Books like Cannonball by Kelsey Wroten
In Cannonball, Kelsey Wroten brings the reader into the turbulent life of Caroline Bertram—a self‑proclaimed tortured genius, queer art‑school graduate, and near‑alcoholic. The story chronicles her struggle to reconcile artistic aspirations with the realities of growing up. Wroten’s drawings, rendered in a classic style, combine striking visuals with sharp wit, offering a candid look at the creative process and the pressures of the modern art world.
The graphic novel stands out as a fresh, gender‑inclusive voice in contemporary LGBTQ+ art, celebrating both the hardships and the quiet triumphs of its protagonist.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Kelsey Wroten
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