(W) Natalie Norris
This debut graphic memoir is a bittersweet coming of age story that chronicles the author's teenage experiences with sexual assault and the resulting PTSD. Dear Mini is not a cautionary tale; rather, it is a vivid depiction of adolescent agency in the face of trauma, tracing Norris's journey from a wild-child to becoming a resilient adult who has harnessed her voice. Norris's spirited and free-flowing page designs and full color cartooning bring her frank voice and personality to life, making Dear Mini one of the most compelling graphic novels of 2023.
