
Member Reviews

Samuel Sattin's middle grade graphic novel Buzzing follows Isaac, a middle schooler with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. He particularly struggles with repetitive, obsessive, and negative thoughts. These thoughts are represented by illustrator Rye Hickman as bees buzzing around his head, communicating his doubts and worries. Things improve when he develops a new circle of friends with a common interest in a Dungeons and Dragons-esque game called Swamps & Sorcery. Buzzing is a compelling take on OCD in young people, but may be a tough sell for students who do not share the friends' interest in role playing games. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoyed Living with Viola by Rosena Fung.