Winging It: A Graphic Novel

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by Megan Wagner Lloyd

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From the Eisner-nominated creators of instant bestsellers Allergic and Squished comes a charming and funny graphic novel about family, friendship, and self-discovery! Twelve-year-old Luna never wanted to move from California to Virginia, even if it is near historic Washington, DC, and no matter how excited her dad is to introduce her to the area where her late mother grew up. And she definitely doesn't want to live with a very formal grandmother she barely knows. But during a visit to the National Museum of Natural History, the rarely seen luna moth for which Luna was named sparks her curiosity. Using her mother's old naturalist notebooks as a guide, Luna, who has always preferred the indoors, endeavors to see a real luna moth with her own eyes. Learning more about nature just might help her make a new friend, figure out how to feel at home in her new life, and understand the mother she never got the chance to know. Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter have again teamed up to tell a charming and funny story of family, friendship, adventure, and appreciating all life has to offer. Praise for Winging It : Instant National Indie Bestseller Amazon Best Book of the Month Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick "Eye-catching earth-toned color palettes emphasize the role that nature plays in healing old wounds in this gentle graphic novel." -- Publishers Weekly "This gentle, warm story ... has friendship and nature at its very core. Snippets about flora and fauna are tucked into the story, presented with joy and intriguing details , and the text and the illustrations work together seamlessly. A tender story that floats as lightly as a moth." -- Kirkus Reviews "Featuring authentic friendships and a diverse cast of characters, this is a must-have for upper elementary and middle school readers who enjoy heartfelt, ­slice-of-life stories." -- School Library Journal " Heartfelt ... realistically and charmingly blends modern technology with a fondness for a material style of exploration... A jewel-toned palette allows Nutter to create an entertaining cartoon world with strong linework and exaggerated facial expressions while allowing for elegant, detailed depictions of plants and animals in close-ups of Luna's nature journal." -- Shelf Awareness Praise for Squished : Instant National Indie Bestseller Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated Kids' Book Good Housekeeping Kids' Book Award Winner American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children Bank Street College Best Children's Book ★ "A charming and achingly relatable snapshot of life in a big family. " -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review ★ "Nutter's warm and appealing artwork comically captures the crowded chaos of the Lee household and the matter-of-fact diversity of the town, and the sun-dappled visuals will appeal to anyone who loves the work of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale... This stirring and dynamic graphic novel is sure to win a lot of hearts." -- Booklist , starred review ★ "Avery's plights are amusing and approachable, with art from Nutter that is gentle and light-filled. This engaging graphic novel tackles very real feelings and will keep readers invested in Avery's life. Highly recommended." -- School Library Journal , starred review "Brightly colored landscapes and keen dialogue artfully depict common eldest daughter woes." -- Publishers Weekly "A warm, heartfelt, relatable comic that shines a light on a 'squished' sibling as Avery tries to become more independent and weather life's changes while still finding her own place at home." -- The Horn Book "There is so much to love about this title... The storytelling is fast-paced and has many humorous moments... The artwork is busy and offers the frenetic feel of the hustle and bustle of a large family. The colorization looks vivid and warm, which wraps up the warm tingly feelings all readers will be left with. Another great addition to the middle-grade comics collection." -- School Library Journal 's Good Comics for Kids Blog "This delightful graphic novel about growing up and carving out your own space is perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier." -- Barnes & Noble "An exciting graphic novel by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter. Most kids will relate to Avery and enjoy this heartwarming story." -- Kellen Bhatt, kid reporter for TIME for Kids "This graphic novel underscores that seemingly opposite things can both be true: You can adore a large family's sense of belonging but still crave some alone time (and your own room). Fans of Sisters will gobble up this book." -- Good Housekeeping Praise for Allergic : Instant National Indie Bestseller School Library Journal Best Graphic Novel of the Year American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children New York Public Library Best Book for Kids ★ "A heartachingly enjoyable tale of resilience." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Readers will root fo

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