Posted by Casey on Saturday, Aug 19, 2017
Nightlights by Lorena Alvarez is a delightfully creepy and beautiful graphic novel. Part fairy tale, part nightmare with an ending open enough for sequels, this is journey you won't want to miss. While the visuals are enough of a hat tip to other artists to catch and enjoy--Cartoon Saloon, Vera Brosgol, Emil Carroll etc.--Alvarez's use of color, negative space and overall pacing are unique and memorable.
Nightlights is Alvarez's first graphic novel, so be sure to watch for more from her in the future!
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Casey buys books for ICPL's youngest readers. However, she enjoys reading books of all shapes and sizes. You can find her at the Children's Desk, out and about at one of our area preschools, or providing in-house programming like StoryJAM.
Another new picture book nonfiction title! "The Moon Tonight" is gorgeously illustrated, and the breadth of information is perfect for sharing with younger elementary students. I'm excited to try the included science experiment at home as well! Don't miss this title if you like creative nonfiction or have a little one interested in celestial bodies. -Casey