Staff Picks (September): The Tea Dragon Society

Nothing is more relaxing than enjoying a cup of tea — except being able to enjoy that cup of tea while cuddling up with an adorable dragon. Princess Princess Ever After creator Katie O’Neill brings her cute art style back to comics in her latest graphic novel from Oni Press, The Tea Dragon Society. Following the main character Greta, readers explore the world of traditional crafts as she attempts to master her family’s business of blacksmithing while learning the practice of raising tea dragons.

The Tea Dragon Society is a beautifully illustrated story of friendship that explores the idea of creating a family based on the bonds you make with the people you meet. The magic of the tea created from the leaves of a tea dragon is unique in its ability to help you bond with the people and the dragons you share the beverage with, further emphasizing the idea of valid relationships outside of the nuclear family. Following the success of her previous graphic novel, O’Neill once again brings to life a compelling and magical story with a cast readers can’t help but fall in love with.

—Ashley Kronsberg

Publisher: Oni Press
Item Code: JUN171831
Release Date: 10/18/17
SRP: $17.99