Frizzy by Claribel Ortega

Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega

Genre: Middle Grade Graphic Novel • Family & Identity
Age: 8–12 years

Shelf Talker:
Marlene hates going to the salon every Sunday to have her curly hair straightened—especially when her mother insists that long, straight hair is the way to look “presentable.” With the help of her cool cousin, Camila, Marlene begins to embrace her natural curls and discover that beauty means being comfortable and confident in your own skin. A warm, funny, and beautifully illustrated story about self-acceptance, family, culture, and learning to love your natural hair.