


Set in a fantasy world, SQUIRE is an apt allegory for many real-worldĬonflicts in occupied or colonized regions. The group of youths must navigate prejudice,Ĭorruption, and propaganda that is adult in its complexity. She meets more teens from other regions, forging some friendships and Novel tells the story of Aiza who leaves her home to pursue her dreamĪnd become a squire in the Bayt-Sajji Empire’s army. It debuts today, and I spoke with author and illustrator Sara Alfageeh about how she and co-creator and writer Nadia Shammas worked together to draft and publish this compelling, heartfelt adventure. SQUIRE is a graphic novel full of sweeping settings, wonderful characters, and lessons for the upcoming generation of leaders.
