We Are Big Time: (A Graphic Novel)

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Product Details
Price
$13.99  $13.01
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Publish Date
Pages
240
Dimensions
5.5 X 7.9 X 0.7 inches | 0.9 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780593430477

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About the Author
Hena Khan is a Pakistani American writer. She is the author of the middle-grade novel Amina's Voice, which was selected as a Best Book of the Year by Kirkus, NPR, Washington Post, and Chicago Public Library. Her other titles include Amina's Song, More to the Story, and the Zara's Rules series and picture books Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, Under My Hijab, and It's Ramadan, Curious George, among others. Hena lives in her hometown of Rockville, Maryland, with her family.

Safiya Zerrougui is a cartoonist, character designer, and illustrator based in Montreal, Quebec. She's worked with Netflix, Disney TVA, and HBO Max as a character designer and visual development artist. Safiya's work pulls inspiration from her Kabyle heritage, fashion history, bold colors, and intricate patterns. Give her a sketchbook, a cup of coffee, and a museum archive website, and she'll be entertained for hours!
Reviews
★ "An uplifting graphic novel that celebrates female Muslim athletes and highlights how the teens' faith, sport, and relationships intersect." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

★ "A lighthearted slam dunk." --Booklist, starred review

"An inspiring sports story that focuses on more than the score." --Kirkus Reviews

"Winning and brimming with hope, We Are Big Time is an utterly engaging graphic novel that reminds us there is more to basketball--and life--than the score." --Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of Internment and Hollow Fires

"We Are Big Time is a slam dunk! Overflowing with humor and heart, Aliya's inspiring journey with her all-hijab-wearing basketball team will have readers cheering for more." --Minh Lê, Eisner-nominated author of Lift and Green Lantern: Legacy

"Don't come in expecting a story of overcoming prejudice or hate; Hena deftly crafted this story from the girls' perspectives to broaden readers' perspective on what a diverse narrative can be. Safiya's lines are fluid and dance on the page. A delight for the eyes and heart." --Nidhi Chanani, author of Pashmina

"The perfect sports story: exciting, moving, and inspiring in every way!" --Christina Soontornvat, three-time Newbery Honoree