Fresh Start: A Graphic Novel

Fresh Start: A Graphic Novel by Gale Galligan is a funny and vibrant middle-grade graphic novel about friendship, belonging and learning to be yourself. Ollie Herisson is used to moving from country to country because her father is a diplomat, so she treats every new school as a temporary stop.

But when Ollie's family decides to stay in one place, she suddenly has to face the challenge of making lasting friendships and figuring out where she belongs. Along the way, Ollie navigates school drama, cultural expectations, embarrassment and the question of how to be herself while connecting with others.

Recommended age: 8–12 years

Genre: Graphic Novel, Middle Grade Fiction, Friendship, School Stories, Coming of Age, Contemporary Fiction

Why children will enjoy it:

• Fast-paced and colourful graphic storytelling
• Relatable school and friendship challenges
• Explores belonging and being comfortable with yourself
• Funny characters and embarrassing school moments
• Great for fans of friendship-focused graphic novels

Read-alikes: Click, Real Friends, Smile, Roller Girl, and The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels.

Borrow from BookJoy: Borrow Fresh Start from BookJoy Library in Kanakapura Main Road, Bangalore. BookJoy offers a curated collection of books for different ages and reading levels, with membership plans and delivery available across Bangalore.