Families who loved Maybe An Artist: A Graphic Memoir by Liz Montague often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teen feels discouraged by academic standards or feels that their brain simply works differently than their peers. Liz Montague offers a refreshing and honest look at growing up with dyslexia, showing how she pivoted from the frustration of traditional schoolwork to the expressive freedom of visual storytelling. It is an excellent choice for navigating the transition from middle to high school, especially for students who struggle with self-confidence. Through her journey to becoming a New Yorker cartoonist, Montague validates the experience of feeling like an outsider and proves that creativity can be a powerful bridge to communication and success. It is a realistic, secular, and deeply encouraging memoir for any young person searching for their own path.
