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A Slug Story

By (author) Mandi Kujawa & Hana Kujawa
Illustrated by St. Aubin Claude
Categories: Children’s / Teenage fiction: General fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Disability, impairments and special needs, Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics
Publisher: Renegade Arts Entertainment
Paperback : 9781988903767, 72 pages, September 2020
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Description

Marcus is an enthusiastic boy, but when ridiculed at school, he begins to feel that his best efforts are second-rate. His confidence already low, Marcus suffers a serious, virus-induced, brain injury. While in the hospital, and with the help of fellow patient Emily, Marcus learns to embrace the reality of who he is.

Awards

  • Winner, Doug Wright 'Egghead' Award For Best Kid's Book 2021

Reviews

"A powerful and honest story that goes to places other, more sanitized narratives, do not. It is an important book." - Mike Donachie, Toronto Star

"A warm, endearing story, skillfully tackling serious themes while also telling a lighthearted tale about a boy and his love for slugs. The hospital can be a scary place for a young person, A Slug Story will resonate with those who are or have been in a similar situation, and help process their experiences." - Stephanie Cooke, Oh My Gods & ParaNorthern

"A Slug Story is a touching novel about coping with a serious illness... The illustrations are vibrant and evocative. They complement the narrative and help readers imagine the "angel wings" that Marcus and Emily see as they try to deal with serious brain dysfunction. An uplifting graphic novel about a young man who struggles to fit in with his peers. Concepts of friendship, courage, and kindness are highlighted because, "Kindness is actual magic." 5/5 stars." - Myra Junyk, Canadian Materials