Booked

Twelve-year-old Nick Hall is passionate about soccer but has a deep dislike for books. When his parents’ relationship strains, he finds himself juggling family tension, bullying at school, and a budding crush. Along the way, The Mac — a rapping school librarian — nudges Nick toward the power of words, helping him confront his inner turmoil. This graphic novel adaptation of Booked blends athletic energy, emotional stakes, and verse-style narration to spotlight how language, identity, and connection intersect in a young teen’s life.