Young Adults (Ages 12-18)

In a reimagined Arthurian legend, Tristan and Lancelot search for lost magician Merlin, finding unexpected love amid an epic quest.

A powerful graphic memoir by George Takei, recalling his childhood in American concentration camps during WWII. A story of courage, loyalty, and love.

Teen samurai Chihiro teams up with unconventional warrior Tatsuo to battle demons and confront their own inner struggles in this genre-defying graphic novel.

Eisner & Lambda-nominated graphic novel follows tipsy mermaids stranded on land after failed spell. Hilarious antics ensue as they navigate human life.

"A delightful tale of sprites and gardens, The Sprite and the Gardener is a whimsical graphic novel about community and reconnecting with nature."

YA graphic novel: Princess seeks marriage alliance for kingdom's welfare, but unknowingly accepts proposal from mysterious country, Queen Salira. Sword fighting, magic, political intrigue.

Graphic memoir about a girl's soccer journey in the 1980s, exploring the impact of Title IX on women's sports. A nostalgic celebration of progress and a call for equality.

2022 ALA Alex Award winner & 2023 Cartoonist Studio Prize winner. A coming-of-age graphic memoir exploring identity, punk rock, and racism in 80s California.

From the creator of Almost American Girl comes a queer, feminist graphic novel reimagining the Fox Maiden legend. Kai discovers her identity and fights for her place in 16th-century Korea.

A graphic novel history of the revolutionary Black Panther Party, exploring their impact on social justice, police brutality, and the Black community.

A graphic novel adaptation of the National Book Award-winning history of racist ideas in America, exploring antiracist efforts and key figures.

YA western adventure with robbery & romance. Join Latinx outlaw & trans runaway as they thwart Confederate plot in New Mexico Territory.

Discover the world of Lottie Person, a social media star with secrets in Snotgirl #1-5 by Bryan Lee O’Malley and Leslie Hung.

After losing his leg, Shouta Kikuzato teams up with a prosthetist to create a new limb for speed, reigniting his hopes of playing soccer.

In 2046, teenage Beth Ross becomes America's President in a world where corporations can run for office. Social media elections lead to unexpected results.

Inner-city youths gain animal-speak powers to fight a war to save Earth from pollution, facing off against an evil oil tycoon with magical abilities.

Feminist, queer fairy-tales where sidelined characters take center stage. Graphic novel with stunning colored-pencil art creating new "ever afters."

Swoony and spooky teen romance on a Texas ranch as Cade falls for the ranch owner's mysterious son, who may be hiding a dangerous secret.

Monstrous is a poignant graphic memoir about a Korean-American girl using art to overcome racist bullying. Fans of Almost American Girl will love it!

"Follow Laura's journey of self-discovery as a queer Wuhanese American navigating identity, love, and cultural expectations in Messy Roots by Laura Gao."

Queer friends navigate love, work, and identity struggles while creating a new event for 30-something homos in graphic novel Mimosa by Archie Bongiovanni.

Marvel showcases Native American and Indigenous talent in stories exploring the rich heritage of its characters. Featuring Echo, Dani Moonstar, Snowguard, American Eagle, and more heroes in action-packed tales.

Witness the gods after dark in a modern reimagining of Greek mythology. Follow Persephone's struggle in Olympus as she navigates love and power.

Witness the modern reimagining of Greek mythology in the third volume of the #1 New York Times bestseller "Lore Olympus." Hades and Persephone navigate rumors and intense feelings while facing mounting pressures and expectations. A romantic graphic novel bringing mythology into the modern age.