Press
National Lists
New York Times Bestseller (Nat Enough)
Canadian Bestselling Author (Absolutely Nat)
Named a 2020 Best Graphic Novels by the Washington Post (Nat Enough)
Sakura Award Nominee (Nat Enough)
Best New Graphic Novel of 2020, SheKnows.com (Nat Enough)
”A Mighty Girl” Recommended Book (Nat Enough)
”A Mighty Girl” Community Pick (Nat Enough)
Apple Most Anticipated Books of 2023 (Nat for Nothing)
Canadian Bestselling Author (Nat for Nothing)
Press
“The year’s best YA books included Maria Scrivan’s “Nat Enough.” -Washington Post, Nat Enough
”What elevates Maria Scrivan’s graphic novel is the refreshing honesty with which it approaches the subject matter. The tone is instructive but not preachy, as Natalie develops her talents as a cartoonist and discovers her individuality, which brings her not only the acceptance of others but more importantly, self-acceptance. Scrivan renders the highs and heartbreaks of early adolescence straightforwardly and with compassion.” -Financial Times, Nat Enough
With the humor and illustrative style of a daily newspaper comic, debuting creator Scrivan’s story of middle school minefields is gentle and timeless. -Publishers Weekly, Nat Enough
Scrivan’s exuberant, comic strip–esque art and simple dialogue will entice a range of readers, who will relate to Nat’s insecurities... -School Library Journal, Nat Enough
"One of the highlights of the Nat series has been the way Scrivan brings her well-honed skills as a syndicated daily newspaper cartoonist to the drawing table…An absolute joy to behold.”, -Comics Beat, Forget Me Nat
A heartfelt story. -Kirkus Reviews, Nat Enough
"As with the first volume, Scrivan’s cartoony artwork is bubbly and colorful, making for another fun and thoughtful middle-grade graphic novel for fans of Shannon Hale’s Real Friends (2017) or Lucy Knisley’s Stepping Stones (2020)." -Booklist, Forget Me Nat
"If you are looking for a funny, readable book that explores some extremely relatable growing pains, then Nat Enough and Forget Me Nat will be right up your alley. And for those middle school readers who might feel like they’re alone in the challenges they face with friendship and romance, this series will show them that nothing could be further from the truth." -Comics Beat, Nat Enough and Forget Me Nat
Selected Articles
CT Public Radio Where We Live
https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-08-15/graphic-novels-do-more-than-just-entertain-cartoonists-say-they-help-form-emotional-connections
All is Nat Lost Interview Comicsbeat
https://www.comicsbeat.com/interview-maria-scrivan-on-all-is-nat-lost/
Nat for Nothing Cover Reveal on Comicsbeat
https://www.comicsbeat.com/cover-reveal-attack-of-the-doubt-gremlins-in-nat-for-nothing/?amp
Financial Times (JPG)
The Week Junior (PDF)
Baker and Taylor's Growing Minds Author Spotlight (PDF)
Download: PDF
Washington Post (PDF)
Names Nat Enough "A Most Anticipated Graphic Novel for 2020"
School Library Journal: Teen Librarian Toolbox Post-It Note Reviews ( PDF)
http://www.teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2020/04/post-it-reviews-3/
Smash Pages Q&A (PDF)
http://smashpages.net/2020/04/07/smash-pages-qa-maria-scrivan/?fbclid=IwAR2o8QZmIyEEtxTvzI2FvFT2eCnnncyutb8pjX07EMs4RJYpXMV9IiCHQrA |
Nat Enough launched in Italy
http://letteraturaecinema.blogspot.com/2021/05/benvenuta-alle-medie-nat-una-ragazza.html
Washington Post: Graphic Novel Trends of 2020
https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/2020-graphic-novels/2020/11/16/f8c1c876-242c-11eb-952e-0c475972cfc0_story.html
USO Panel featuring Jim Davis, Jeff Keane, Maria Scrivan
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/uso-hosts-inaugural-mvp-con-featuring-scarlett-johansson-chris-evans-norman-reedus-jon-bernthal-and-more-301144427.html
Comics Beat: Forget Me Nat Review
https://www.comicsbeat.com/review-he-loves-me-not-in-forget-me-nat/
Mighty Girl: 65 Graphic Novels for Kids Starring Mighty
Girlshttps://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=13390&fbclid=IwAR1hganqUH5hp6zocfctspaNeDRdFt2yDTmBYOQk5kI9RWU8R8jGi5cCXc8
Sheknows.com: The New Graphic Novels of 2020 Your Kids Will Be Thrilled to Read
https://www.sheknows.com/parenting/slideshow/2290021/best-graphic-novels-kids/9/
Independent.ie: The best children's books for all ages to enjoy over the summer break
https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/books/the-best-childrens-books-for-all-ages-to-enjoy-over-the-summer-break-39336214.html
Mom's.com
https://www.moms.com/young-adult-book-nat-enough-makes-it-to-new-york-times-best-seller-list
Comicsbeat: 75 of the most anticipated graphic novels for Spring 2020
www.comicsbeat.com/graphic-novels-for-spring-2020/
Shropshire Star (UK) (PDF)
https://www.shropshirestar.com/entertainment/shrewsbury-entertainment/2018/03/13/cartoon-festival-hopes-to-draw-a-crowd/
Greenwich Magazine Feature (PDF)
Greenwich Time Cover Story
Greenwich_Time_Cover.pdf | Page2.pdf
Selected Podcasts
Boston.com
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1InQoLmddd3d9J4jlJTpUg?si=d32bf03b2174414c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcZVNlFsBT0
CT Public Radio Where We Live
https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2024-08-08/comics-still-have-humor-but-they-are-tackle-the-hard-stuff
Self Care Savage with Scott Tatum
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hs6iKBLWNGQxxCmxukh5n?si=LJpP3_-lRViZKYzJyqyNog
Jason DeHart
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SfbPFfYs6vQ
Dr. Elisabeth Page
https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/mindful-happy-kids-1218516/episodes/nyt-best-selling-graphic-novel-212039417
Selected Videos
Forget Me Nat Book Launch with Jerry Craft
Words, Images, and Worlds
Mindful Happy Kids
Crossroads Columbus Author Spotlight