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.
Resources and support. Author’s note, with photographs. Full-color illustrations were penciled, inked, and colored digitally with sketch pencil–style brushes in Clip Studio Paint.Â
Book Genres Autobiography/Biography, Graphic Novels, Memoir
Canadian Rights Yes
Dewey B
Title alpha Monstrous: A Transracial Adoption Story
Category Biography High Plus
Pages Count 272
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Adopted children. Interracial adoption. Families. Korean Americans. Women cartoonists. Sarah Myer. Childhood and youth. Bullying. LGBTQ.
Trim Size 8 1/2" x 6"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2023-06-26
JLG Release Date Oct 2023
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Biography High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
Biography High Plus
Biography High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This 14 book collections offers young adult readers fascinating biographies and compelling personal stories that provide a view into history or perspective on the issues of our times.
Crime: Punishment/Execution,Discrimination: Reference/Discussion,Discrimination: Religious,Discrimination: Sexism,Discrimination: Sexuality,Language: Moderate Language,Sexual Content: Contact Between Adult and Minor,Sexual Content: Mild Sexual Content/Themes,Violence: Gun Violence,Violence: Suicide,Violence: War/Harsh Realities of War