"Elizabeth Agyemang smartly weaves culture, adventure, and a little magic into a dynamic story about stories. Agyemang's colorful illustrations breathe life into Nana's journey as she connects with her roots and learns to believe in her own voice. At its core, FIBBED is a bold reminder that stories—and those who tell them—have power." —Booki Vivat, New York Times bestselling author of the Frazzled series
 
A magical middle-grade graphic novel about a girl who doesn’t lie but no one believes, and who winds up tangled in the web of a trickster spider of Ghanaian lore, Ananse.

Everyone says that the wild stories Nana tells are big fibs. But she always tells the truth, as ridiculous as it sounds to hear about the troupe of circus squirrels stealing her teacher’s toupee. When another outlandish explanation lands her in hot water again, her parents announce that Nana will be spending the summer with her grandmother in Ghana.
 
She isn’t happy to be missing the summer camp she’s looked forward to all year, or to be living with family that she barely knows, in a country where she can’t really speak the native language. But all her worries get a whole lot bigger—literally—when she comes face-to-face with Ananse, the trickster spider of legend.
 
Nana soon discovers that the forest around the village is a place of magic watched over by Ananse. But a group of greedy contractors are draining the magic from the land, intent on selling the wishes for their own gain. Nana must join forces with her cousin Tiwaa, new friend Akwesi, and Ananse himself to save the magic from those who are out to steal it before the magic—and the forest—are gone for good.
Elizabeth Agyemang is an author and illustrator who writes about magic, history, folklore, love, and fairy tales, and draws from elements of her Ghanaian heritage and faith. Her debut graphic novel Fibbed was a Parents.com Best Middle Grade Fiction of 2022 and a Chicago Public Library Best Fiction for Kids 2022 Pick. When she isn’t gushing over books or comics, she spends her free time dissecting classic movies and TV shows. Heart-shaped Lies is her debut young adult novel. View titles by Elizabeth Agyemang
"Elizabeth Agyemang smartly weaves culture, adventure, and a little magic into a dynamic story about stories. Agyemang's colorful illustrations breathe life into Nana's journey as she connects with her roots and learns to believe in her own voice. At its core, FIBBED is a bold reminder that stories—and those who tell them—have power." —Booki Vivat, New York Times bestselling author of the Frazzled series

"Thoughtful metafiction with an unshakeable cultural richness."— Kirkus Reviews

“Energetic folk art–style illustrations [capture] the vibrant setting and colorful Ghanaian attire… a voyage of self-discovery while demonstrating the magical power of stories and their ability to reach across cultures and generations."—The Horn Book

"Multilayered, colorful, and compelling...With a creative storyline; powerful messages about the importance of family, teamwork, and problems of imperialism; and colorful, stylized, and striking artwork, Fibbed will appeal to young people interested in folklore, magic realism, and adventure stories." — Booklist 


"Lush warm colors and patterns enhance the beauty of Ghana's natural landscapes and outdoor market...[and] immerse young readers in Ghanaian traditions, folklore, and language." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"A great graphic novel to add to a collection...Readers who like mischievous antics, folklore, and adventure will enjoy this story.” – School Library Journal

"Highly stylized, vibrantly hued illustrations handily convey this lush tale." Publishers Weekly

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"Elizabeth Agyemang smartly weaves culture, adventure, and a little magic into a dynamic story about stories. Agyemang's colorful illustrations breathe life into Nana's journey as she connects with her roots and learns to believe in her own voice. At its core, FIBBED is a bold reminder that stories—and those who tell them—have power." —Booki Vivat, New York Times bestselling author of the Frazzled series
 
A magical middle-grade graphic novel about a girl who doesn’t lie but no one believes, and who winds up tangled in the web of a trickster spider of Ghanaian lore, Ananse.

Everyone says that the wild stories Nana tells are big fibs. But she always tells the truth, as ridiculous as it sounds to hear about the troupe of circus squirrels stealing her teacher’s toupee. When another outlandish explanation lands her in hot water again, her parents announce that Nana will be spending the summer with her grandmother in Ghana.
 
She isn’t happy to be missing the summer camp she’s looked forward to all year, or to be living with family that she barely knows, in a country where she can’t really speak the native language. But all her worries get a whole lot bigger—literally—when she comes face-to-face with Ananse, the trickster spider of legend.
 
Nana soon discovers that the forest around the village is a place of magic watched over by Ananse. But a group of greedy contractors are draining the magic from the land, intent on selling the wishes for their own gain. Nana must join forces with her cousin Tiwaa, new friend Akwesi, and Ananse himself to save the magic from those who are out to steal it before the magic—and the forest—are gone for good.

Author

Elizabeth Agyemang is an author and illustrator who writes about magic, history, folklore, love, and fairy tales, and draws from elements of her Ghanaian heritage and faith. Her debut graphic novel Fibbed was a Parents.com Best Middle Grade Fiction of 2022 and a Chicago Public Library Best Fiction for Kids 2022 Pick. When she isn’t gushing over books or comics, she spends her free time dissecting classic movies and TV shows. Heart-shaped Lies is her debut young adult novel. View titles by Elizabeth Agyemang

Praise

"Elizabeth Agyemang smartly weaves culture, adventure, and a little magic into a dynamic story about stories. Agyemang's colorful illustrations breathe life into Nana's journey as she connects with her roots and learns to believe in her own voice. At its core, FIBBED is a bold reminder that stories—and those who tell them—have power." —Booki Vivat, New York Times bestselling author of the Frazzled series

"Thoughtful metafiction with an unshakeable cultural richness."— Kirkus Reviews

“Energetic folk art–style illustrations [capture] the vibrant setting and colorful Ghanaian attire… a voyage of self-discovery while demonstrating the magical power of stories and their ability to reach across cultures and generations."—The Horn Book

"Multilayered, colorful, and compelling...With a creative storyline; powerful messages about the importance of family, teamwork, and problems of imperialism; and colorful, stylized, and striking artwork, Fibbed will appeal to young people interested in folklore, magic realism, and adventure stories." — Booklist 


"Lush warm colors and patterns enhance the beauty of Ghana's natural landscapes and outdoor market...[and] immerse young readers in Ghanaian traditions, folklore, and language." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"A great graphic novel to add to a collection...Readers who like mischievous antics, folklore, and adventure will enjoy this story.” – School Library Journal

"Highly stylized, vibrantly hued illustrations handily convey this lush tale." Publishers Weekly

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