Our Graphic Novel Preview series invites readers to look inside new graphic novels! This month, we’re highlighting Hand-Me-Down, written and illustrated by Damian Alexander. Hand-Me-Down is a moving graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations. On sale on July 28th, 2026!
About The Book
Damian’s mother died when he was a baby, and he has lived with his grandma ever since. Now, all he has left of his mother are old photos and the stories Nanny shares with him. Nanny has a lot of stories, some about his mom and some about her own childhood growing up in foster care.
When Damian feels lonely, he imagines what life was like when his mother and grandmother were middle schoolers like him. Through memories, stories, and daydreams, he feels closer to the mother he lost and begins to see the mother he found.
Finally, your sneak peek!
