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!

Kirkus Reviews says, “A cute yet complex tale about solving conflicts with creative solutions…Pierre’s illustrations have a bubbly, lighthearted energy, and her characters physically express big emotions.”

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.

Evelyn and Avery’s first adventure is a gentle guide to the ups and downs of friendship.

• Friendship Story for Kids: When a group art project goes wrong, Evelyn, Dylan, and Avery the skunk must figure out how to fix their feelings and their friendship.
• Conflict Resolution for Kids: A relatable tale that shows it’s okay to disagree, and that creativity and forgiveness are the best tools for solving problems.
• Managing Big Emotions: With bubbly, expressive art, this story helps children see and understand feelings like excitement, frustration, and anger in themselves and others.
• Adorable Animal Friends: Explore a charming world where humans and animal pals like Avery, a playful and imaginative skunk kit, learn and grow together.