The Girl Who Draws on Whales by Ariela Kristantina - ISBN: 9781506746951
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Art saves a world: siblings journey on whales in epic adventure.
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The Girl Who Draws on Whales

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    120 pages

  • Release Date

    23 June 2026

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Summary

From Ariela Kristantina, artist of the Eisner Award-nominated graphic novel Adora and the Distance, The Girl Who Draws on Whales is a testimony to the power of stories—their uncanny ability to entertain, educate, and, ultimately, unite us.

Reminiscent of stories like Moana, Princess Mononoke, The Never-Ending Story, Frozen, and Snow Angels, The Girl Who Draws on Whales is an epic YA graphic novel adventure about t…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781506746951
ISBN-10:1506746950
Author:Ariela Kristantina
Publisher:Dark Horse Comics,U.S.
Imprint:Dark Horse Comics,U.S.
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:120
Release Date:23 June 2026
Weight:369g
Dimensions:260mm x 170mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Praise for Adora and the Distance:“The story is magical, overflowing with warmth and whimsy. Adora carries this tale so beautifully. … Kristantina’s art has a life of its own. The gorgeous illustrations underscore Adora’s journey. They add to the richness and the emotion of it all.“—Nerdist“Kristantina’s (Mata Hari) cinematic illustrations, enlivened by rich colors and almost tangible textures, adeptly portray Adora’s ever-expanding worldview as she learns more about her traveling companions, the lands beyond her own city, and herself.“—Publishers Weekly

About The Author

Ariela Kristantina

Ariela Kristantina is an artist from Jakarta, Indonesia. Since her debut in 2014, she’s best known for her work on InSeXts, Mata Hari, Deep State, and The Logan Legacy. She has contributed covers and illustrations to a range of companies including Image, DC Comics, Top Cow, Vault, and more. Kristantina is the artist of the 2022 Eisner Award-nominated original graphic novel Adora and the Distance, which she co-created with Marc Bernardin. The Girl Who Draws on Whales is the first YA graphic novel she has written and drawn.

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