Sea Legs: A Graphic Novel (Sea Legs #1) [Paperback]

Janey's family is about to set sail for the adventure of a lifetime! The only problem? Janey must leave her school, her life, her best friend, the entirecountrybehind for new adventures  coral reefs, colorful markets, and new cultures. Life at sea is exhilarating, but theres a major downside: when youre raising anchor every few days with sights on a new harbor, its almost impossible to make new friends.

Finally, Janey meets the cool and aloof Astrid  a fellow boat kid whos equally starved for friendship. But Astrid can be a challenging friend to navigate, and beyond that, hurricane season has only just begun . . . .

At turns laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartbreakingly poignant, this stunning middle grade graphic memoir charts both the turbulence and joys of growing up.

Praise forSea Legs:

A Best Graphic Novel for Children, American Library Association

AKirkusBest Middle Grade Book of 2025

Visually stunning with a boatload of heart.  Gabriela Epstein,New York Timesbestselling author

A sparkling, unforgettable journey that deftly navigates the thrills and complexities of friendship.  Gale Galligan,New York Timesbestselling author

* Inspired by the author's childhood at sea, this grahic novel, by two lifelong friends, is a visually and emotionally vibrant must-read. Booklist, starred review

* Filled with lively, touching, suspenseful vignettes . . . Authentic and engaging. Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* This captivating story about stormy friendships and life at sea is a must-have. School Library Journal, starred review

* Smith gives each character a dazzling range of visible emotion through eló˜