By Anne Camlin

Illustrated by Isadora Zeferino

On Sale: Sep 3, 2024
Page Count: 264 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown Ink
ISBN-13: 9780316704106

$17.99

$23.99 CAD

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“A chaotically queer retelling of Jane Austen’s Emma.” —Alice Oseman, creator of Heartstopper

A teen social media star learns he can’t control everything in this delicious, queer graphic novel adaptation that relocates Jane Austen’s Emma to a modern-day high school in Queens, New York.

Evan Horowitz has it all: beauty, brains, and a not-so-secret flair for matchmaking! An Insta influencer with a talent for makeup and a taste for romance, he’s no stranger to playing cupid for those hopelessly clueless in finding love.

So when shy transfer student Natalia shuffles into school one day, Evan can’t help but get his hands messy! With so many matches to choose from, it’s not long before he sets a plan in motion for Natalia—much against the better judgement of his level-headed best friend, Davi.

But he takes things too far, creating a web of drama that spirals out of his control. Can Evan learn to put the people closest to him before his misguided ambition? Or will he lose them and his own chance at romance, too?

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Anne Camlin is a writer of fiction and graphic novels. Originally from Long Island, they live in Connecticut with a small battalion of schnauzers.

Isadora Zeferino is a freelance illustrator and comic artist who likes to dabble in a little bit of everything creative. She’s been featured on TASCHEN's The Illustrator: 100 Best from Around the World, and in Brazil, she is responsible for the covers of titles, including Howl's Moving Castle; Matilda; The Princess Diaries; and Red, White & Royal Blue. She invites you to find her on Instagram @imzeferino.

“A chaotically queer retelling of Jane Austen's Emma. Evan is the perfect modern-day Emma Woodhouse – conniving and headstrong, with a lot to learn, but with a good heart underneath all of the drama.”
Alice Oseman, creator of Heartstopper
“Evan’s characterization is easily the star of the show; he’s a worthy Emma Woodhouse analogue whose sky-high confidence and charm don’t waver despite his myriad flaws…A pleasant and amusing retelling.”
Kirkus Reviews
“The art is adorable and the characters are quirky and compelling…this update brings accessibility and a modern sensibility to a beloved classic.”
Booklist
"A sweet LGBTQIA+ story that will appeal to teens who enjoy inclusive, simple social dramas."
School Library Journal

About the Author

Anne Camlin is a writer of fiction and graphic novels. Originally from Long Island, they live in Connecticut with a small battalion of schnauzers.

About the Illustrator

Isadora Zeferino is a freelance illustrator and comic artist who likes to dabble in a little bit of everything creative. She’s been featured on TASCHEN’s The Illustrator: 100 Best from Around the World, and in Brazil, she is responsible for the covers of titles, inclduing Howl’s Moving Castle; Matilda; The Princess Diaries; and Red, White & Royal Blue. She invites you to find her on Instagram @imzeferino.

From NOVL Nation

“This graphic novel was so fun! … A great read if you are in the mood for a cute friends to lovers story.”

–Melanie, @words.aremagic

“I enjoyed Evan’s messy antics as he tried to find matches for his friends and himself—before realizing his best friend may just be the love he’s been looking for all along. I especially loved the art style and colorful illustrations!”

–Jordan, @theheartofabookblogger

“Absolutely loved this graphic novel of the modern retelling of Emma and the current 21st century ideals portrayed in the story.”

–Lavanya