Invisible: A Graphic Novel (Paperback)
September/October 2022 Kids Indie Next List
“This middle grade Breakfast Club remake drives home the idea that things aren’t always what they seem, and how assumptions can cause harm. Invisible’s main characters relatably take us through this twisty, compelling bilingual story.”
— Grace Hagen, The Novel Neighbor, Webster Groves, MO
Staff Reviews
A phenomenal mix of Spanish and English, this is for every kid who has felt themselves pushing against a language barrier in school, with friends, among family, and stumbling into strangers.
(Graphic Novel, ages 9+)
— From Staff Picks by Jessica
Can five overlooked kids make one big difference?
There’s George: the brain
Sara: the loner
Dayara: the tough kid
Nico: the rich kid
And Miguel: the athlete
And they’re stuck together when they’re forced to complete their school’s community service hours. Although they’re sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same . . . just five Spanish-speaking kids.
Then they meet someone who truly needs their help, and they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help . . . or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.
With text in English and Spanish, Invisible features a groundbreaking format paired with an engaging, accessible, and relatable storyline. This Breakfast Club–inspired story by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, award-winning author of Concealed, and Gabriela Epstein, illustrator of two Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations, is a must-have graphic novel about unexpected friendships and being seen for who you really are.
Christina Diaz Gonzalez is the Edgar Award-winning author of Concealed, Moving Target, The Red Umbrella and A Thunderous Whisper. She is the author of the graphic novel Invisible, with Gabriela Epstein. Her books have received numerous honors and recognitions including the Florida Book Award and the Nebraska Book Award. They have also been named the American Library Association's Best Fiction for Young Adults, a Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People, and the International Reading Association's Teachers' Choice. Learn more at christinagonzalez.com.
Gabriela Epstein is the creator of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel adaptation of Claudia and the New Girl by Ann M. Martin. She graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design with a degree in illustration and has worked as a character designer for TV animation. When she isn’t making comics, she enjoys yo-yoing, listening to spooky podcasts, and watching historical documentaries. She lives in Austin, Texas. Visit her online at gre-art.com.
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INDIE Next List Recommended Book
School Library Journal Best Book of 2022
2022 ALA Graphic Novel & Comics Round Table Top Ten Graphic Novel
2023 Notable Book for a Global Society Award
2022 Cybills Award Winner
2022 Nerdy Book Club Award
2023-24 Texas Bluebonnet List
Amazon #1 New Release
A Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated Read for August 2022
Target Book Club Pick - February 2023
“A story that shouldn't be missed.” – Entertainment Weekly
“This is a must-read.” – Book Riot
★ “Illuminating and engaging. With a sweet twist at the end, multifaceted characters, and moments of genuine comedy, this is pitch-perfect for anyone who loves Raina Telgemeier or Varian Johnson.” –– Booklist, starred review
★ “Truly unique... An entertaining and spirited reading experience.” – School Library Journal, starred review
★ “Invisible celebrates individuality and community while transcending language barriers.” – Bookpage, starred review
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