What do you think?
Rate this book
Nat Enough #4
Nat Et Rien d'Autre (Nat Enough)
See below for English description. Des meilleures amies deviennent rivales! Le début de l'année scolaire est difficile pour Nat. Chaque élève a été invité à s'inscrire à une activité parascolaire, et ses deux meilleures amies n'ont eu aucun mal à trouver des activités qui les intéressent. Flo se lance dans l'art des marionnettes, et Zoé fait partie de l'équipe de volleyball... avec l'ancienne meilleure amie de Nat, Lily! Zoé et Lily sont maintenant toujours ensemble, au grand désespoir de Nat! Celle-ci se sent trahie, et elle n'a toujours pas trouvé de groupe auquel se joindre. Mais lorsqu'elle rencontre un nouvel élève qui a aussi de la difficulté à choisir une activité, ils décident de créer un club ensemble. Serait-ce la solution à ses problèmes? It's a best friend battle! Nat is having a rough start to the school year. Each student has been asked to join an extracurricular activity, and Nat's two best friends have no trouble finding activities that interest them. Flo tries her hand at puppetry, and Zoe makes the volleyball team... with Nat's ex-BFF, Lily! So now Zoe and Lily are always together, and Nat's over it! Nat's feeling betrayed, and she still hasn't found a club to join. But when Nat meets a new student who's having the same difficulty choosing a club, they decide to create one together. Could this be the solution to her problems? Original Nat For Nothing
Paperback
Published August 15, 2023
127 people are currently reading
416 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 79 reviews
January 21, 2023
Nat is plagued by Doubt Gremlins in this latest addition to the Nat Enough graphic novel series. How to deal with the DGs is shown in the body of the novel. Maria Scrivan also provides a handy "How To" list and some tips at the end of the book. Nat is having difficulty deciding what club to join after school. Her friends all seem to know what will suit them best and are thriving -- for the most part. Nat and new friend Luca try to form a comic club, but run up against some obstacles from the administration. The Doubt Gremlins try to take over. As they find solutions, the DGs are banished one by one. Along with this story, there is a SuperNat Comic Book included. As a bonus, Nat's pets, Cat and Treat, also provide lots of comic relief along the way. They are one of my favorite elements in this series. Check it out!
A big thank you to Graphix and Edelweiss+ for a DRC of this title in exchange for an honest review.
A big thank you to Graphix and Edelweiss+ for a DRC of this title in exchange for an honest review.
January 18, 2025
Once again, Maria Scrivan lets Nat give middle school readers some great advice mixed into a realistic graphic novel. Nat has battled self-image demons and found herself mired in some tricky friend drama in three previous installments in this series and she finds herself plagued by those same issues again, but this time, new friend Luca gives them a name—gremlins! And with his help, not only does Nat fix her temporarily stalled friendship with Liv, but she and Luca form a club that reflects their interests as well as positively impacting others in their school community. 4th-6th grade students will easily connect with failed efforts to find a school activity that fits and certainly will know what it’s like to feel different interests pulling two friends apart. Nat for Nothing is a great reminder that two people can still be best friends even when sometimes doing different activities, we all have those gremlins that tell us we can’t and we don’t have to listen to them. Perfect for elementary and middle grade lovers of graphic novels. No profanity, sexual content, or violence and characters represent a wide variety of interests and skin tones,
Thanks for the digital arc, Edelweiss.
Thanks for the digital arc, Edelweiss.
February 27, 2023
I really enjoy this graphic novel series. Each one has a great message. This one was about believing in yourself and not being overtaken by doubts. It was really well done!
March 23, 2023
Another good installment in the Nat series. I like how Luca teaches Nat about talking back to the doubt gremlins. Another winner for my 5th grade classroom!
September 13, 2025
Hey there! This is Charlie P! I am eleven years old and I read books to raise money for charity. I want to help moms pick out books that their kids will like! Here is another review by me!
Nat For Nothing was more focused on finding your thing than friendship. I thought it was really funny and also kind of sad. It also had some fun learning aspects to it to like making comics and being a good friend. Kids 8 to 11 would like this book.
Nat For Nothing was more focused on finding your thing than friendship. I thought it was really funny and also kind of sad. It also had some fun learning aspects to it to like making comics and being a good friend. Kids 8 to 11 would like this book.
May 2, 2023
I liked this book as much as I liked all of the books in the Nat Enough series. Excellent books for middle graders struggling to find their place or dealing with friend issues.
June 11, 2024
It was FANTASTIC the best book YET
April 6, 2025
Das neue Schuljahr von Natalie startet ziemlich holprig. Sämtliche Schüler*innen werden gebeten, sich für mindestens eine AG zu entscheiden. Natalies zwei beste Freundinnen werden schnell fündig: Flo entscheidet sich für die Handpuppen-AG und Zoe möchte es mit Volleyball versuchen. Alle finden etwas und machen ihr Ding, nur für Natalie ist einfach nichts dabei, was sie wirklich interessiert. Die Miesmonster sind sofort am Start und flüstern ihr zu, dass sie gar nichts kann. Und als wäre das nicht schon schlimm genug, hängt Zoe auf einmal nur noch mit der blöden Lily rum und hat kaum noch Zeit. Natalie ist frustriert und fühlt sich ausgeschlossen. Doch dann lernt sie den neuen Mitschüler Luca kennen, der ihre große Leidenschaft für Comics mit ihr teilt. Die beiden möchten unbedingt eine Comic-AG gründen, nur leider stellt sich ihr strenger Schuldirektor quer. Aufgeben kommt für die zwei aber nicht infrage!
Hierbei handelt es sich um den vierten Teil der „nICHt genug“ – Reihe, man kann ihn aber problemlos unabhängig von den vorherigen Büchern lesen.
Ich mag die Geschichten rund um Natalie richtig gerne. Nachdem mir bereits die ersten drei Bände großen Spaß gemacht haben, musste natürlich auch Band 4 bei mir Einzug halten. Und ich wurde mal wieder nicht enttäuscht.
Maria Scrivan gelingt es erneut, wichtige Themen und Lebenslektionen kindgerecht zu verpacken. Mit viel Feingefühl und warmherzigem Humor entführt sie uns erneut in die Welt von Natalie und erzählt eine lebensnahe Schulgeschichte über die Herausforderungen des Erwachsenwerdens, Selbstzweifel, Selbstvertrauen und Freundschaft. Natalie ist eine sehr sympathische und authentische Protagonistin, mit der man sich als Leser*in gleich verbunden fühlt – besonders dann, wenn man selbst schon die Bekanntschaft mit Miesmonstern gemacht hat. Die Alltagssituationen, die hier beschrieben werden, haben bestimmt viele von uns in ähnlicher Form schon erlebt: Von lästigen schulischen Dingen wie Hausaufgaben machen, über langjährige Freundschaften, die zu zerbrechen drohen, weil man unterschiedliche Interessen entwickelt, bis hin zu dem Gefühl, nicht genug zu sein und nirgendwo dazuzugehören. Trotz der ernsten Thematik verliert der Comic nie an Leichtigkeit. Die Handlung wird immer wieder durch lustige Momente aufgelockert, vor allem die teils etwas schrulligen Charaktere sorgen für viele Schmunzler wie Natalies selbstbewusste Freundin Flo oder ihre zwei Haustiere, die jedes Kapitel mit einem kleinen unterhaltsamen Sketch einläuten.
Es macht wieder richtig Freude, Natalies Entwicklung mitzuverfolgen. Wie sie den Mut findet, für sich selbst einzustehen und erkennt, was wahre Freundschaft ausmacht. Auch als Erwachsener kann man auch diesem Buch eine Menge mitnehmen. Es vermittelt nicht nur wertvolle Botschaften, sondern lädt auch dazu ein, sich mit seinen eigenen Selbstzweifeln auseinanderzusetzen und liefert tolle Tipps, wie man sie besiegen kann. Und da Natalies Begeisterung für Comics ziemlich ansteckend wirkt, bekommt man beim Lesen zudem auch richtig Lust, selbst mal einen Comic zeichnen.
Die kunterbunten Illustrationen von Maria Scrivan kommen auf den ersten Blick recht schlicht daher, sie stecken aber voller Charme und Ausdrucksstärke und setzen das Erzählte perfekt in Szene. Viele Panels kommen auch ganz ohne Text aus - für Wenigleser*innen, Lesemuffel und Comic-Einsteiger*innen ist dieser Comic daher ideal geeignet.
Fazit: „nICHt mit mir“ ist ein wunderbarer Wohlfühl-Mutmach-Comic, der an die Kraft der Freundschaft erinnert und dazu ermutigt, an sich selbst und seine Stärken zu glauben. Ein witziges und inspirierendes Leseerlebnis für alle ab 8 Jahren. Ehrlich, einfühlsam und bestärkend. Ich bin mal wieder begeistert und hoffe sehr, dass auch noch die weiteren Bände rund um Natalie ins Deutsche übertragen werden. Von mir gibt es 5 von 5 Sternen!
Hierbei handelt es sich um den vierten Teil der „nICHt genug“ – Reihe, man kann ihn aber problemlos unabhängig von den vorherigen Büchern lesen.
Ich mag die Geschichten rund um Natalie richtig gerne. Nachdem mir bereits die ersten drei Bände großen Spaß gemacht haben, musste natürlich auch Band 4 bei mir Einzug halten. Und ich wurde mal wieder nicht enttäuscht.
Maria Scrivan gelingt es erneut, wichtige Themen und Lebenslektionen kindgerecht zu verpacken. Mit viel Feingefühl und warmherzigem Humor entführt sie uns erneut in die Welt von Natalie und erzählt eine lebensnahe Schulgeschichte über die Herausforderungen des Erwachsenwerdens, Selbstzweifel, Selbstvertrauen und Freundschaft. Natalie ist eine sehr sympathische und authentische Protagonistin, mit der man sich als Leser*in gleich verbunden fühlt – besonders dann, wenn man selbst schon die Bekanntschaft mit Miesmonstern gemacht hat. Die Alltagssituationen, die hier beschrieben werden, haben bestimmt viele von uns in ähnlicher Form schon erlebt: Von lästigen schulischen Dingen wie Hausaufgaben machen, über langjährige Freundschaften, die zu zerbrechen drohen, weil man unterschiedliche Interessen entwickelt, bis hin zu dem Gefühl, nicht genug zu sein und nirgendwo dazuzugehören. Trotz der ernsten Thematik verliert der Comic nie an Leichtigkeit. Die Handlung wird immer wieder durch lustige Momente aufgelockert, vor allem die teils etwas schrulligen Charaktere sorgen für viele Schmunzler wie Natalies selbstbewusste Freundin Flo oder ihre zwei Haustiere, die jedes Kapitel mit einem kleinen unterhaltsamen Sketch einläuten.
Es macht wieder richtig Freude, Natalies Entwicklung mitzuverfolgen. Wie sie den Mut findet, für sich selbst einzustehen und erkennt, was wahre Freundschaft ausmacht. Auch als Erwachsener kann man auch diesem Buch eine Menge mitnehmen. Es vermittelt nicht nur wertvolle Botschaften, sondern lädt auch dazu ein, sich mit seinen eigenen Selbstzweifeln auseinanderzusetzen und liefert tolle Tipps, wie man sie besiegen kann. Und da Natalies Begeisterung für Comics ziemlich ansteckend wirkt, bekommt man beim Lesen zudem auch richtig Lust, selbst mal einen Comic zeichnen.
Die kunterbunten Illustrationen von Maria Scrivan kommen auf den ersten Blick recht schlicht daher, sie stecken aber voller Charme und Ausdrucksstärke und setzen das Erzählte perfekt in Szene. Viele Panels kommen auch ganz ohne Text aus - für Wenigleser*innen, Lesemuffel und Comic-Einsteiger*innen ist dieser Comic daher ideal geeignet.
Fazit: „nICHt mit mir“ ist ein wunderbarer Wohlfühl-Mutmach-Comic, der an die Kraft der Freundschaft erinnert und dazu ermutigt, an sich selbst und seine Stärken zu glauben. Ein witziges und inspirierendes Leseerlebnis für alle ab 8 Jahren. Ehrlich, einfühlsam und bestärkend. Ich bin mal wieder begeistert und hoffe sehr, dass auch noch die weiteren Bände rund um Natalie ins Deutsche übertragen werden. Von mir gibt es 5 von 5 Sternen!
December 14, 2022
E ARC provided by Edelweiss Plus
While Nat is still struggling to maintain a relationship with Lily, (in Forget Me Nat and Nat for Nothing), she has good friends in Zoe and Flo. Her school year gets off to a rocky start, though, when she sleeps in late and ends up biking to school in her bunny slippers. She also has a literal run in with new student Luca, and later has to show him around the school. There is a new principal who is big on rules and short on fun, and everyone is required to participate in a school club. This is hard for Nat, since all she wants to do is draw comics, and hasn't vibrated to any of the activities offered, even finding art club judgey and boring. When Zoe takes up Volleyball and Flo throws herself (and her sock puppet Argyle) into raising money for a buddy bench, Nat finds herself at loose ends after school. Her parents find plenty of chores for her to do, but that's not as much fun as hanging out with her friends. When Luca suggests starting a comic book club, she isn't quite sure it will work, and the proposal is shot down twice by the principal. Still, the two try to gather members, and even use the club to help Flo raise money for her buddy bench. Luca also helps Nat with her ever present anxiety, labeling her negative thoughts "doubt gremlins" and telling her not to listen to them. Eventually, their efforts pay off, and they have an official club!
Strengths: My students love this series, and since so many of them struggle with their own "doubt gremlins", they will be especially fond of this installment. Friendships often fall apart in middle school, and Nat's on again, off again relationship with Lily is very realistic. My favorite part was Nat's parents making sure she was productive when she was bored, but I'm sure younger readers will prefer the rock painting, club founding, and Luca!
Weaknesses: I didn't quite understand how the clubs were working. The librarian lets the comic book club meet in the library but then throws them out when the group is larger and too loud; if this is after school, the noise wouldn't be a problem, but it didn't seem like the librarian was the official sponsor. Young readers won't care, but I got stuck on that detail.
What I really think: I'd like to see a little romance thrown into this series, since middle schoolers have that on their mind a lot. These brightly colored books are a big hit with fans of all of the realistic graphic novels with nervous or struggling main characters, like Chmakova's Berrybrook Middle School series, Libenson's Emmie and Friends books, and Telgemeier's work.
Do feel I have to note that while buddy benches might be a big hit at elementary schools, I have never heard a middle school student do anything but make fun of these. Of course, Flo is rather quirky and unique, so it's right in character for her to champion this idea.
While Nat is still struggling to maintain a relationship with Lily, (in Forget Me Nat and Nat for Nothing), she has good friends in Zoe and Flo. Her school year gets off to a rocky start, though, when she sleeps in late and ends up biking to school in her bunny slippers. She also has a literal run in with new student Luca, and later has to show him around the school. There is a new principal who is big on rules and short on fun, and everyone is required to participate in a school club. This is hard for Nat, since all she wants to do is draw comics, and hasn't vibrated to any of the activities offered, even finding art club judgey and boring. When Zoe takes up Volleyball and Flo throws herself (and her sock puppet Argyle) into raising money for a buddy bench, Nat finds herself at loose ends after school. Her parents find plenty of chores for her to do, but that's not as much fun as hanging out with her friends. When Luca suggests starting a comic book club, she isn't quite sure it will work, and the proposal is shot down twice by the principal. Still, the two try to gather members, and even use the club to help Flo raise money for her buddy bench. Luca also helps Nat with her ever present anxiety, labeling her negative thoughts "doubt gremlins" and telling her not to listen to them. Eventually, their efforts pay off, and they have an official club!
Strengths: My students love this series, and since so many of them struggle with their own "doubt gremlins", they will be especially fond of this installment. Friendships often fall apart in middle school, and Nat's on again, off again relationship with Lily is very realistic. My favorite part was Nat's parents making sure she was productive when she was bored, but I'm sure younger readers will prefer the rock painting, club founding, and Luca!
Weaknesses: I didn't quite understand how the clubs were working. The librarian lets the comic book club meet in the library but then throws them out when the group is larger and too loud; if this is after school, the noise wouldn't be a problem, but it didn't seem like the librarian was the official sponsor. Young readers won't care, but I got stuck on that detail.
What I really think: I'd like to see a little romance thrown into this series, since middle schoolers have that on their mind a lot. These brightly colored books are a big hit with fans of all of the realistic graphic novels with nervous or struggling main characters, like Chmakova's Berrybrook Middle School series, Libenson's Emmie and Friends books, and Telgemeier's work.
Do feel I have to note that while buddy benches might be a big hit at elementary schools, I have never heard a middle school student do anything but make fun of these. Of course, Flo is rather quirky and unique, so it's right in character for her to champion this idea.
September 20, 2024
Nat is a middle-school who just can't seem to catch a break. School is rough, but that's nothing compared to the struggles she has to go through with friendship, fitting in, self-confidence (specifically the lack of which!), and the joyless new principal at school. After she makes a new friend, she devotes herself more and more to drawing and starting a comic club at school. Only, this causes increasing worries about growing away from friends, and her own abilities.
So.... this is certainly not a bad book, by no means. Heck, If it had come out 10 or 20 years ago its novel exploration of middle school life and problems would have been an absolute delight. The big weakness of 'Nat for Nothing' is, this kind of book is no longer a novelty. Graphic novels about middle-school boys and girls grappling with ordinary problems, often with a semi-autobiographical tangent about art or creativity, are all over the place these days. And hey, that's a good thing, but, unfortunately, 'Nat for Nothing' isn't in the top ten list of this flourishing genre. It's probably not even in the top ten for such books from 2023. To stand out in the field, one of these books would need to either add something new to the dialogue, or be really stellar in every way. 'Nat for Nothing' is neither. The story and message are fully predictable, and the art and humor are mediocre at best.
Really, nothing about it insults me, heck, my ten year old liked it. But there are so many more stellar choices, I really don't see any reason to choose this particular book over them.
So.... this is certainly not a bad book, by no means. Heck, If it had come out 10 or 20 years ago its novel exploration of middle school life and problems would have been an absolute delight. The big weakness of 'Nat for Nothing' is, this kind of book is no longer a novelty. Graphic novels about middle-school boys and girls grappling with ordinary problems, often with a semi-autobiographical tangent about art or creativity, are all over the place these days. And hey, that's a good thing, but, unfortunately, 'Nat for Nothing' isn't in the top ten list of this flourishing genre. It's probably not even in the top ten for such books from 2023. To stand out in the field, one of these books would need to either add something new to the dialogue, or be really stellar in every way. 'Nat for Nothing' is neither. The story and message are fully predictable, and the art and humor are mediocre at best.
Really, nothing about it insults me, heck, my ten year old liked it. But there are so many more stellar choices, I really don't see any reason to choose this particular book over them.
March 24, 2024
I couldn't tell which book was the first of the series just from the shelf, so I grabbed one at random. This one is, of course, book 4, but it reads well enough as a standalone story (even if it feels like it alludes to events in the past).
At its core, the story is about the ups and downs of friendship, particularly in maintaining it when differing interests drive a wedge between friends. It's harder as we age, since making friends becomes more than just showing off a random thing and VOILA!, BFFs. This book nicely navigates the path toward growing one's friend circle, though, something I wish I had when I was a younger reader (especially since it was such a steep jump from my high school's graduating class of 72 to COLLEGE).
I wish I had a comics club in school, also; even the Cat Kid Comic Club would've been a blast! I guess I had the second best thing, though: a library card (haha).
Recommended for younger readers going through some friendship pains. Heck, recommended for OLDER readers going through some friendship pains, though I know the non-negotiables get a little more dire in adulthood.
At its core, the story is about the ups and downs of friendship, particularly in maintaining it when differing interests drive a wedge between friends. It's harder as we age, since making friends becomes more than just showing off a random thing and VOILA!, BFFs. This book nicely navigates the path toward growing one's friend circle, though, something I wish I had when I was a younger reader (especially since it was such a steep jump from my high school's graduating class of 72 to COLLEGE).
I wish I had a comics club in school, also; even the Cat Kid Comic Club would've been a blast! I guess I had the second best thing, though: a library card (haha).
Recommended for younger readers going through some friendship pains. Heck, recommended for OLDER readers going through some friendship pains, though I know the non-negotiables get a little more dire in adulthood.
February 8, 2023
This is the continuation of the Nat Enough series of middle grade graphic novels, that is sort of realistic, if you don’t count talking dogs and cats.
Nats friends have all signed up for clubs, but none of the clubs appeal to her. She doesn’t do drama, she doesn’t do sports, she isn’t a math wiz. She likes to draw.
And so the doubt gremlins plague her, as she fails at all the clubs she tries, and all her friends are off doing other things. THen she meets a new boy, who also loves to create cartoons, and so the decide to form a club for themselves.
I love that doubt gremlins are introduced into the story, because we all have inner critics, and it is good to let kids know this is a common problem, and to learn to not listen to them.
And, as always this is all about friendships. Yes, you can have best friends even if they are in clubs you don’t belong to. And you can have friends who are boys, that really are just friends.
Cute continuation of this series. Funny, with solid points.
Nats friends have all signed up for clubs, but none of the clubs appeal to her. She doesn’t do drama, she doesn’t do sports, she isn’t a math wiz. She likes to draw.
And so the doubt gremlins plague her, as she fails at all the clubs she tries, and all her friends are off doing other things. THen she meets a new boy, who also loves to create cartoons, and so the decide to form a club for themselves.
I love that doubt gremlins are introduced into the story, because we all have inner critics, and it is good to let kids know this is a common problem, and to learn to not listen to them.
And, as always this is all about friendships. Yes, you can have best friends even if they are in clubs you don’t belong to. And you can have friends who are boys, that really are just friends.
Cute continuation of this series. Funny, with solid points.
December 9, 2023
Humor and truth for children of all ages here! 🌟❤🌟❤🌟❤🌟❤🌟
I've enjoyed all these books and Nat's adventures! The first two introduced Nat and her circle of friends with their interactions. In the third they go to camp together where we find Nat conquering fears. As said, I've enjoyed them all but book 4, Nat for Nothing is my favorite! It is chock full of life lessons and lots of camaraderie. Even Natalie's pets, Cat and Treat, get into the act along the way and are very funny. Maria Scrivan is not only a versatile artist with her characters and colors, but her story ideas bring humor to serious subjects and life lessons. Kids of all ages go through the same things Natalie does and we all certainly need some humor these days. Thanks Ms Scrivan! Highly and happily recommended! 👉❤👈
I've enjoyed all these books and Nat's adventures! The first two introduced Nat and her circle of friends with their interactions. In the third they go to camp together where we find Nat conquering fears. As said, I've enjoyed them all but book 4, Nat for Nothing is my favorite! It is chock full of life lessons and lots of camaraderie. Even Natalie's pets, Cat and Treat, get into the act along the way and are very funny. Maria Scrivan is not only a versatile artist with her characters and colors, but her story ideas bring humor to serious subjects and life lessons. Kids of all ages go through the same things Natalie does and we all certainly need some humor these days. Thanks Ms Scrivan! Highly and happily recommended! 👉❤👈
February 24, 2023
Cute addition to the series!
Very much appriecated the doubt gremlins. I actually learned about my anxiety this way and still sometimes picture my bad thoughts as these little monsters that I have to tell to go away or lock up somewhere else in my mind. The bonus story is a great way for other kids to see this too.
Love that Nat is learning and growing throughout her middle school years, realizing when she needs to apologize and allowing herself to be upset by things. The art style is reminiscent of Schulz’s which I love.
Very much appriecated the doubt gremlins. I actually learned about my anxiety this way and still sometimes picture my bad thoughts as these little monsters that I have to tell to go away or lock up somewhere else in my mind. The bonus story is a great way for other kids to see this too.
Love that Nat is learning and growing throughout her middle school years, realizing when she needs to apologize and allowing herself to be upset by things. The art style is reminiscent of Schulz’s which I love.
March 4, 2023
This was awesome! This whole series is great!
A great book about negative thoughts, friendship, what it means to be a friend, and leadership.
In the back there are also tips on drawing for graphic novels.
And I think I may be interested in rock painting now because of this book.
I hope more books are coming in this series because it has to be one of the best middle grade graphic novels I read.
A great book about negative thoughts, friendship, what it means to be a friend, and leadership.
In the back there are also tips on drawing for graphic novels.
And I think I may be interested in rock painting now because of this book.
I hope more books are coming in this series because it has to be one of the best middle grade graphic novels I read.
March 27, 2023
Nat for Nothing is the first Nat book I’ve read. It’s right on target for middle-school with the friend drama, homework and self doubt. Nat has trouble finding an after school club that she’s interested in, but with her new friend Luca, tries to get the principal to approve a comics club. Luca teaches her how to defeat the “Doubt Gremlins” which create negative self-talk. Enjoyable and fun with some good lessons about friendship and self-confidence.
May 4, 2023
I like how the book was about friendship and how it said like don’t quit and trust yourself whenever you do something and don’t let anything bother you when you do it because if you always do it to the end then you always win it and I like how, when they broke their friendship, they got back together and got friends But I have an idea to kind of I change the story like when friends back with zoe I just wonder why Natalie did not get back to friends with Lily.
July 15, 2023
This book was just as entertaining as the others in the series. I like that this one taught a lesson about doubts and negative thoughts. Nat’s friendship trouble’s are starting to get a bit old and feel a bit repetitive at this point though. I think the author needs to find new conflicts and challenges for the main character to experience. I also didn’t really like the “comic at the end of the book” thing. It is not necessary and doesn’t really add much.
December 2, 2022
Nat's friends are all signing up for various clubs and sports, but she's struggling to find her thing. Can she vanquish the "doubt gremlins" and form a club of her very own? Another wonderful installment in the Nat Enough series!
Thank you to Graphix for providing an advance digital galley via Edelweiss.
Thank you to Graphix for providing an advance digital galley via Edelweiss.
May 2, 2023
“Just because doubt gremlins get in your head, that doesn’t mean you have to believe them.”I’ve found some of the previous entries a bit dull, but this one is the best of the series so far. The author gets middle school friend drama well. The part about negative, intrusive thoughts or “doubt gremlins” was really well-done and easy to understand.
3.5
June 11, 2023
4 stars (I really liked it)
This was my favorite of the series so far. It is relatable and gives great advice about dealing with "doubt gremlins." I will definitely be purchasing for my school library (probably the others in the series as well but this one you can read without reading the others).
This was my favorite of the series so far. It is relatable and gives great advice about dealing with "doubt gremlins." I will definitely be purchasing for my school library (probably the others in the series as well but this one you can read without reading the others).
December 20, 2023
I found Nat to be a little annoying in this but at the same time, I can relate to her and understand her. The fact that she wants to start the comics club is very heart-warming. The hard lessons she had to learn was very valuable. I did not like lily because she became unfriendly towards Nat again. Overall a decent read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 12, 2024
It's a new school year for Nat, and everyone is expected to join a club. Nat is having an issue finding the right club to join with no luck, so she decides to keep to herself. But when she's charged to be a buddy to a new student, they decide to create a new club. The only issue is convincing the new school's principal that it's a worthy venture.
September 6, 2024
I LOVE this book!
I loved that the author talks so much about doubt gremlins! It helped me even as an adult. I love these books and I am so excited to introduce them to the middle schoolers in the library I work at!
The artwork is so adorable and I LOVE treat and cat they are hilarious.
Best graphic novels for middle schoolers. Light hearted and meaningful at the same time.
I loved that the author talks so much about doubt gremlins! It helped me even as an adult. I love these books and I am so excited to introduce them to the middle schoolers in the library I work at!
The artwork is so adorable and I LOVE treat and cat they are hilarious.
Best graphic novels for middle schoolers. Light hearted and meaningful at the same time.
May 28, 2025
2.5 besides, the first one, which I thought was phenomenal, the rest have been kind of mid. This one I like the idea of the gremlins and giving them faces and overcoming them, but other than that, I just didn't think it offered much.
Also, finding something you like
in the midst of trouble is always a good thing.
Also, finding something you like
in the midst of trouble is always a good thing.
October 7, 2025
When all the kids in school are encouraged to join a club, Nat doesn't feel like any of them are right for her, so she and a new kid try to start a comics club. Meanwhile, Nat's BFF becomes friends with her ex-BFF bc they both joined volleyball. Will Nat survive this episode of middle school? As usual, Nat's story is relatable and adorable, especially the chapter openers with her dog and cat. Another fun comic.
February 9, 2023
It’s been a little while since reading the previous titles in this series, but it was easy to instantly get back into the cast of characters. I love how each chapter starts with the POV of Nat’s pets, too.
February 23, 2023
I liked this one a lot more than the previous books in this series; I think I just found the plot to be slightly more unique than the others. Still a classic middle school drama, but in a more positive way.
March 15, 2023
I’m this graphic novel, Nat deals with the voices in her head telling her bad and mean things. I like that they are called doubt gremlins. I love how this graphic novel teaches kids how to get over doubt gremlins. I really wish I’d had something like this to read as a kid.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 11, 2023
I LIKE these books for what they teach young readers (this one about taming your doubt gremlins), but at the same time, I just don’t like Natalie. It almost feels like there’s never really any growth with her. She’s super self-centered. I don’t know. It’s a mixed bag for me!
Displaying 1 - 30 of 79 reviews