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Heartstopper Volume 1

The bestselling graphic novel, now on Netflix!
Series: Heartstopper
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Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman is a heartfelt graphic novel about two British teens, Charlie and Nick, who attend the same school. As their friendship blossoms, they navigate the complexities of developing feelings for each other while dealing with school life and personal challenges. This charming story beautifully captures the joys and struggles of young love and self-discovery.
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Format: Hardback
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Heartstopper Volume 1

Now in a gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic THE DREAM, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. Heartstopper is the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*

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Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman is a captivating graphic novel that explores the burgeoning relationship between two teenage boys, Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson, who attend the same British all-boys grammar school. When they are seated next to each other in class, an unexpected friendship begins to blossom. Charlie, an openly gay and highly-strung overthinker, cannot help but develop feelings for the affable, rugby-loving Nick, despite believing he doesn't have a chance.

What unfolds is a heartwarming and authentic exploration of friendship, love, and self-discovery as both boys navigate their emotions and the complexities of adolescent life. Nick, who has always assumed himself to be straight, begins to question his own identity as he grows closer to Charlie. The story beautifully captures the small, seemingly insignificant moments that contribute to the grand tapestry of human connection.

Now in a gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic THE DREAM, beautiful endpapers, and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. Heartstopper is the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!

'Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.' - Rainbow Rowell, author of Carry On

Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, has deftly woven a narrative that addresses themes of love, friendship, loyalty, and mental health. Through the tender and genuine depiction of Nick and Charlie's relationship, Oseman highlights the universal experience of finding one's place in the world and the courage it takes to be true to oneself.

'The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.' - Gay Times

This special-edition hardback contains an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic, THE DREAM, in black and white; beautiful endpapers, and an exquisite foiled cover.

Collect all four Heartstopper hardbacks!

  • Volume 1 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic THE DREAM
  • Volume 2 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic FLOWER SHOP
  • Volume 3 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic THE HAIR CUT
  • Volume 4 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic A VERY SPECIAL DAY

Heartstopper Volume 1 was Children's #2 bestseller in the TCM chart on 15 August 2023.

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Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman has been praised for changing the face of YA fiction and capturing the essence of first love. Described as charming and heart-warming, it is a same-sex romance that many wish they had during high school, offering an involving and adorable narrative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444968934

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 490g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Alice Oseman is an award-winning author, illustrator, and screenwriter. Alice is the creator of LGBTQ+ YA romance comic HEARTSTOPPER, and the writer, creator, and executive producer for the Emmy Award-winning television adaptation for Netflix, produced by See-Saw. Alice has written every episode and been involved at every stage, from casting to music. Alice is the author of several YA contemporary novels about teenage disasters: SOLITAIRE (published when she was 19), RADIO SILENCE, I WAS BORN FOR THIS, and LOVELESS (a New York Times bestseller). Alice's books have won, been shortlisted or nominated for a number of awards, including the YA Book Prize, the Inky Awards, the Carnegie Medal, and the Goodreads Choice Awards. Alice was named the Attitude Person of the Year 2023, and The British Book Awards Illustrator of the Year.

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