Adherent

Timely Themes: Explores themes of introspection vs exterior exploration, and local communities vs the wider world--themes are are particularly relevant as we emerge from years of isolation.

Artist to Watch: With his stunning visual style, poignant writing, and impressive world-building capabilities, Chris W. Kim is a graphic novelist to watch.

Adult-YA Crossover Potential: Kim's story of a young woman who leaves her community to search for meaning, against the advice of her elders, will appeal to adult and YA readers alike.