This graphic novel adaptation of the award-winning Minnow, the Girl who Became Part Fish tells the story of one girl’s activism as she makes new friends and connects with her ancestorsEver since Minnow’s Gran went missing a year ago, strange things have been happening: a wild orca keeps following her along the beach, her senses are more powerful, and she might be turning into a fish! Minnow finds peace at the local aquarium, where she meets Celia, an aspiring marine biologist. Together, they untangle the mystery of her newfound powers and discover a connection to her grandmother’s past.When they learn that the new pipeline project in the area could have a devastating impact on the Resident orcas, Minnow uses her new powers and new friendships to make waves of change and discovers that even the smallest fish can make a difference.
Combining an imaginative take on an oral history of the band, interspersed with artistic interpretations of 10 songs from their catalog, BLONDIE: AGAINST THE ODDS captures the friction of NYC as the band fought their way to prominence, as well as the power and energy contained within the songs that fueled their rise to legendary status.
