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Here's the Cybils 2010 finalists:

http://www.cybils.com/2011/01/2010-finalists.html

I loved being a panelist for the graphic novels category. I thank all the publishers, authors, and publicists who sent me copies of the nominated books. Afterwards I donate the books to my local library. Ericka, the MG librarian, LOVES you guys!!!! She's been so sweet and puts bookplates in each book with 'donated by the Cybils'. Also she loves the Cybils bookmarkers. So after the contest other tweens and teens enjoy the books.

Thanks again!

Here's the finalists in graphic novels:

YA:

Graphic Novels (Young Adult)

Ghostopolis
by Doug Tennapel
GRAPHIX Cs Struggling to fit in with her new life while living with her mom Relatives works hard to support Their family long distance. Parallel to Tara's story of her ancestor That is Josey, Who has fallen in love with a gold dowser Wealth That You Promised to Josey's family in 1859. As the story progress, the two plots weave and meld together, playing off Often occurrences and dialogue in Both time periods. With a flowing art style and a touch of magic realism, Mercury is a beautiful exploration of past meeting present. - Alyssa


Vol. 1 Night Owls by Peter Timony

Zuda
Nominated by: Jenny Schwartzberg

A gargoyle, a flapper-turned-gumshoe, and a sunlight-Challenged professor (who's * not * a vampire?) Supernature unite to form al detective agency in the delightful Night Owls by the Timony Twins. Fresh humor, quirky characters and a well-drawn retro-1920's setting offer a lot to readers of traditional mystery comics and a wider audience. You can enjoy the Night Owls' escapades in chunks, the way you might in the funnies page, or devour it at one sitting to discover the big picture intrigue. We can't wait to read volume two! --Liz Jones


Twin Spica, Volume: 01
by Kou Yaginuma
Vertical
Nominated by: Claire Moore

Set in 2024, 13-year-old Asumi wants to be an astronaut and takes the exams to enter space training school. Her mother died shortly after she was born when a rocket crashed into the city. This rocket was named The Lion, which becomes a theme cBean Walker by Aaron Renier


First Second Books Nominated by: Jess Pugh

Walker Bean's grandfather begs His grandson to return to mysterious talking skull sister to be monsters and end the curse That has Plagued him for years. Walker, a pudgy boy who'd Rather Than read adventure and cries at the drop of a hat, isn't at all sure I CAN live up to His grandfather's expectations. Walker is alternately Help and Hindered by pirates, merchants and witches as have historical blunders and invents way to an unsinkable conclusion. Renier's illustrations Are rich and full of detail, and the plot is creative with plenty of unexpected twists. Perfect for fans of steampunk, Tintin and Lord of the Rings, this epic voyage is just about you Something for Every reader. - Maggi