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"Praise for Punk Rock Karaoke: * ""An electrifying tale of passion and the pursuit of punk dreams in this graphic novel debut. . .Utilizing a gripping narrative, relatable situations, and evocative artwork with an aesthetic that oozes with late-1970s zine flair, Xunise imbues this comic with a fervent exuberance that embodies the ethos of punk: being real and true to oneself, building community around unfettered self-expression, and creating lasting art that doesn’t subscribe to the mainstream."" --Publishers Weekly, starred review * ""The phenomenal art shows off the edgy and colorful tableau of the South Side Chicago punk scene, bringingreality and authenticity to the setting, and showcasing the author’s experience . . . this glimpse into a world of music and friendship will resonate with many readers."" --School Library Journal, starred review ""A vibrant, inclusive, feminist, punk-rock homage, guide, and coming-of-age story."" --Kirkus Reviews ""Incredibly grounded in its neighborhood and scene, this is a great ride from start to finish."" --Booklist"

"Praise for Punk Rock Karaoke: * ""An electrifying tale of passion and the pursuit of punk dreams in this graphic novel debut. . .Utilizing a gripping narrative, relatable situations, and evocative artwork with an aesthetic that oozes with late-1970s zine flair, Xunise imbues this comic with a fervent exuberance that embodies the ethos of punk: being real and true to oneself, building community around unfettered self-expression, and creating lasting art that doesn’t subscribe to the mainstream."" --Publishers Weekly, starred review ""A vibrant, inclusive, feminist, punk-rock homage, guide, and coming-of-age story."" --Kirkus Reviews ""Incredibly grounded in its neighborhood and scene, this is a great ride from start to finish."" --Booklist"

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Bianca Xunise is a cartoonist based out of Chicago, Illinois. Their work primarily focuses on the plight, joy, and daily struggles of misfits within the black community. In 2017 Xunise earned an Ignatz for Promising New Talent for their comic Say Her Name, an autobiographical story of police brutality and social justice. In 2020 Xunise earned their second Ignatz for their contribution to Be Gay, Do Comics published by IDW. Xunise has collaborated with Vogue, The Washington Post, The Nib, and Believer Magazine. They are also a contributor to the book How We Fight Supremacy: A Field Guide to Black Resistance along with Ta-Nehisi Coates, Tarana Burk, and Harry Belafonte. Bianca became the first nationally syndicated non-binary cartoonist when they joined the comic strip Six Chix in 2020 as their first black creator.

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