Charisma’s Turn A Graphic Novel
Charisma’s Turn A Graphic Novel by Monique Couvson, published by New Press in 2023, is a 126-page graphic novel that explores the journey of a Black high school student named Charisma. This narrative addresses the challenges she faces from both her home and school environments, ultimately leading her to a pivotal choice that could significantly impact her future. The book combines engaging storytelling with vibrant illustrations by Amanda Jones, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Readers will find that Charisma’s Turn delves into themes of diversity, social justice, and the empowerment of Black girls. Couvson’s work builds on her previous explorations of the systemic issues affecting Black girls, offering a narrative that emphasizes the importance of supportive educators and community members. This graphic novel serves as a platform for discussing activism and social themes relevant to young adults, making it a valuable addition for teens, parents, educators, and librarians alike.
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Named one of the Young Adult Library Services Association’s 2024 Great Graphic Novels for Teens
From the award-winning author of Pushout, an inspiring graphic novel about what can happen when Black girls are given the opportunity to find their genuine power
Monique Couvson’s trailblazing book Pushout laid the groundwork for understanding how our schools are failing Black girls; her follow-up, Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues, provided a blueprint for their healing and liberation. Now Couvson invites readers to be inspired by her liberatory imagination with an original narrative told from the perspective of the very girls she has been fighting for years to lift up.
Charisma’s Turn is a graphic novel that follows the dynamic story of Charisma, a Black high school student who is grappling with mounting pressures from home and school. When frustrations with her family intersect with a conflict at school, she reaches a crossroads, facing a choice that could change her future. Featuring vibrantly illustrated art from Amanda Jones and a foreword by poet, artist, and arts educator Susan Arauz Barnes, this book will appeal to teens, parents, educators, librarians, and more. Charisma’s Turn exemplifies how Black girls can be truly empowered to reach their full potential when they have supportive educators and community members in their corner.
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