Shiny Misfits
Shiny Misfits by Maysoon Zayid, published by Scholastic in 2024, is a 256-page graphic novel that explores themes of friendship, fame, and self-empowerment. The story follows Bay Ann, who is determined to prove her star quality to the world. After winning a school talent show with her impressive tap routine, her moment of glory is overshadowed when a viral video of her classmate Alyee Maq catching her during a stumble turns him into an overnight sensation. This unexpected twist leaves Bay Ann feeling sidelined, as her talent is overlooked in favor of her disability.
In her quest to reclaim the spotlight, Bay Ann enlists the help of her best friends, Michelle and Davey Matt, to challenge Alyee and his crew. As she navigates various attempts to stand out, she faces a series of humorous setbacks that highlight her determination and resilience. The narrative delves into social themes, including the dynamics of friendship and the complexities of living with disabilities. Shiny Misfits presents a relatable journey of self-discovery and the struggle for recognition, making it a relevant read for those interested in juvenile fiction and graphic novels.
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Bay Ann doesn’t think she’s a star–she knows it! Now how does she prove it to the rest of the world? This is a hilarious graphic novel about friendship, fame, and fighting for control of your own story, perfect for fans of Nat Enough, Click, and Invisible.
Bay Ann wants to shine. No matter what.
She’s sure her moment in the spotlight has arrived when she wins the school talent show with a showstopping tap routine! But then her classmate and crush, Alyee Maq, causes her to wobble and almost fall. The video of him catching her goes viral, making Alyee an overnight sensation for “helping her.” Bay Ann is reduced to her disability and her talent is ignored.
Bay Ann doesn’t want her classmate to get all the fame, and she is NOT satisfied being anything but the best. She’ll do everything in her power to beat Alyee at his own attention-seeking game. With the help of her two best friends, Michelle and Davey Matt, she’ll go up against Alyee and his crew to prove she’s number one.
But as Bay Ann tries to find the thing that really makes her stand out, everything she tries goes disastrously wrong. What if the only way to beat her enemy . . . is to join him?
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