ROYAL-ISH Paperback

"Royal-ish: Lily's Adventures in Bagradoo" by Amrita Gandhi and Lee-Roy Lahey is a delightful and adventurous middle-grade graphic novel that introduces Lily Ray, an awkward tween and passionate nature vlogger. Her ordinary life takes an extraordinary turn when a mysterious royal invitation reveals her connection to the fantastical island kingdom of Bagradoo. Upon arriving at the lavish palace, Lily quickly realizes that this isn't just a royal visit: Bagradoo's closely guarded "Ledger of Boons" has gone missing, threatening the island's secrets. Joining forces with an unlikely crew—including a fashionable princess, a quirky professor, a good-hearted thief, and a sarcastic robot diary—Lily must embark on a thrilling quest to save Bagradoo and uncover the truth behind the unfolding mystery, blending humor, adventure, and ecological awareness.