Kathleen Gros Books

A modern-day graphic novel adaptation of Little Women that explores identity, friendships, and new experiences through the eyes of thirteen-year-old Jo March.

"With the start of eighth grade, Jo March decides it's time to get serious about her writing and joins the school newspaper. But even with her new friend Freddie cheering her on, becoming a hard-hitting journalist is a lot harder than Jo imagined. That's not all that's tough. Jo and her sisters--Meg, Beth, and Amy--are getting used to a new normal at home, with their dad deployed overseas and their mom, a nurse, working overtime. What does it take to figure out who you are? Jo March is about to find out."--Provided by publisher

Struggling with her stagnant life, Tessa returns to her family home only to find her high school rival, Olive, living in the basement apartment. Their long-standing animosity reignites, but when an unexpected accident traps them together in the attic, they must confront their shared history and reconsider their feelings for each other. This graphic novel weaves a charming enemies-to-lovers narrative with a queer twist, drawing inspiration from classic romantic films, as Tessa navigates love, rivalry, and self-discovery.

A boring summer transforms for twelve-year-old Lucy Stulligross as she navigates a coming-of-age journey filled with new experiences and self-discovery in the absence of her best friend. This relatable story captures the essence of growing up and the challenges of friendship, making it a great read for fans of Kayla Miller and Jarad Greene.

Anne Shirley has been in foster care her whole life. So when the Cuthberts take her in, she hopes it's for good. They seem to be hitting it off, but how will they react to the trouble that Anne can sometimes find herself in . . . like accidentally dyeing her hair green or taking a dangerous dare that leaves her in a cast? Then Anne meets Diana Barry, a girl who lives in her apartment building, the Avon-Lea. The two become fast friends, as Anne finds she can share anything with Diana. As time goes on, though, Anne starts to develop more-than-friends feelings for Diana. A new foster home, a new school, and a first-time crush--it's a lot all at once. But if anyone can handle life's twists and turns, it's the irrepressible Anne Shirley