Newbery Honor 2015
This is the first autobiographical graphic novel that I've ever read, and it was SO good. Graphic novels aren't usually my favorite genre, but this one is exceptional. Cece Bell was born able to hear, but a brief illness at the age of 4 left her "severely to profoundly" deaf. This book tells about her very personal experiences and feelings during the years of her childhood. I've also discovered that Cece is the author of several picture books. Watch for those to arrive in the libary soon! Don't miss the note from the author at the end of El Deafo.
