Malcolm Kid and the Perfect Song
Malcolm Kid and the Perfect Song by Austin Paramore is a graphic novel published by Oni Press on August 1, 2023. This 208-page book is presented in English and combines elements of young adult fiction with humor and music, exploring themes of love, loss, and legacy through the lens of a coming-of-age story. The narrative follows Malcolm Kid, a straight B-student who unexpectedly encounters a cursed keyboard, the LK-2000, which holds the soul of an old jazz musician.
As Malcolm embarks on a quest to discover the perfect song, he is joined by his lifelong friend January Young. Together, they navigate the vibrant city of New Bronzeville, delving into the world of performing arts and music. This journey not only challenges Malcolm’s perceptions of mediocrity but also serves as a backdrop for his personal growth as a musician. Readers will find a blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Malcolm learns what it truly means to pursue one’s passion.
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A 2024 YALSA Best Graphic Novel for Teens
A 2023 National Cartoonists Society Reuben Awards Graphic Novel Finalist
Debut writer Austin Paramore and artist Sarah Bollinger (Girls Have a Blog) strike a chord in this humorous and heartfelt story about love, loss, legacy, and the music that ties them all together.
What does the perfect song sound like?
Normally, Malcolm Kid wouldn’t give this type of question the time of day. As a straight B-student with a heart of copper, he is far more concerned with overcoming mediocrity than he is with achieving perfection. But that all changes when he stumbles across the LK-2000—a strange keyboard cursed with the soul of an old jazz musician.
Malcolm soon learns that the only way to free this musician’s soul is by performing the perfect song. With much hesitation, and the help of his lifelong friend January Young, Malcolm embarks on a musical journey across the city of New Bronzeville in the hopes of discovering the perfect song and finding himself as a musician along the way.
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