The Scarlet Ship: An Original Graphic Novel

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Twelve-year-old Malo and his grandmother board the Scarlet Shipin thisbeautifully illustrated, full-color graphic novel for young readers. A super fun, high-stakes pirate adventure with the heartfelt themes of identity, courage, and the power of art!

Join Malo, a spirited young artist, on an exhilarating journeyas he strives to match the incredible talents of his famous Grandma Zita.For fans of Disney'sEncanto, Jennifer Muro's Primer: A Superhero Graphic Novel,Hayao Miyazaki'sSpirited Away, and those who are eager to chase their dreams in the face of doubt.

When Malo and his grandmother board a mysterious, floating vessel calledthe Scarlet Ship, they're not quite sure what to expect. After all, the ships crew are no ordinary pirates; theyspecialize in art . . . piracy!

At the helm of the shipis the fearsome Captain Magenta, a ruthless man with a singular goal: to wipe out artistic expression from the world forever.

Armedwith brushes, paints, and unwavering courage, Malo and his new friend Cyane must stand against Captain Magentas tyranny, save Grandma Zita from certain doom,and demonstrate that art possesses the power to inspire, unite, and stand up against oppression.

Brought to life with vibrant, expressive illustrations by renowned French comic artist Lo Verrier,The Scarlet Shipbrims with heart, humor, and high-flying adventure. This graphic novelinvitesreaders of all ages to uncover the magic of creativity and the importance of discovering theirown artistic voice.

Author Bio

Lo Verrier is a director of animated films and a comic book author. His first short film, Dripped, won over 35 awards at festivals (including being a finalist at the Oscars in 2013 and the Tokyo Anime Awards). He went on to direct The Seven Red Hoods and Decibels, co-produced by Arte and Canal+. He also works on series and film projects in New Zealand, France, and Japan. His inspirations range from Hayao Miyazaki to Italo Calvino, with influences from David Lynch and Nicolas de Crcy. Lo Verrier enjoys bringing to life characters with mysterious motives in worlds where the fantastic is always just around the corner. He lives in Paris, France.

Claire Grimond graduated from ENSAD (specializing in illustration) in 2005 and initially pursued a career in the visual arts. In 2007, she was awarded the prestigious Georges Coulon Prize for her sculptures. Alongside her work as a sculptor, she has continued to develop her skills in screenwriting, particularly for animated media. Specializing in transmedia development for animation, she notably designed and scripted the interactive visitor tours for the Lascaux IV site. She lives in Paris, France.

RebeccaPottersis a writer and editor from Glen Ridge, New Jersey and currently resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rebeccaearned her degree in English, communications, and film theory fromMcGillUniversity. She has a background in the health and wellness space, and has penned four children's books.