Reviews
Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated New Kids' Release Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated New Kids' Release Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist " Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist " Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids " Brilliant ... Readers will build visual literacy skills and encounter well-developed diverse characters. They will also get swept up in Galligan's amazing storytelling , achieved through expert use of the format. A must-purchase." -- School Library Connection, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist " Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids " Brilliant ... Readers will build visual literacy skills and encounter well-developed diverse characters. They will also get swept up in Galligan's amazing storytelling , achieved through expert use of the format. A must-purchase." -- School Library Connection, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection B&N Most Anticipated New Kids' Release of October 2022 " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection B&N Most Anticipated New Kids' Release of October 2022 " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review, Praise for Freestyle: Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year Washington Post Best Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Recipient of four starred reviews " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist " Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids " Brilliant ... Readers will build visual literacy skills and encounter well-developed diverse characters. They will also get swept up in Galligan's amazing storytelling , achieved through expert use of the format. A must-purchase." -- School Library Connection, Praise for Freestyle: Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection B&N Most Anticipated New Kids' Release of October 2022 " The cartooning instincts on display are superb , always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Galligan's timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable , and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz's routines and Sunna's yo-yo prowess... A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression. " -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart. " -- School Library Journal , starred review " Galligan's crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story's constant motion , making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels." -- The Horn Book , starred review "Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist
