Book
Weirdo / written by Tony Weaver, Jr. ; art by Jess and Cin Wibowo.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781250772862 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 310 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : First Second, 2024.
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| Genre: | Autobiographical comics. Nonfiction comics. Graphic novels. Comics (Graphic works) |
Available copies
- 0 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | J FIC Weave | 31681030072755 | JFIC GN | Checked out | 10/28/2025 |
- Baker & Taylor
The founder of the social impact organization Weird Enough Productions shares his middle school experiences being labeled a weirdo, which causes him to spiral into depression, until he enrolls in a new school that fosters creativity and where he finally grows into the hero heâs always aspired to be. 20,000 first printing. Simultaneous. Illustrations. - Baker & Taylor
"Eleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-life characters he finds there. But his new classmates all think he's a weirdo. Bullied by his peers, Tony struggles with the hurt of not being accepted and tries to conform to other people's expectations. After a traumatic event shakes him to his core, he embarks on a journey of self love that will require him to become the hero of his own story"-- - McMillan Palgrave
"A touching story of belonging." â Publisher's Weekly, starred review
"Honest, hopeful.." âKirkus, starred review
A Kirkus Best Book of the Year
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
Eleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-life characters he finds there. But his new classmates all think heâs a weirdo. Bullied by his peers, Tony struggles with the hurt of not being accepted and tries to conform to other people's expectations. After a traumatic event shakes him to his core, he embarks on a journey of self love that will require him to become the hero of his own story.
From rising star Tony Weaver, Jr., Weirdo is a triumphant and comedic story for any kid who's ever felt awkward, left out, or like they don't belongâperfect for fans of Jerry Craft's New Kid.
