
Lumberjanes is a beloved graphic novel series following five diverse best friends, Jo, April, Molly, Mal, and Ripley, at a fantastical summer camp. Far from ordinary, their camp is filled with three-eyed foxes, mysterious old women who turn into bears, and bubbling lake monsters. The girls, known as Lumberjane Scouts, must use their unique skills, bravery, and unwavering friendship to solve these supernatural mysteries. This series is celebrated for its positive representation of LGBTQ+ characters, including a transgender protagonist and a lesbian couple, presented naturally and without fanfare. It's a vibrant, humorous, and empowering read perfect for middle-grade readers who love adventure, mystery, and strong female characters.
Excited for the annual Bandicoot Bacchanal, Ripley recruits her friends to help her get ready for the dance. But before the Lumberjanes know it, something mysterious begins to bubble to the surface of the lake near camp! Will the Lumberjanes be able to bring peace to the lake in time for the Bacchanal?