⭐ "An exquisite excavation of hair, politics, family dynamics, and self-love." --@kirkusreviews FRIZZY, written by Claribel A. Ortega and illustrated by Rose Bousamra is out next month! A middle grade graphic novel about Marlene, a young girl who stops straightening her hair and embraces her natural curls. 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. 🍃 On shelves October 18th from @01firstsecond. #Frizzy #firstsecond #mglit #graphicnovel #claribelaortega #rosebousamra #teamnewleaf #middlegrade @claribel_ortega @rosebousamra