Evil-Ish - by Kennedy Tarrell

About the Book

A disillusioned teen dreams of fame and villainy in this hilarious and heartfelt young adult fantasy graphic novel from debut author/illustrator Kennedy Tarrell.

Book Synopsis

A disillusioned teen dreams of fame and villainy in this hilarious and heartfelt young adult fantasy graphic novel from debut author/illustrator Kennedy Tarrell.

Hawthorne Vandercast has big plans: join the infamous Brigade of Shade, move into a glamorous castle, and leave their mundane life as a potion barista behind. But when they finally get the chance to join the Brigade, Hawthorne finds themselves overshadowed by Maple, a bubbly, bright, flowery girl who could not look further from evil. After an accident ends in death, Hawthorne is suddenly tasked with leading the Brigade. They soon begin to realize that maybe villainy isn't actually all it's cracked up to be.

Evil-ish spins the classic tropes of good and evil on their heads in a hilarious and tender story about a teenager who feels bigger than their job, their town, and their circumstances . . . and finds out that what they thought they wanted might not be what they actually need.

Review Quotes

Praise for Evil-ish:

★ "A diverting and inventive graphic novel that explores what it means to find your place in the world while being your authentic self . . . a delightful, warm story about surprising friendships and dreams coming true in unexpected ways." --Shelf Awareness, starred review

"Zippy . . . alchemizes aimless teen energy from half-hearted, evil-ish deeds into purposeful community action." --Publishers Weekly

"Fast-paced . . . compelling . . . A dynamic, funny read for emo days." --Kirkus

About the Author

Kennedy Tarrell (she/they) likes to write and illustrate dark comedies, overt therapy analogies, and general spooky stuff. Aside from that, they work as a story artist and animation writer, across studios such as Walt Disney Animation Studios, Netflix, Cartoon Network, DreamWorks, and Warner Bros. Aside from that, she spends her time with her dog, Lenny; manages way too many DnD groups; and sneaks coffees into libraries across Los Angeles.