My Last Summer with Cass

In My Last Summer with Cass (2021–present, Little, Brown), a single-issue graphic novel captures a bittersweet summer of friendship and change, as two childhood friends navigate their final season together before one moves away. Created by author/illustrator Mark Crilley, this heartfelt story explores the bittersweet transition from adolescence to adulthood through the lens of art and shared memories. Its intimate, slice-of-life approach and emotional resonance make it a standout in contemporary middle-grade graphic fiction.