Skim
School year: Lower 6th, Upper 6th, Year 10, Year 11, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 140
Published: 2008
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"Skim" by Mariko Tamaki follows the story of a half-Japanese, half-Canadian high school girl named Kimberly Keiko Cameron, who prefers the company of her goth friends over fitting into any societal mold. As Skim navigates the complexities of adolescent life, including friendship, love, and identity, she finds herself drawn to the mysterious world of a new girl at school. The graphic novel captures the trials of growing up, dealing with heartbreak, and the quest for self-acceptance, all infused with humor and a touch of melancholy, illustrated with evocative imagery that complements Skim's introspective journey. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 140 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2008 by Groundwood Books Ltd , Canada .
Mariko Tamaki is a Canadian writer. Her works include the graphic novels This One Summer and Skim, both with Jillian Tamaki, and Emiko Superstar , with Steve Rolston. Her first YA novel (You) Set Me on Fire was published by Penguin Canada. She lives in Oakland, California.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Cybils Award - Graphic Novel - YA
This book was recognised in the Graphic Novel - YA category by the Cybils Award. The Cybils Awards is a group of readers passionate about seeking out and recognizing books that represent diversity, inclusion, and appropriate representation for children and teens. To accomplish that goal, the Cybils Awards works to recognize books written for children and young adults that combine both the highest literary merit and popular appeal.
Governor General's Literary Award
This book was recognised by the Governor General's Literary Award.
Young Adult Canadian Book Award - YA
This book was recognised in the YA category by the Young Adult Canadian Book Award.
Libris Award
This book was recognised by the Libris Award.