Reel Life: A Graphic Novel

A standout graphic novel debut about a boy whose parents unexpectedly divorce, perfect for fans of Stepping Stones, Allergic, and Twins.When Galens parents reveal that theyre splitting up, his life is thrown into chaos. He knows he shouldnt like his dads home-wrecker girlfriend, Jasmine, but she isnt a jerk like he expected. Then his mom brings home a new boyfriend -- and his teenage daughter! To top it off, Galens friend Kyle has inexplicably become really mean. To process these confusing emotions, Galen and his best friend, Luna, decide to make a documentary movie all about his parents divorce. But will the reel life of filmmaking help Galen face his real life?Author-illustrator Kane Lynch draws on childhood experiences to tell a nuanced and deeply empathetic story about the messy, awkward, and sometimes funny dilemmas that result from evolving families and friendships.