About the book

Learn everything from the basics like eyes, hairstyles, and expressions, to creating complete, original characters with full bodies and outfits, to vibrant scenes with backgrounds!

Also explore how to draw different types of manga characters, including shonen and shoujo. You'll even learn other essential lessons, like how to make your own manga panels, storytelling techniques, and reimagining characters in different art styles.

No matter if you’re an aspiring artist or someone who already has drawing experience, Manga Drawing School will help boost your art skills and creativity to the next level. Learn from manga expert Mei Yu, a bestselling author and worldwide fan-favorite artist with over 450 million+ views!

Book Industry Reviews

★ "Yu’s fictionalized biographical immigration story highlights perseverance and creative problem solving. The ‘Note to Readers,’ author’s note, and bonus story are fantastic additions... Highly recommended." — School Library Journal STARRED Review

"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." — Publishers Weekly

"Charming, funny, and full of heart." — Kirkus Reviews

About the book
New country. New language. New school.

Being the new kid in school is scary enough, but imagine if what it would be like if you were the new kid in a new school, in a new country. That's exactly the situation Mei Yu finds herself in when her family moves from China to Canada. With the help of her faithful sidekick Meiow, Mei learns to navigate her new world, struggling to find her place when everything feels lost.

Based on author Mei Yu's own real-life struggles and triumphs, this charming graphic novel can help inspire readers to learn to be their very best and overcome challenges in their own unique ways.