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"This story hits all the middle school sweet spots-friendship struggles, bullying, popularity, and awkward crushes.... Though this book will have special appeal to manga readers, the universal story and engaging art will delight a wide range of middle schoolers."
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Written and illustrated by Misako Rocks!
On-sale 11/16/21
Ages 9 – 12; graphic novel
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Lilico’s life in Japan is going well. She has great friends and is the captain of the school’s basketball team. She’s happy!
Then comes her parents’ news: they’re moving to America! Before she knows it, Lilico finds herself in Brooklyn, New York, forced to start all over. And that won’t be easy with her closest friends thousands of miles away and a school bully who immediately dislikes her.
Luckily, anime-loving Nala and Henry eventually befriend Lilico and with help from them—along with her guardian spirit who looks a lot like her cat, Nico—Lilico just might figure out where she fits in.
From graphic novelist Misako Rocks! comes a story about friendship, new beginnings, and doing what you love, no matter what.