Part of Big Nate Novels
First published 2012
Nate Wright sits in detention again, sketching cartoons while Mrs. Godfrey drones about his latest infraction. The eleven year old sixth grader holds his school's detention record and shows no signs of relinquishing the title. Armed with his trusty No. 2 pencil, Nate sees himself as a misunderstood genius destined for greatness as a professional cartoonist. Every school day brings fresh conflicts with strict teachers, inedible lunch offerings, and the suffocating rules that govern middle school life. Nate refuses to conform to expectations that would dim his creative spark. He maintains unwavering confidence in his abilities despite constant setbacks. This collection captures over two years of Sunday strips in full color, marking the first time Big Nate adventures appear in vibrant hues. The spunky protagonist navigates the daily chaos of sixth grade while nurturing big dreams that extend far beyond the classroom walls.
Genres: humor, coming-of-age, school-stories, childrens, comics, comic-strips
Vibes: humorous, irreverent, lighthearted, relatable, whimsical
Tropes: artistic-passion, misunderstood-protagonist, school-chaos
Setting: school, classroom, detention
Period: 21st-century, contemporary
144 pages · Kindle Edition · Andrews McMeel Publishing