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THE AVANT-GUARDS by Carly Usdin

THE AVANT-GUARDS

From the Avant-Guards series, volume 1

by Carly Usdin ; illustrated by Noah Hayes & Rebecca Nalty

Pub Date: Sept. 3rd, 2019
ISBN: 978-1-68415-367-1
Publisher: BOOM! Box

What happens when a basketball team is determined to recruit a bona fide loner?

Charlie Bravo (she’s heard all the jokes) is a recent transfer to the Georgia O’Keeffe College of Arts and Subtle Dramatics. She’s determined to keep to herself and focus on her film studies—until Liv sets her sights on getting Charlie to join her newly minted basketball team. Liv is a determined walking motivational poster who loves leading teams. She recruits the rest of her ragtag basketball crew to convince Charlie—each in their own unique fashion—just before the first game. Ashley, Nicole, Jay, and Tiffany eventually wear her down with their numerous attempts, not only welcoming her to their team, but also into their circle of friendship. Plagued by memories of her last university, Charlie finds that her new team might just be what she needs to love basketball again—and to find love. The author has crafted a cast of endearing individuals who together form an unlikely friendship group that is an unstoppable combination on and off the court. Humor coupled with the fast pace makes for an energetic story. The bright colors, pop-out panels, expressive facial expressions, and dynamic lines express joyful excitement. The highly diverse cast is multiracial with varying gender expression and sexual orientation.

Readers who love humorous friendship stories and adorably awkward lesbian flirting will enjoy every moment.

(Graphic novel. 15-adult)