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THE DEBUT GRAPHIC NOVEL

Mixed Feelings

Sara Amini's semi-autobiographical story makes navigating life as a mixed-race girl more hilarious and heartfelt than ever before, with family, friendship, and fuzz all at the forefront of this laugh-out-loud and painfully relatable middle-school memoir.

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“A hilarious, honest exploration of friendship and identity…a must buy for every library.”

School Library Journal, starred review

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WELCOME TO SARA'S WORLD...

She's got mixed feelings about the sixth grade...

First, her best friend Monica spent every day of summer with Aneliese, and now the two are inseparable. Second, she doesn’t know which school club to join, something super important for a half-Iranian, half-Colombian girl like herself, who never quite feels like she belongs anywhere. And third, she’s got fuzzy black hair sprouting from everywhere on her body -- and her parents won’t let her shave!

Navigating friendships, school, and bodily changes...

It all starts to get a little hairy...

But Sara finds comfort in TV -- whether she's watching it, performing her favorite scenes, or imagining her life is a show itself. So when she joins drama club, Sara discovers a community where she can be anything she wants -- including herself -- finally finding a place to belong.

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★ "A wholesome, heartwarming, and authentic look at a multicultural family and community, filled with relatable struggles of puberty, changing friendships, and reminders to readers of the importance of honest communication, arts programs, and finding your people."

Booklist, Starred review 

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★ "This story is sure to be a balm for mixed and first-generation readers alike who are looking to feel seen and understood."

The Bulletin of the Center of Children’s Books, Starred review

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"In her debut graphic novel memoir, a series launch, Iranian and Colombian American actor Amini recalls her experience growing up as a “mixed kid” in 1999 Texas. Abundant pop culture references pave an accessible path along which Amini tackles issues surrounding immigration, racism, xenophobia, and puberty, culminating in a nostalgic and heartwarming trip down memory lane."

Publisher’s Weekly

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"Sara’s brightly illustrated journey is nuanced and will resonate with readers who live at the intersection of multiple identities; the serious topics are balanced with a dose of comedy and Amin’s playful art, leaving readers eager for the next installment."

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