Heartstopper by Alice Oseman

A “boy meets boy” graphic novel

Emily Goswick

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Photo by Emily Goswick, reference page 9 of Heartstopper by Alice Oseman

Putting this story into words is a challenge, which may be why Alice Oseman gave it to us in the form of a graphic novel. Much like in-person communication, so many things are expressed in graphic novels using minuscule facial changes, shaded blushing cheeks, or downward glances. One of my favorite elements of this graphic novel is the use of simply drawn…

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Emily Goswick

An alleged essayist, reading and writing about literature. Probably a healthy dose of catharsis as well.