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Who Was Raised to Be the Queen of France?: Marie Antoinette

A Who HQ Graphic Novel

Illustrated by Robin Richardson
Hardcover (Paper-over-Board, no jacket)
5.63"W x 7.94"H x 0.45"D   | 8 oz | 48 per carton
On sale Dec 03, 2024 | 64 Pages | 9780593385548
Age 8-12 years
Reading Level: Lexile GN880L | Fountas & Pinnell U
FOC Nov 4, 2024 | Catalog October 2024
Follow young Marie Antoinette in her journey to become fit for the French throne in this lush and evocative graphic novel from Pandora’s Legacy author Bones Leopard and up-and-coming illustrator Robin Richardson.

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series!

Discover how Marie Antoinette navigated the pressures and obstacles that came with preparing to marry the future king of France, Louis XVI. A story of political maneuvering, royal expectations, and determined resolve, this graphic novel immerses readers in the lesser-known teenage years of France’s most infamous queen—brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations.
Bones Leopard (they/them) is a twin and nonbinary writer and artist who currently resides in Massachusetts. Their projects include illustrating Clean Up from CCP Comics, their twice-successful Kickstarter project [Super]Natural Attraction, and their webcomic Mr. Hare & Mr. Bear. In 2018, they successfully funded the Kickstarter Pandora’s Book of Monsters, which led to writing Pandora’s Legacy for BOOM! Studios. In 2021, they worked with BOOM! Studios again on Save Yourself! Visit them online at www.bonesleopard.com.

Robin Richardson (they/them) is a biracial and queer illustrator from Malaysia. They freelance full-time as a graphic novelist and illustrator based in the sunny city of Kuala Lumpur. During their free time, they enjoy being a variety streamer on Twitch and doing projects that raise awareness for mental illness and LGBTQ+ issues. Visit them online at www.robinillo.com.
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About

Follow young Marie Antoinette in her journey to become fit for the French throne in this lush and evocative graphic novel from Pandora’s Legacy author Bones Leopard and up-and-coming illustrator Robin Richardson.

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series!

Discover how Marie Antoinette navigated the pressures and obstacles that came with preparing to marry the future king of France, Louis XVI. A story of political maneuvering, royal expectations, and determined resolve, this graphic novel immerses readers in the lesser-known teenage years of France’s most infamous queen—brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations.

Creators

Bones Leopard (they/them) is a twin and nonbinary writer and artist who currently resides in Massachusetts. Their projects include illustrating Clean Up from CCP Comics, their twice-successful Kickstarter project [Super]Natural Attraction, and their webcomic Mr. Hare & Mr. Bear. In 2018, they successfully funded the Kickstarter Pandora’s Book of Monsters, which led to writing Pandora’s Legacy for BOOM! Studios. In 2021, they worked with BOOM! Studios again on Save Yourself! Visit them online at www.bonesleopard.com.

Robin Richardson (they/them) is a biracial and queer illustrator from Malaysia. They freelance full-time as a graphic novelist and illustrator based in the sunny city of Kuala Lumpur. During their free time, they enjoy being a variety streamer on Twitch and doing projects that raise awareness for mental illness and LGBTQ+ issues. Visit them online at www.robinillo.com.

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