Wall Street Journal Shows us the incredible kindness and solidarity that girls can and do display. Booklist, starred review A heart-stabbing tale of the everyday social agonies of girlhood. NPR Wistful, affecting, and utterly charming.

There is something about it that's so wonderful. They love to talk about the friendships, I love that I am discussing all of these issues through the lives of these girls. Washington Post I have two boys, they love these books. New York Times Book Review The book's truth is as vibrant as its art. Horn Book Praise for Real Friends: Fresh and funny. Kirkus Reviews, starred review A natural suggestion for fans of Cece Bell and Raina Telgemeier, this book offers an honest, empathetic, and encouraging narrative for young readers braving the ups and downs of the tween years. This glimpse into middle school is insightful, introspective, and important. School Library Journal, starred review A must-read for fans of Raina Telgemeier or Victoria Jamieson. This authentic, important book will mean a great deal to many kids. Booklist, starred review A terrific look at middle school culture. The New York Times Book Review This uncommonly honest portrayal of the lures and pitfalls of popularity will likely ring true to many elementary and middle-school readers. Praise for Best Friends: Somehow, Hale and Pham have made the normal girl into the ultimate cool girl. Can she ever be truly happy-just as she is? But no matter what she does, Shannon never feels okay. Now a wise eighth grader, Shannon thinks she's got it figured out-her true friends, her favorite hobbies, and the key to happiness.

Is Shannon being true to herself?įriends Forever Eighth grade. But suddenly, everyone has to watch the same shows, love the same songs, and like the same people. Now that Shannon's best friends with the most popular girl in school, sixth grade is supposed to be perfect. Will they stay friends? And is Shannon in The Group? Or out?īest Friends Follow your heart. But when her friend joins up with another circle of friends called The Group, Shannon feels left out. When Shannon makes her first ever friend, she thinks she's found her bestie for life. Real Friends When best friends are not forever. Get all of your favorite friends in one boxed set featuring these bestselling and beloved graphic memoirs: Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever!įrom award-winning creators Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham comes a series about friendship, family, and finding your own path, inspired by Shannon's real life.

Real friends graphic novel series