Emiko Superstar (A Minx Title)

This title introduces "Minx" - a new line of graphic novels for young adults!Emi, a 16-year-old babysitter, is desperate to break out of the suburbs and become part of Toronto's vibrant art scene. When she takes the stage, "borrowing" passages from her boss' diary for her performance, she becomes Emiko Superstar: an instant success with the art crowd...and a keeper of secrets that could ruin both her and her boss' lives.Can Emi keep up her double life or will the pressure drive her to social suicide?Acclaimed novelist, journalist and performance artist Mariko Tamaki ("Cover Me") and super-cool artist Steve Rolston (Pounded, Queen and Country) present a witty, wise look at one girl's struggle for acceptance!