Graphic novels for fans of Raina Telgemeier

For tween readers who enjoy Raina's Telgemeier's books, here's a list of realistic graphic novels about school, friends, family and growing up. Like Telgemeier, these creators tell stories with heart, humor, and great artwork. Many of these titles are series starters, and most creators on this list have other great books too -- if you find something you like, there is more to explore!

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Updated June 26, 2024
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New kid
Craft, Jerry
Paper Book
Winner of the Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award, and Kirkus Prize for Young Readers' Literature!  Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Gene Luen Yang, New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low...
Gabby gets it together
Fairbairn, Nathan
Paper Book
Are you a fan of Raina Telgemeier or Shannon Hale? Then don't miss PAWS, a new graphic novel series about best friends, cute dogs, and all the fun (and trouble) that comes with them. Perfect for fans of Real Friends, Roller Girl, and Allergic, this funny and heartwarming...
Making friends
Gudsnuk, Kristen
Paper Book
Danielle needs a perfect friend, but sometimes making (or creating) one is a lot easier than keeping one! Sometimes making a friend is a lot easier than keeping one! Sixth grade was SO much easier for Dany. All her friends were in the same room and she knew exactly what to expect...
Pawcasso
Lai, Remy
Paper Book
"Move over, Jeff Kinney . . . Lai's finger is always precisely on the pulse of kid humor." --Horn Book "It's tail-wagging entertaining!" --Kelly Yang, New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk A heartwarming and hilarious...
Mexikid : en español
Martin, Pedro
Paper Book
Libro de Honor en los Premios Newbery Mejor libro para niños / Eisner Award 2024  Entre los mejores libros del 2023, de acuerdo a más de una decena de medios de prensa e instituciones de Estados Unidos. Mexikid es uno de los mejores títulos del año según...

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