The Fire Never Goes Out: A Memoir in Pictures

by Noelle Stevenson

Noelle Stevenson (Illustrator) and ND Stevenson (Illustrator)

From ND Stevenson, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Nimona, comes a captivating, honest illustrated memoir that finds him turning an important corner in his creative journey—and inviting readers along for the ride.

In a collection of essays and personal mini-comics that span eight years of his young adult life, author-illustrator ND Stevenson charts the highs and lows of being a creative human in the world.

Whether it’s hearing the wrong name called at his art school graduation ceremony or becoming a National Book Award finalist for his debut graphic novel, Nimona, ND captures the little and big moments that make up a real life, with a wit, wisdom, and vulnerability that are all his own.

Named one of Bank Street College of Education's Best Children’s Books of the Year!

• ISBN10: 0062278274
• ISBN13: 9780062278272
• Publish Date: 2 April 2020
• Publish Status: Active
• Out of Print: 26 February 2024
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
• Imprint: Quill Tree Books
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 208
• Language: English

Reviews

[mrs_mander_reads]

I loved Stevenson's work prior to this, but reading her story is powerful. Definitely a must-read for anyone struggling with their gender identity or mental illness.

[wcs53]

This was a pretty good memoir/graphic novel by Noelle Stevenson, author of ‘Nimona’. It was a very different kind of memoir, highlighting a nine-year formative time in her life. It was a refreshing approach and I appreciated the way that the author didn’t shy away from some of the more difficult situations she faced during those years. I should probably check out more of her work now.