Wrong Friend

Charise Mericle Harper's graphic novel, 'Wrong Friend,' offers a fresh and honest look at the often-challenging experience of childhood friendships evolving and sometimes drifting apart. When Charise's long-time best friend, Casey, starts high school and their bond weakens, Charise embarks on a quest to find a new best friend. The story beautifully captures the emotional journey of feeling left out, the resilience required to seek new connections, and the humor found in everyday life, including quirky family dynamics and unexpected challenges like guinea pig allergies. Perfect for readers aged 4-11, especially those transitioning between elementary and middle school, this book provides comfort and validation for children navigating similar social shifts, much like the popular works of Raina Telgemeier.

What happens when your BFF is no longer forever? A fresh and honest graphic novel about friendships lost and found. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier! Charise and Casey have been best friends for years. It never mattered that Casey was older by two years—until she started high school. Now, the two barely talk, and Charise is on a mission to get a new best friend. But can she find that perfect person while navigating long-distance friendships, guinea pig allergies, and the embarrassing quirks of her family?