Title
Shakti
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A Fierce, Feminist, And Fun Middle Grade Fantasy Graphic Novel About A Twelveyearold Indian American Girl Named Shakti Who Must Learn The Power Of Her Ancestral Magic If She Wants To Save Her Family And Town From A Dangerous Curse. Written By Stonewall Honor Book Recipient And Lambda Literary Fellow Sj Sindu And Illustrated By Nabi H. Ali.Shakti Is Used To Being The New Girl At School. She And Her Two Moms Have Moved More Times Than She Can Count. With Her Unborn Baby Brother On The Way, Shakti Hopes Her Family Has Found Their Forever Home In Amherst, Massachusetts, And That She Can Finally Make Friends.On Her First Day Of Seventh Grade, She Meets Xi And They Bond Over Their Shared Passion For Manga (And Pizza With Mayo). But The Three Meanest Girls In Schoolharini, Emily, And Kelly (Aka Hek)Are Determined To Make Life Miserable For Shakti And Her New Friends.When Shakti And Xi Discover Hek Casting Spells In The Woods, They Fear What Might Happen To The Other Kids At School. Drawing On Ancient Indian Magic, Shakti Seeks The Aid Of Durga Ma To Stop Hek. But Instead, Shakti Accidentally Conjures Kali Ma, The Destroyerdurga Ma'S Dangerous Twin. Kali Ma Punishes Hek By Transforming Them Into Monsters And Curses The Entire Town. As More And More People Begin To Fall Ill, Including Shaktis Mom, Will Shakti Be Able To Harness Her Own Strength, Power, And Empathy To Save Those She Lovesand Put An End To All The Hate?A 2023 School Library Journal Best Graphic Novel Of 2023!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What age group is 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' suitable for? A: 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' is aimed at middle grade readers, typically ages 8 to 12 years old.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel'? A: The graphic novel is written by SJ Sindu, a Stonewall Honor Book recipient and Lambda Literary Fellow.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel'? A: The main theme revolves around empowerment, family, and the exploration of cultural identity through the lens of a young Indian American girl learning to harness her ancestral magic.
- Q: How many pages does 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' have? A: 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the format and binding of this graphic novel? A: The graphic novel is available in a paperback format.
- Q: When was 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' published? A: 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' was published on May 23, 2023.
- Q: Is there any special recognition for 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel'? A: 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' has been recognized as a 2023 School Library Journal Best Graphic Novel.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this graphic novel? A: The illustrations in 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel' are created by Nabi H. Ali, contributing to the vibrant storytelling experience.
- Q: Is there any specific cultural aspect highlighted in 'Shakti: A Graphic Novel'? A: Yes, the graphic novel highlights aspects of Indian culture, particularly through the use of ancestral magic and the character's connection to her heritage.
- Q: What challenges does the main character, Shakti, face in the story? A: Shakti faces challenges such as bullying, the pressure of moving frequently, and the responsibility of saving her family and town from a dangerous curse.