A Costume for Charly Self-Esteem A middle grade graphic memoir

A middle grade graphic memoir based on bestselling author and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life

Vera is such a good cartoonist I almost can’t stand it

But what these stories are really about is their young protagonists “owning” a power that contributes to their individuality

This engaging little book carries huge messages as it inspires hope for the future

”—Jameela Jamil

A Costume for Charly Self-Esteem A middle grade graphic memoirTrick or treat! Non binary Charly must think outside the box to create the perfect Halloween costume: one that represents both their feminine and masculine sides. Halloween is always tricky for Charly, and this year they are determined to find a costume that showcases both the feminine and masculine halves of their identity. Digging through their costume box, they explore many fun costumes. Some are masc. Some are femme. Some are neither. But all are