Description
This coming-of-age tale offers a poignant reflection on growing up, sibling relationships, and the enduring bonds of family, making it an essential read for young adults ages 16-19.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. The Effects of Pickled Herring by Alex Schumacher is a poignant coming-of-age graphic novel. As 12-year-old Micah Gadsky and his spirited sister Alana prepare for their dual bar and bat mitzvah, they grapple with a family secret that unravels their understanding of faith and identity. Micah's introspective nature and Alana's outgoing spirit collide, leading them to confront the complexities of growing up, and ultimately, the enduring power of familial bonds.
A vividly illustrated graphic novel for high school age readers. The author's mix of humor and heart in The Effects of Pickled Herring makes this coming of age book relatable for all young adult readers. If you are looking for books about family dynamics, brother and sister relationships, books about growing up, or one's introspection on faith, pick up a copy of The Effects of Pickled Herring!
Inside find:
- A compelling exploration of self-worth, identity, and anti-Semitism
- A heartrending portrayal of the effects of Alzheimer's on a family unit
- Engaging illustrations that vividly bring the narrative to life
- Relatable themes for young adult readers navigating the challenges of growing up
Looking for the best teen graphic novels for ages 16-19? This is for you! If you liked Calling My Name or A First Time for Everything, you will love The Effects of Pickled Herring.
About the Author
Alex Schumacher is an author/illustrator whose list of work includes The Unemployment Adventures of Aqualung graphic novel for Arcana Studios (2013), The World's Crummiest Umbrella picture book for Wandering in the Words Press (2014), articles for Comicon.com, and storyboards for DreamWorks TV. His first collection of literary magazine comics, Defiling the Literati, was released in 2017 to rave reviews from such sites as Graphic Policy and Bleeding Cool. That same year Alex was also nominated for a 'Best of the Net' award for his graphic narrative collaboration with underground poet John Bennett. Alex continues to produce the weekly webcomic Decades of (in)Experience for Antix Press (since 2015) and the monthly misadventures of Mr. Butterchips for Drunk Monkeys (since 2016). Alex lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Reviews
"A warm and funny coming-of age story, but one that also packs an emotional wallop. The Effects of Pickled Herring is a wonderful tale about the gnawing self-doubt and daily humiliations we all suffer at age thirteen. An insightful and provocative read!"
-Derf Backderf, Eisner Award-winning author of Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio
"A wonderful story of all the directions we are pulled in our adolescence, and a reminder of the one thing that can ground us-the ones we love."
-Jonathan Hill, author of Tales of a Seventh-Grade Lizard Boy
"You'll immediately recognize Micah Gadsky as yourself, your friend, or that slightly awkward Jewish kid in your class. The Effects of Pickled Herring is filled with humor and heart and some heartbreak too, but ultimately it's about family and friendship and how these relationships help us navigate change. This is a must-read coming of age graphic novel and I hope not the last we'll see of Micah. The bar mitzvah was one thing, how is he going to make it through high school?"
-Erica Lyons, National Jewish Book Awards Finalist
"The Effects of Pickled Herring is a heart-warming hoot that is full of laughs, heart and not the least bit fishy."
-Judd Winick, author of the bestselling Hilo series
"Alex Schumacher has crafted a wonderful coming of age story (like literally: it hinges on a Bar and Bat Mitzvah). It's a poignant tale about the importance of family and faith in a person's life, both young and old. And even though you might need to keep a box of tissues handy for the especially emotional passages, it's also leavened with Alex's trademark sense of humor. A funny, moving story that I highly recommend!"
-Mark Reznicek, drummer of Toadies
Book Information
ISBN 9781684813568
Author Alex Schumacher
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Mango Media
Publisher Mango Media
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 13mm
