{"product_id":"lunar-boy-a-graphic-novel-isbn-9780063057609","title":"Lunar Boy: A Graphic Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStonewall Children’s Literature Award Winner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Rainbow Book List\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e Best Books of 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNPR's Books We Love of 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGLAAD Media Awards Nominee \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Harvey Awards' Best Children's Book Nominee \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Witch Boy \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eSquished\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLunar Boy\u003c\/em\u003e is a must-have heartwarming coming-of-age graphic novel about a young boy from the moon who discovers a home in the most unlikely places, from debut twin creators Jes and Cin Wibowo. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndu, a boy from the moon, feels like he doesn’t belong. He hasn’t since he and his adoptive mom disembarked from their spaceship—their home—to live on New Earth with their new blended family. The kids at school think he’s weird, he has a crush on his pen pal who might not like him back, and his stepfamily doesn’t seem to know what to do with him. Worst of all, Indu can’t even talk to his mom about how he’s feeling because she’s so busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a moment of loneliness, Indu calls out to the moon, begging them to take him back. And against all odds, the moon hears him and agrees to bring him home on the first day of the New Year. But as the promised day draws nearer, Indu finds friendship in unlikely places and discovers that home is more than where you come from. And when the moon calls again, Indu must decide: Is he willing to give up what he’s just found?\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"A beautifully blended story that connects the importance of communication, respect, patience, and understanding.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJoanna Cacao, author of The Secret of the Ravens\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A fresh, empathetic tale of a transmasculine moon-boy’s journey toward understanding one’s space and the space that’s sometimes necessary to give others. An expansive, organic palette with pastel pops of trans-flag pride, all with inclusive and friendly character design that leaves readers feeling dipped in sun\/moonshine.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This heartwarming story about found family and finding yourself is an ­immersive and refreshing shift from traditional science ­fiction.\"    - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A radiant palette of warm, sun-drenched pinks and oranges underscore the vibrant community of care and support that envelop Indu. Reminiscent of \u003cem\u003eLe Petit Prince\u003c\/em\u003e, this lustrous debut graphic novel signals a much brighter future for its protagonist and those who relate to him.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"[A] heartwarming story whose protagonist finds understanding with friends, family, and a broader community.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"You know a book is good when the fact that its hero was found wandering on the moon is the least interesting thing about him. This is a book with serious undercurrents about what it means to be LGBTQIA+.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This luminously illustrated graphic novel offers readers a lovely story of change, understanding, identity, and belonging. Stellar: both heartbreaking and heartwarming.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eLunar Bo\u003c\/em\u003ey is a salve for the yearning heart! A wonderfully vibrant and wholesome story of found family, and the importance of community.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBre Indigo, co-author of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, The Dog Knight, and Northranger\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A beautiful tale of acceptance and finding where you belong even within the vastness of space! Perfect for young readers looking for a positive and uplifting story about identity and family.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKay Davault, author of Misfit Mansion and Star Knights\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"With gorgeous, imaginative, sci-fi art steeped in Indonesian culture,\u003cem\u003e Lunar Boy\u003c\/em\u003e is a must-have tale of belonging that reclaims the rich queer history of the pre-colonial past for the post-colonial future. This graphic novel made me feel so warm and hopeful.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eXiran Jay Zhao, author of New York Times bestselling Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A poignant, heartfelt story about searching for understanding and community, \u003cem\u003eLunar Boy\u003c\/em\u003e dazzles with beautiful color palettes, luxurious indigenous sci-fi futurism, and diverse characters from start to finish. Uplifting, heartbreaking, inspiring, and everything in between. A stellar debut.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eZachary Sterling, author of Mabuhay!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eLunar Boy\u003c\/em\u003e is both tender and ethereal. With vibrant illustrations and an affirming queer narrative, Jes and Cin have created a rich world that will leave readers starry-eyed.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eElle Pierre, author of Evelyn and Avery: The Art of Friendship\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperAlley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890634289381,"sku":"NP9780063057609","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063057609.jpg?v=1730233734","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/lunar-boy-a-graphic-novel-isbn-9780063057609","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}