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The Fifth Quarter: Hard Court
First Second · 2022 · 1 issue
About the series
In The Fifth Quarter: Hard Court, writer and artist Mike Lawrence brings his acclaimed middle-grade graphic novel series to the basketball court. Published by First Second, this 2022 one-shot follows a young team navigating the pressures of competitive play and the bonds of friendship. Lawrence’s energetic, expressive art and authentic dialogue capture the heart of the game, making this a standout entry in the growing world of sports comics for young readers.