{"product_id":"alterations-a-graphic-novel-paperback","title":"Alterations: A Graphic Novel - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRay Xu\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor fans of Gene Luen Yang's \u003ci\u003eAmerican Born Chinese\u003c\/i\u003e and Svetlana Chmakova's\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAwkward\u003c\/i\u003e, this funny yet poignant middle-grade coming-of-age story highlights the struggle of feeling invisible while yearning to be seen by all. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Kevin Lee is having a really bad week. Although he lives in a crowded Toronto apartment above the family's alterations and dry-cleaning store, he mostly goes unnoticed. School isn't exactly an oasis either--being one of the few Asian kids makes for some unwelcome attention. But when Kevin's class plans a trip to Thrill Planet, a spectacular theme park, will he finally have a chance to turn his life around, or will it just be another day for Kevin Lee? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFans of middle school graphic novels exploring identity and self-esteem will appreciate the poignant yet humorous journey of finding one's place in the world, and readers who are looking for Asian representation in books will connect with Kevin's story of racism, bullying, and the immigrant experience. With its mix of family relationships, friendships, and a thrilling amusement park climax, this inspiring read is perfect for fans of humorous middle grade fiction with diverse characters overcoming obstacles.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRAY XU\u003c\/b\u003e is a Toronto-based story artist and animator for television and feature films. His recent work includes the 2021 Netflix animated hit \u003ci\u003eThe Mitchells vs. The Machines\u003c\/i\u003e; DreamWorks' \u003ci\u003eCaptain Underpants \u003c\/i\u003emovie; and more. He invites you to visit him online at raymond-xu.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.4 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 30, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42695811989567,"sku":"9781454945857","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/e08868cbcdeba46478c689e661437843.webp?v=1765005169","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/alterations-a-graphic-novel-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}