to be unleashed. You are the sky. Limitless! Get ready to rediscover yourself, dream and shine! You should settle for nothing less when it comes to having all your questions answered. So, choose your favourite reading corner and dig right into the book. Co-authors: Neha Agrawal- An Ally for Humanity, a coach and a diversity & inclusion leader with over two decades of corporate experience. (Instagram: @writetoneha) Saurabh Agarwal - An internationally recognized life skills educator who brings in knowledge from Harvard University & IIT.

DescriptionAFTER by David Wardop is a story about mental anguish and suicide told in two parts. Keith Campbell is a quiet and shy boy who loves comic books and science fiction until he begins to contemplate suicide. The first part of the story, which is told in reverse order, describes the world of tragedy that is left after Keith dies with his family struggling to understand why he kills himself. The second half of the story, on the other hand, describes the world that Keith lives in because he did not commit suicide. This is a reflective and revealing account of one person's mental struggle with suicide and the effect that it has on his health and those who care about him. What sets this novel apart is the fact that Keith takes his own life right and the novel opens after his death attempting to illustrate Keith's rationale for his suicide. The novel is, at first, depressing, sombre and dark, yet it progressively gets more blithe and hopeful. The novel's conclusion is ironic and thought-provoking, and the reader has to remind himself/herself that although the novel ends on a positive note, because of the manner in which the narrative has been presented, this is not necessarily the case. About the AuthorDavid Keith Wardrop is 23 years old and lives in Bearsden in Glasgow. Currently, David is a full-time gardener at Ruchill Park in Glasgow and has written two other full-length novels entitled ""Sexanto"" and ""The Gardens of Zarma,"" along with various short stories for magazines. His main literary influence is Philip K. Dick and his futuristic stories such as ""Minority Report"" and ""Counter-Clock World."" Other works that have inspired him include Margaret Atwood's ""The Handmaid's Tale"" and Brain K. Vaughn and his comics ""Ex Machina."" David aspires to be a prolific sci-fi writer, and the thought of being published helps him to cope with his depression and envision a brighter future for himself.

A book to challenge the status quo, spark a debate, and get people talking about the issues and questions we face as a country!

The powerful, unforgettable graphic memoir from Jarrett Krosoczka, about growing up with a drug-addicted mother, a missing father, and two unforgettably opinionated grandparents. A National Book Award Finalist! In kindergarten, Jarrett Krosoczka's teacher asks him to draw his family, with a mommy and a daddy. But Jarrett's family is much more complicated than that. His mom is an addict, in and out of rehab, and in and out of Jarrett's life. His father is a mystery -- Jarrett doesn't know where to find him, or even what his name is. Jarrett lives with his grandparents -- two very loud, very loving, very opinionated people who had thought they were through with raising children until Jarrett came along. Jarrett goes through his childhood trying to make his non-normal life as normal as possible, finding a way to express himself through drawing even as so little is being said to him about what's going on. Only as a teenager can Jarrett begin to piece together the truth of his family, reckoning with his mother and tracking down his father. Hey, Kiddo is a profoundly important memoir about growing up in a family grappling with addiction, and finding the art that helps you survive.