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“An honest portrayal of adolescence… [Amini’s]raw honesty and generous doses of humor offer readers the chance to experience growth alongside Sara, even during an era of dial-up internet and landlines. The delightful artwork enhances the story in every way, adding humor and depth to each character’s emotions.”

—School Library Journal

“Amini and her lovable trilingual family are back in this sequel to her memoir Mixed Feelings (2026), which delves further into the deep, dark realm of puberty, responsibilities, and knowing when to do the right thing… A lesson on drawing boundaries, time management, and above all, being true to yourself.”

—Booklist

Mixed Signals: A Graphic Novel (Mixed Feelings #2)

Written by Sara Amini
Illustrated by Shadia Amini
Published by Graphix

Getting thrown for a loop!

What is the best part of seventh grade?

A: The cutest boy in school messages you on AIM.

B: You’ve made the volleyball team and nailed your drama club audition.

C: Your parents recognize how responsible you are and treat you like an adult.

D: SIKE! None of this turns out the way you expect it to!

Seventh grade started out strong, but now Sara is struggling… Because of her volleyball schedule, she may not be cast in the play. And due to her commitment to drama club, she could be benched during the big game. To make matters worse, her crush only seems to talk to her when he needs help in math class. And to top it off, her parents pick and choose when to treat her like a kid or a grown-up.

Sara’s finding herself caught in a strange in-between space. Is she an actress or an athlete? A crush or a calculator? An adolescent or an adult? With so many mixed signals, will Sara ever be able to find her place?

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Primary ISBN: 9781338797466
Publication Date: October 2026
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Graphic Memoir, Age 08 or older

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Setting: United States (Houston TX)

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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