Evelyn and Avery: The Art of Friendship

Set in a whimsical world with both human and animal friends, this debut graphic novel series is about besties who make crafts, mistakes, and friendships. Publishers Weekly Early Reader Spotlight Pick!

Eight-year-old Evelyn is beyond excited to enter her town's annual art show! She joins two of her friends with a plan to submit a group project, but Dylan and Avery (a playful and imaginative skunk kit) start butting heads early on in the creative process. When Evelyn tries to diffuse the tension, both friends end up angry at her and the group splits apart.

What will this mean for their art—and, more importantly, for their friendships?

The first book in a new graphic novel series for young readers, Evelyn and Avery is all about navigating friendship and emotions, fostering different kinds of creativity, and forgiveness. Set in a world with both human and animal characters, the series is both relatable and whimsical.

Elle Pierre has worked on a variety of creative projects over the years, ranging from self-published children’s books to short comics. Elle was a colorist on the acclaimed graphic novel Twins by Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright and the graphic novel Creaky Acres by Calista Brill and Nilah Magruder.