Evil-ish
Evil-ish by Kennedy Tarrell is a young adult fantasy graphic novel published by Feiwel & Friends on July 22, 2025. This 208-page book follows the journey of Hawthorne Vandercast, a disillusioned teen who dreams of escaping their mundane life as a potion barista to join the notorious Brigade of Shade. As Hawthorne navigates their ambitions for fame and villainy, they encounter unexpected challenges that lead them to question the true nature of evil.
Readers will find a humorous and heartfelt exploration of coming-of-age themes as Hawthorne grapples with their aspirations and the realities of leadership. The narrative cleverly subverts traditional notions of good and evil, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to pursue one’s dreams. With elements of fantasy and LGBTQ representation, Evil-ish presents a relatable story for those seeking to understand their identity and place in the world.
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Get ready to dive into spooky season with Evil-ish! A disillusioned teen dreams of fame and villainy in this hilarious and heartfelt young adult fantasy graphic novel from debut author/illustrator Kennedy Tarrell.
Hawthorne Vandercast has big plans: join the infamous Brigade of Shade, move into a glamorous castle, and leave their mundane life as a potion barista behind. But when they finally get the chance to join the Brigade, Hawthorne finds themselves overshadowed by Maple, a bubbly, bright, flowery girl who could not look further from evil. After an accident ends in death, Hawthorne is suddenly tasked with leading the Brigade. They soon begin to realize that maybe villainy isn’t actually all it’s cracked up to be.
Evil-ish spins the classic tropes of good and evil on their heads in a hilarious and tender story about a teenager who feels bigger than their job, their town, and their circumstances . . . and finds out that what they thought they wanted might not be what they actually need.
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