But what about books starring other kinds of kids? The ones who are maybe heroes in waiting. And what if this ‘hero’ isn’t picked on? What if the hero just goes…unnoticed?
-- Emmie (N/A)

Importance: This quote is important because it sets out a mission for the graphic novel, which aims to portray a different sort of hero. Instead of being ostracized and bullied, Emmie simply sees herself as unremarkable and invisible, and her story is one about finding herself.

When I’m by myself, my favorite thing to do is draw. I like it better than watching TV.
-- Emmie (N/A)

Importance: This quote is important because it shows how crucial art is to Emmie's life. She uses it to cope with all the stress in her life, and without it she would be unable to come to terms with herself.

(Okay…maybe I’m a little lucky.)
-- Katie (N/A)

Importance: This quote is important because it shows...