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Be Prepared

by Vera Brosgol, Alec Longstreth   |  Ages 8-12
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Be Prepared
Be Prepared

Coming-of-age tale in humorous graphic novel form.

If you ever felt like you didn't quite fit in, "Be Prepared" will resonate with you. It's a graphic novel that perfectly encapsulates the awkwardness of youth, the challenge of cultural identity, and the pursuit of acceptance. Vera’s experiences at a Russian summer camp, with its mishaps and lessons, deliver both comedy and heartfelt insights, making for an engaging and accessible read.

  • Prix des libraires du Québec for Bande dessinée jeunesse (2020)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Graphic Novels & Comics (2018)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2022)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Be Prepared

by Vera Brosgol, Alec Longstreth   |  Ages 8-12
RM49.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9781626724457
Authors: Vera Brosgol, Alec Longstreth
Publisher: First Second
Date of Publication: 2018-04-24
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Chapter Books, Young Readers, Picture Books
Related Topics: Humor, Family, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.06
(rated by 20553 readers)

Description

A gripping and humorous middle-grade graphic memoir from the author of Anya's Ghost. Vera, a Russian girl in the suburbs, just wants to fit in—but that's not easy. Her friends live in fancy houses and their parents can afford the best summer camps. Vera's single mother can't afford that, but there's one camp in her price range—Russian summer camp. Vera thinks she's found a place where she can belong, but camp is far from what she imagined. And nothing could prepare her for the "cool girl" drama, endless Russian history lessons, and outhouses straight out of nightmares! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier, Cece Bell, and Victoria Jamieson, Vera Brosgol's Be Prepared is a funny and relatable middle-grade graphic novel about navigating your own culture, struggling to belong, and cherishing true friendship.
 

Coming-of-age tale in humorous graphic novel form.

If you ever felt like you didn't quite fit in, "Be Prepared" will resonate with you. It's a graphic novel that perfectly encapsulates the awkwardness of youth, the challenge of cultural identity, and the pursuit of acceptance. Vera’s experiences at a Russian summer camp, with its mishaps and lessons, deliver both comedy and heartfelt insights, making for an engaging and accessible read.

  • Prix des libraires du Québec for Bande dessinée jeunesse (2020)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Graphic Novels & Comics (2018)
  • Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2022)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.