Monstrous: A Transracial Adoption Story -- Sarah Myer, Hardcover

A poignant young adult graphic memoir about a Korean-American girl who uses fandom and art-making to overcome racist bullying. Perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and Almost American Girl!

Sarah has always struggled to fit in. Born in South Korea and adopted at birth by a white couple, she grows up in a rural community with few Asian neighbors. People whisper in the supermarket. Classmates bully her. She has trouble containing her anger in these moments--but through it all, she has her art. She's always been a compulsive drawer, and when she discovers anime, her hobby becomes an obsession.

Though drawing and cosplay offer her an escape, she still struggles to connect with others. And in high school, the bullies are louder and meaner. Sarah's bubbling rage is threatening to burst.

Author: Sarah Myer
Publisher: First Second
Published: 06/27/2023
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 8.75h x 6.37w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781250268792
Age Range: 14-18

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/24/2023
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 06/01/2023 - Book Of Special Distinction
Booklist 05/15/2023 pg. 38
School Library Journal 06/01/2023 pg. 94

About the Author
Sarah Myer is a comic artist and illustrator hailing from a ten-acre farm in White Hall, Maryland. An old-school cosplayer and anime fan, Sarah has attended anime/comic conventions as a fan and artist alley participant since 1999 and has constructed and worn more than fifty costumes. When they aren't drawing, writing, or cosplaying, Sarah enjoys cooking, weight training, and spending time with their mackerel tabby, Loki. Sarah graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design with BFA and MFA degrees in sequential art and taught foundation studies classes at the college for three years. In 2019, First Second published Maker Comics: Create a Costume!, Sarah's first graphic novel.