Frizzy / written by Claribel A. Ortega ; art by Rose Bousamra.
"Marlene loves three things: art, her cool tÃa Ruby and hanging out with her best friend, Camila. But according to her mother, Paola, the only things she needs to focus on are school and growing up. That means straightening her hair every weekend so she can have 'presentable,' 'good' hair. But Marlene hates being in the salon and doesn't understand why her curls are not considered pretty by those around her. With a few hiccups, a dash of embarrassment, and the much-needed help of Camila and TÃa Ruby--she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair."-- Back cover.
Record details
- ISBN: 1250259622
- ISBN: 1250259630
- ISBN: 1339007703
- ISBN: 9781250259622
- ISBN: 9781250259639
- ISBN: 9781339007700
- Physical Description: 212 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Edition: First edition
- Publisher: New York : First Second, [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Publisher, dates, and paging may vary.
- Target Audience Note:
- 009-013.HL430L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR MG 3 1 517650.
- Awards Note:
- Pura Belpre Award, 2023
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Beauty culture > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Friendship > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Hair > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Racism > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Self-confidence > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Friendships.
Hair.
Racism. - Genre:
- Comics (Graphic works)
Coming-of-age comics.
Domestic comics.
Fiction.
Graphic novels.
Available copies
- 53 of 85 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 2 of 3 copies available at Onslow County Public Library. (Show)
Holds
- 1 current hold with 85 total copies.
Other Formats and Editions
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richlands Branch Library | J741.5 ORT (Text) | 36015000538567 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Sneads Ferry Branch Library | J741.5 ORT (Text) | 36015000527446 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/14/2026 |
| Swansboro Branch Library | J741.5 ORT (Text) | 36015000538625 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Albemarle Main Library | J FIC Ortega (Text) | 31010000927998 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/10/2026 |
| Albert Carlton - Cashiers Community Library | JGN FRIZZY (Text) | 39493110065903 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Andrews Public Library | J GRAPHIC ORT (Text) | 80605003681490 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 10/22/2026 |
| Ashe County Public Library | J ORT (Text) | 50503300634039 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Benhaven Public Library | J GN Ortega (Text) | 33630005391227 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Black Mountain Library | j741.5973 ORT (Text) | 0020513421550 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Bladen Main Branch | J GN ORT (Text) | 30441100932649 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/26/2026 |
Accessibility Features
Summary:
"Marlene loves three things: art, her cool tÃa Ruby and hanging out with her best friend, Camila. But according to her mother, Paola, the only things she needs to focus on are school and growing up. That means straightening her hair every weekend so she can have 'presentable,' 'good' hair. But Marlene hates being in the salon and doesn't understand why her curls are not considered pretty by those around her. With a few hiccups, a dash of embarrassment, and the much-needed help of Camila and TÃa Ruby--she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair."--
