The 2015 Cybils Award

Summary: In a bustling town, a little girl gathers wildflowers as her father remains absorbed in his own world. Each flower she picks becomes a silent gift, unnoticed yet powerful, subtly altering their shared path. As she offers these delicate blooms, the question arises: can small gestures change the course of a day? This wordless tale invites readers to explore the beauty in overlooked moments and the quiet impact of a child's perspective. Discover how simple acts of kindness can transform both the giver and the receiver in unexpected ways.

Summary: Twelve-year-old Astrid faces a summer of change when her best friend Nicole chooses dance camp over roller derby. As Astrid struggles to keep up with older derby girls, she must also confront the drifting friendship and the daunting world of junior high. With her first roller derby bout approaching, Astrid wonders if she has the strength to tackle these challenges and embrace her new identity. Will she find her place in the rink and in life, or will the summer's trials prove too much? Discover a tale of resilience and friendship in this inspiring graphic novel.

Summary: In a world where mountaintops are humanity's last refuge, thirteen-year-old Chess and his friends sail above a deadly mist, scavenging to survive. But survival isn't enough. They must reach Port Oro to save their beloved Mrs. E from fogsickness. Pursued by the ruthless Lord Kodoc, who seeks Chess's secret, they face perilous skies and hidden fears. Will they find the cure before it's too late?

Summary: Christopher Rowe, an apothecary's apprentice, faces a chilling mystery as a cult targets London's apothecaries. With murders closing in on his mentor's shop, Christopher must solve intricate puzzles and codes to uncover a secret that could shatter the world. Can he decipher the clues before it's too late, or will the cult's sinister plan succeed? Dive into a suspenseful adventure where every skill Christopher has learned is put to the ultimate test.

Summary: Violet, a ballerina on the brink of success, faces a chilling truth that could shatter her dreams. Inside a juvenile detention center, Amber, trapped for years, holds secrets that intertwine with Violet's fate. Both are connected by Orianna, whose past actions hold the key to unraveling their darkest mysteries. What really happened on those fateful nights at Aurora Hills? As the lines between guilt and innocence blur, will justice be served in this life or the next? Dive into a suspenseful tale where the living and the dead reveal haunting truths.

Summary: Samantha McAllister hides her Purely-Obsessional OCD behind a perfect facade, fearing her popular friends' judgment. When she meets Caroline, Sam discovers Poet's Corner, a haven for misfit students. Drawn to this hidden world and a talented guitarist, Sam begins to feel more herself. But as she balances her secret life and her mental health, she faces a new challenge that could unravel everything. Can Sam find her true self without losing her mind or her place in the world?