Evil-ish

A disillusioned teen dreams of fame and villainy in this hilarious and heartfelt young adult fantasy graphic novel from debut author/illustrator Kennedy Tarrell.

Hawthorne Vandercast has big plans: join the infamous Brigade of Shade, move into a glamorous castle, and leave their mundane life as a potion barista behind. But when they finally get the chance to join the Brigade, Hawthorne finds themself overshadowed by Maple, a bubbly, bright, flowery girl who could not look further from evil. After an accident ends in death and suddenly Hawthorne is leading the Brigade, they begin to realize that maybe villainy isn't actually all it's cracked up to be.

Evil-ish spins the classic tropes of good and evil on their heads in a hilarious and tender story about a teenager who feels bigger than their job, their town, and their circumstances...and finds out that what they thought they wanted might not be what they actually need.

Praise for Evil-ish:

★ "A diverting and inventive graphic novel that explores what it means to find your place in the world while being your authentic self . . . a delightful, warm story about surprising friendships and dreams coming true in unexpected ways." —Shelf Awareness, starred review

"Zippy . . . alchemizes aimless teen energy from half-hearted, evil-ish deeds into purposeful community action." —Publishers Weekly

"Fast-paced . . . compelling . . . A dynamic, funny read for emo days." —Kirkus