Frizzy by Claribel A Ortega
Marlene loves three things: books, her cool Tía Ruby, and hanging out with her best friend Camila. But according to her mother, Paola, the only thing she needs to focus on is school and "growing up." That means straightening her hair every weekend so she can have "presentable," "good hair." But Marlene hates being in the salon and doesn't understand why her curls are not considered pretty by those around her. With a few hiccups, a dash of embarrassment, and the much-needed help of Camila and Tia Ruby, she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair.
Claribel A. Ortega is a former reporter who writes middle grade and young adult books inspired by her Dominican heritage. Claribel has been featured on Buzzfeed, Good Morning America, and Deadline. Her books include the middle grade novels Ghost Squad and Witchlings, and her debut graphic novel Frizzy. claribelortega.com. Rose Bousamra is a freelance illustrator and comic creator born and based in Michigan. Frizzy is their first graphic novel, with their forthcoming solo debut graphic novel Gutless also being published with First Second. When they're not making or reading comics they love baking sweets and playing fantasy video games. rosemakesart.com
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781250259639 |
| ISBN 10 | 1250259630 |
| Title | Frizzy |
| Author | Claribel A Ortega |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Roaring Brook Press |
| Year published | 2022-10-18 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Prizes | Winner of Pura Belpre Award (Children's Author) 2023 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |