Heidi: A Graphic Novel - Paperback

by Mariah Marsden (Author), Elena Bia (Illustrator)

Discover the heartwarming magic of Johanna Spyri's beloved classic tale in this gorgeous graphic novel adaptation by the author of the critically acclaimed Anne of Green Gables: A Graphic Novel.

When young Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in a small shepherd's hut in the Swiss Alps, everyone expects him to turn her away. He has a bad reputation: mean, growly, and harsh as the cold mountain winds. But Heidi is quick to take on any challenge, whether it's keeping an eye on the rebellious goats, learning to read, or melting Grandfather's icy heart.

Heidi's adventures take her up and down her beloved mountain, from picnics in the high alpine meadows all the way to the distant streets of Frankfurt and a city life she could never have imagined. But when homesickness strikes, Heidi must weigh old friendships with new ones and find her place in an expanding world.

Mariah Marsden's graphic novel retelling and artist Ofride's warm, folk art-inspired style give new life to this beloved classic story, offering a fresh, inviting way to experience it for readers ages 9+.

• Graphic novel adaptation preserves the heart of the original classic while making it accessible, engaging, and visually stunning for today's young readers
• Features stunning folk art-inspired illustrations
• Perfect for classroom, homeschool, and independent reading
• Created by the acclaimed team behind other classic graphic novel adaptations

Whether discovering Heidi for the first time or revisiting it as a childhood favorite, celebrate the joy of storytelling, the wonders of nature, and the healing power of kindness.

Author Biography

Mariah Marsden spent her childhood hunting for faeries amidst the old hills of the Missouri Ozarks. Co-author of Anne of Green Gables: A Graphic Novel and The Secret Garden: A Graphic Novel, she writes about the dreams and difficulties of girlhood, the folklore of her home, and the complexities of rural life. She's still on the lookout for faeries.

Ofride is the alias of Italian illustrator and comic artist Elena Bia. Born in a small town near the Alps, Elena draws inspiration from nature and folktales.