Beth Fantaskey is the author of Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side, Jessica Rules the Dark Side, Jekel Loves Hyde, and Buzz Kill. She lives in rural Pennsylvania with her husband and two daughters.ONeillJones is a comic book artist and illustrator who lives for a good story. She has drawn for publishers and brands such as DC, IDW, Jordan Brand, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster. Her debut graphic novel series, Reject Squad, will be published in 2024 by Balzer + Bray. When she’s not busy living out her wildest childhood dreams, she’s probably wrangling kids or playing video games with the love of her life.

“Fantaskey’s endearing stand-alone graphic novel captures the gentle angst of this age with pitch-perfection, combining empathetic characters with gentle humor that’s reminiscent of the work of Kayla Miller and Raina Telgemeier. . . . An achingly authentic and relatable examination of adolescent friendship.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)An enjoyable graphic novel about friendship, growing up, and all-things-engineering. . . . The quirky cast, including a sci-fi-loving dad, coupon-cutting scientist mom, and an ant-obsessed sibling, add humor and liveliness. — Horn Book MagazineThe relatable scenarios and relationships will draw readers in and keep them engaged in this page-turner . . . with vibrant cartoon illustrations and dynamic panels. A must-read graphic novel that will draw fans of Jerry Craft’s New Kid and Raina Telgemeier’s Smile. — School Library Journal (starred review)

Beth Fantaskey is the author of Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side, Jessica Rules the Dark Side, Jekel Loves Hyde, and Buzz Kill. She lives in rural Pennsylvania with her husband and two daughters.ONeillJones is a comic book artist and illustrator who lives for a good story. She has drawn for publishers and brands such as DC, IDW, Jordan Brand, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster. Her debut graphic novel series, Reject Squad, will be published in 2024 by Balzer + Bray. When she’s not busy living out her wildest childhood dreams, she’s probably wrangling kids or playing video games with the love of her life.

“Fantaskey’s endearing stand-alone graphic novel captures the gentle angst of this age with pitch-perfection, combining empathetic characters with gentle humor that’s reminiscent of the work of Kayla Miller and Raina Telgemeier. . . . An achingly authentic and relatable examination of adolescent friendship.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)An enjoyable graphic novel about friendship, growing up, and all-things-engineering. . . . The quirky cast, including a sci-fi-loving dad, coupon-cutting scientist mom, and an ant-obsessed sibling, add humor and liveliness. — Horn Book MagazineThe relatable scenarios and relationships will draw readers in and keep them engaged in this page-turner . . . with vibrant cartoon illustrations and dynamic panels. A must-read graphic novel that will draw fans of Jerry Craft’s New Kid and Raina Telgemeier’s Smile. — School Library Journal (starred review)

Beth Fantaskey is the author of Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side, Jessica Rules the Dark Side, Jekel Loves Hyde, and Buzz Kill. She lives in rural Pennsylvania with her husband and two daughters.ONeillJones is a comic book artist and illustrator who lives for a good story. She has drawn for publishers and brands such as DC, IDW, Jordan Brand, Marvel, and Simon & Schuster. Her debut graphic novel series, Reject Squad, will be published in 2024 by Balzer + Bray. When she’s not busy living out her wildest childhood dreams, she’s probably wrangling kids or playing video games with the love of her life.

“Fantaskey’s endearing stand-alone graphic novel captures the gentle angst of this age with pitch-perfection, combining empathetic characters with gentle humor that’s reminiscent of the work of Kayla Miller and Raina Telgemeier. . . . An achingly authentic and relatable examination of adolescent friendship.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)An enjoyable graphic novel about friendship, growing up, and all-things-engineering. . . . The quirky cast, including a sci-fi-loving dad, coupon-cutting scientist mom, and an ant-obsessed sibling, add humor and liveliness. — Horn Book MagazineThe relatable scenarios and relationships will draw readers in and keep them engaged in this page-turner . . . with vibrant cartoon illustrations and dynamic panels. A must-read graphic novel that will draw fans of Jerry Craft’s New Kid and Raina Telgemeier’s Smile. — School Library Journal (starred review)