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Hey, Kiddo
by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Ages: 14+
Published: 2018
Publisher: Graphix/Scholastic
ISBN: 978-0-545-90247-2
Keywords: Graphic format, Family, Drug addiction
Jarrett grows up with his single, heroin-addicted mother, moves in with his grandparents, and finds his voice through art. Pencil-and-ink soft=edged panels finished digitally including muted orange watercolor.