Sheets | 
I loved this YA graphic novel about Wendell, a ghost who escapes from Land of the Ghosts into the human world & winds up in the laundromat being run by young Marjorie after her mother's passing. The artwork in it was great & there were some surprisingly strong emotionally impactful moments throughout as it tackled themes of grief, identity, loneliness & belonging. Will def. be reading the follow-up!
so-soThis story was really cute, but there was just something about it that didn't make it perfect to me. Maybe it was the art...I didn't care for the style, except for the ghosts. The ghosts were done well and turned out really adorable. I'll probably continue and read the next book.
pick4/5 ⭐️ Cute graphic novel with ghosts in a family laundromat 👻 #scarathlon #BatBrigade
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Sweet concept and characters but waaaay over the top; the ludicrousness of the villainy and the abject misery of the reality don't sit together comfortably.
My second #Scarathlon book.
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pickSuch a lovely story with a big heart. Think Mean girls + Casper = Sheets
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pickA fantastic book! Funny and heartfelt and sad.
This book reminds me of the term tragic optimism. Originally coined by a holocaust survivor, it refers to the way those experiencing traumatic loss can find deeper meaning and purpose amidst the broken pieces. The opposite of toxic positivity, it admits the hardships and grief we all inevitably face.
This book has some of that. It‘s also funny and very cute. (Meme image shared for levity.)
so-soI‘ve been hearing about this forever so finally gave it a read. It‘s sad, and someone in town should say something about a 13 year old running a laundry by herself - and maybe check in on the depressed dad? Kudos to the gym teacher for at least asking if she‘d like to talk. Overall, it‘s okay. I‘ll read the next too though as I brought that home too 😎 #ISpyBingo: pastel cover @Clwojick
pickI loved this graphic novel and read it in one sitting. #graphicnovel ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ #Hoopla
The sequel is available on Hoopla as well, but I haven‘t read that one yet.
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Marjorie is a thirteen-year-old with too much responsibility in the aftermath of her mother‘s death. A ghost, Wendell, helps her keep things together and is a much-needed friend. Really enjoyed this graphic novel. The follow-up, Delicates, is also good.
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pickI finished Sheets tonight and it was a very cute read! The artwork was great.
Here is an update for my #bookspinbingo as well ❤
so-soThis was just okay. I was expecting more from it. I didn't find the characters that lovable. The dad especially annoyed me. I thought the ending was cute though.
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pickI read this poignant graphic novel in the fog yesterday on my way to work. It‘s a good read, and the color scheme fit the story perfectly. #BookSpinBingo @TheAromaofBooks #WickedAThon @StayCurious #SpookiweenReadathon @TheSpineView #Scarathlon2021 @Clwojick #TeamSlaughter
pickThis was so so cute!
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I keep seeing this at the store and had heard great things. I thought about picking it up (but I am gonna get my flooring done mid-next month and I really don't need to purchase more and more books !!!
Anyway, I found it on Libby :) So, this will be my before homework/after homework pallet cleanser!
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pickThis is one of the cutest graphic novels I have read due to the illustrations and cute things the ghosts do. The basic lesson in the story is about friends. I mostly love the cute little ghost details and the fact that they just wander around in their sheet. They even had ghost police when Wendell got in trouble. I do have to say the author did such a great job in making one of the creepiest character with Mr Saubertuck
pickThis was beautiful and sad but I would also like to slap the dad and file a police report on Nigel… what a creep!
I really liked the colour palette in this - it really amplified how Marjorie was feeling - grief, depression, overwhelmed but it‘s also really pretty - so there is also hope…
so-soCute middle grade fantasy graphic novel. Vibrant art style. Quick-paced plot told in broad strokes. There are some issues with transition between the two converging storylines, but it is completed in a way that will pass with the intended audience. It is cute and entertaining, but does not have a higher complexity to it that would indicate it needing the higher reading levels. Perfect for the lower middle grade audience.
pickI‘ve been wanting to read this for awhile. The cover is so cute. Marjorie is running the family laundromat because her Dad is paralyzed with grief. There‘s a villain and a cute 11-year old ghost. And it obviously takes place in a little Western PA town between Pittsburgh and Erie - which is where I live! I will have to be on the lookout for stray sheets! 👻 Book 2 coming up - Delicates #100YEARS100BOOKS #SERIES2021 #WinterRespite
pickVery cute graphic novel with just enough paranormal thrown in to keep it a little interesting
My results for #24b4Monday. I only managed around 8 hours, and that was thanks to the fact that I recently realized that I can listen to an audiobook while pumping or feeding the baby! All in all, I suppose not a bad showing, considering I have an 8 week old...
Borrowed Splendid from the library on audio via Libby, and Sheets digitally from the library via hoopla! Like I dont have enough of my own books 🤦
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pickAfter the loss of her mother, Majorie‘s father shuts down and she tries to manage the household and the family‘s laundromat on her own. Wendell is a ghost in a sheet and he accidentally creates problems for Marjorie at first. I love the color palette used in this graphic novel. The story is sad at first so the colors really suit it. I did think the villain was a little cheesy, but overall enjoyed this one. #screamathon
pickA pick- for this MG graphic novel. Marjorie‘s story, trying to cope with the death of her mother and her father‘s depression, was great. Wendell‘s story, as a new ghost not fitting in and escaping to the human world, could have used more depth. The villain was hard to swallow, thus the minus. Still a good (if not great) and quick read.
“Oh Sheet!”
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pickThis graphic novel had super cute illustrations for a book about ghosts. 👻 ❤️ So points:
2 for theme book, 1 for participation post.
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Decided to start one of my graphic novels with breakfast...1 page in and already so relatable. Though I definitely hate laundry way more than ghosts 👻
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pickI liked the ghost world art more than the living world art but overall I liked the story and recommend it for October.
pickI realize that I forgot to post this one! To be quite honest, I loved this graphic novel. From the aesthetic and feel of the book to the story of loss, confidence, and triumph, I can't express in words just how much I loved it. I would even venture to say this might be on book that I would be willing to re-read again and again.
pickIt was a good book. The illustrations were okay but what notched it up to a 3 was the Wendell and the ghosts. I absolutely loved all of them and their story more than the mopey sad girl one. I mean 95% of the book she is sad, mopey and not happy. Sigh. Ending was great, made up for the beginning of the book.
3 stars
pickA cute, heartfelt graphic novel that made me sentimental about both laundry and ghosts. Love how the ghost world is envisioned in this and loved the exploration of grief and friendship with a supernatural twist.
