Dragon’s Breath and Other True Stories

by MariNaomi

Eisner Award Nominee for Best Reality-Based Work. Nine “Best of the Year” lists.

In this collection of raw, emotionally honest stories, MariNaomi explores a wide range of topics including youthful rebellion, mortality, disillusionment, and compassion. Many of these stories were first serialized on the popular site the Rumpus. These poignant stories, some filled with hope, others tinged with remorse, are sure to appeal to even the most discerning reader.

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“The simplicity of the art only magnifies the universality of the stories… It’s no surprise Dragon’s Breath was nominated for a 2015 Eisner.” – The A. V. Club

“Award-winning author MariNaomi (Kiss and Tell) returns with this charming and intimate collection of vignettes and meatier personal histories…The book is utterly absorbing, funny, intimate, and even philosophical.” – Publishers Weekly Critics Poll selection

“The art sparkles, combining bold, clean lines with wonderfully expressive faces. Add in a great ear for dialog, and the result is a winning collection that brings the reader genuine laughs and a powerful emotional punch. MariNaomi is definitely a name to watch in the years to come.” – Library Journal