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Episode 109: Graphic Novels 4 Kids

The Mamas are once again surprised by the awesomeness of graphic novels, geeking out over middle grade (ages 8-12) and YA (ages 13-17) books that are so engaging they can’t stop gushing about them. If you’re looking for great fantasy, historical fiction, realistic fiction, informational text, and memoir graphic novels that make perfect gifts or additions to the classroom, the Mamas have several to add to your lists.   

Book Chat:

The Cartoonists Club by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud

K is in trouble by Gary Clement

Visitations by Corey Egbert

Coven by Soman Chainani and Joel Gennari

Episode 82: Graphic Novels R Cool (Who Knew!)

In this episode of the Two Lit Mamas podcast, the Mamas get graphic but Tipper Gore can chill – no warning label required for this bundle of sweet, fun, and entertaining Middle Grade (ages 8-12)and Young Adult (ages 13 and up) novels in comic form! That’s right, the mamas are chatting about graphic novels and *spoiler alert* they are loving them.   

Book Chat:

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz
Inked by Dominic Bustamante, Colored by Eleonora Bruni

EVE by Victor LaValle
Illustrated by Jo Mi-Gyeong, Colored by Brittany Peer

Break by Kayla Miller

Doom’s Day Camp by Joshua Hauke

Animal Rescue Friends by Meika Hashimoto and Gina Loveless
Illustrated by Genevieve Kote, Breakdowns by Axelle Lenior

World Class byJay Sandlin 
Illustrated by Patrick Mulholland, Colored by Rebecca Nalty

Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier