When a Tiger Flies

Description: A searing graphic novel about a teen's first love in college, the toxic relationship she becomes trapped in, and the intergenerational strength that gives her the courage to break free, from acclaimed author Susie Yi, creator of Cat & Cat and A Sky of Paper Stars.

Brief description: Susie Yi is a Korean-American author-illustrator. She debuted her children's graphic novel career with the series Cat & Cat Adventures, published by HarperAlley, based on her beloved webcomic Cat & Cat Comics. She currently lives in sunny southern California with her two cats Mickey and Minnie.

Review Quotes:

"A beautifully illustrated and raw story, this book is one every young adult leaving the nest for the first time can benefit from reading. It's a powerful reminder that love in all its different forms can heal us, strengthen us, and make us whole." --Robin Ha, award-winning creator of Almost American Girl and The Fox Maidens

"When A Tiger Flies is a beautifully vulnerable, honest, and courageous testament to the strength one has within themselves, and the compassion we can have towards ourselves. Through stunning illustrations, Susie Yi has created a gorgeous book that celebrates resilience and growth in a way that reminds us all that we are not alone, and that we can indeed ROAR." --Ruth Chan, award-winning creator of Uprooted

"A foreboding account of the isolating relationships that sneak up on a teenager." --Deb JJ Lee, award-winning creator of In Limbo

"Earnest, heartbreaking, riveting, and raw, Susie Yi's When a Tiger Flies tenderly portrays the vulnerability of relationships in early adulthood and the loneliness of the undergraduate experience. A touching read that will live in my mind for a long time!" --Julia Riew, New York Times bestselling co-author of The Last Tiger

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"I can't rave enough about A Sky of Paper Stars. It is charming, heartfelt and a joy to read. It's a beautiful story about grief and belonging that all ages can relate to. This graphic novel is a triumph for so many Korean American kids feeling caught between two cultures. Every page touched my heart and left me wishing I could give this book to my younger self." --Michelle Mee Nutter, Eisner nominated, best-selling illustrator of Allergic

"Heartbreakingly beautiful! Such a simple, poignant story, brought to life in a fresh way by a talented storyteller and illustrator." --Abigail Hing Wen, New York Times best selling author of the Loveboat, Taipei series

"A heartfelt and magical journey about belonging and identity that will have you rooting for Yuna." --Remy Lai, award-winning author of Pie In the Sky

"A Sky of Paper Stars is a complex story of belonging that is beautifully told through charming illustrations and honest truth." --Victoria Ying, author-illustrator of Hungry Ghost

"This is a quiet and deeply moving story of intergenerational love and sacrifice... An affirming exploration of belonging and a testament to the power of family stories." --Kirkus, starred review