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Brill, Calista

Creaky Acres

272 pp. | Penguin/Kokila | May, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9780735230613 $24.99 | Paper ISBN 9780735230620 $14.99
(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Nilah Magruder. Color by Ellis P. Background inks by Akem. After moving to a rural town, confident young Black equestrian Nora struggles to adjust to a rundown barn, a new school, and frequent microaggressions but gradually finds connection and purpose in her new community. This graphic novel explores race, class, and belonging with humor and heart. Though some imprecise equine terminology undercuts the story’s strengths, the energetic art and lively pacing make it an engaging read for horse lovers and outsiders alike.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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