Whether you prefer fast-paced action or funny slice-of-life, realistic fiction or sci-fi, these teen and middle grade graphic novels by Black authors have something for everyone!
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When Hazel Johnson and Mari McCray met at church bingo in 1963, it was love at first sight. Forced apart by their families and society, Hazel and Mari both married young men and had families. Decades later, now in their mid-’60s, Hazel and Marie unite again at a church bingo hall. Realizing their love for each other is still alive, what these grandmothers do next takes absolute strength and courage. You can also check out this title as eBook on Hoopla.
As Will, fifteen, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn’s fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know. You can also check out this title as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby or as eBook on OverDrive/Libby.
Instead of sending Jordan to the arts school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics. Jordan turns out to be one of the few kids of color in his entire grade and struggles to find balance between his home life in Washington Heights and his new upscale academy. You can also check out this title as eBook on Hoopla, as eAudio on Hoopla, as eBook on Libby or as eAudio on Libby.
Nubia has always stood out because of her Amazonian strength, but even though she uses her ability for good she is seen as a threat, so when her best friend Quisha is threatened by a boy who thinks he owns the town, Nubia risks everything to become the hero society tells her she is not. You can also check out this title as eBook on Hoopla.
For centuries, the Chieftain of Wakanda has gained his powers through the juices of the Heart-Shaped Herb — but now that the plants are dying, Shuri must discover what is killing the Herb, and how she can save it. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on Hoopla.
Maureen and Francine Carter are twins and best friends but they seem to be growing apart as they enter middle school. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on Hoopla.