Black Dolls Vol. 1: A YA graphic novel about figuring out your identity in a world that tries to define you

by Rachel Faturoti

Flo Woolley (Illustrator)

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For fans of heartfelt graphic novels like Heartstopper and the kick-ass rock of We Are Lady Parts. Four Black teenagers take on the music industry to smash its exclusionist rules! SLAY.

Jada has always dreamed of tearing up the outdated rulebook of the music industry. When Clash of the Bands is announced, she grabs the chance to create Black Dolls:
Influencer Sassy on lead vocals
Silvee, shy but a killer bassist
Dana, guitarist and ex-child star with insider knowledge on the industry
And Jada, rhythm legend on drums and vocals

But with competing leads and rivalries, band life is continual drama. The Black Dolls battle overbearing families, identity questions, paternity tests, and media exploitation as they try to keep their dreams alive.

Can Black Dolls overcome their differences and take over the music industry? Or will they crash and burn before they skyrocket . . .

  • ISBN10 1510113088
  • ISBN13 9781510113084
  • Publish Date 17 July 2025
  • Publish Status Forthcoming
  • Publish Country GB
  • Publisher Hachette Children's Group
  • Imprint Orion Children's Books
  • Format Paperback (UK Trade)
  • Pages 240
  • Language English