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Getting Dizzy
It’s the ‘Burb Defender vs the Negatrixes in this new graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Shea Fontana and acclaimed artist Celia Moscote!
Dizzy is a fifteen year old who wants to be the best! The best at what? She hasn't figured that out just yet. When one idea after another fails, she’s ready to even give up roller skating—until the Negatrixes attack! Under the mantle The ‘Burb Defender, Dizzy finally has a chance to be the best, but only with the help of her skating crew: Chippe, Scarlett, Payton, and Av. But first, she’ll need to learn how to use her colorful powers endowed by the Blaster Bracelet, overcome her self-doubt, and the negative Negatrix energy affecting her crew, not to mention her own personal Negatrix… an emerging Chosen One complex! But, will the ‘Burb Defender and her crew be enough to defeat the Mega-Negatrix? Find out with this new graphic novel from New York Times bestselling writer Shea Fontana (Monster High, DC Superhero Girls), artist Celia Moscote (Juliet Takes A Breath), colorist Natalia Nesterenko (League of Legends), and letterer Jim Campbell (Giant Days). Collects Getting Dizzy #1-4.
Dizzy is a fifteen year old who wants to be the best! The best at what? She hasn't figured that out just yet. When one idea after another fails, she’s ready to even give up roller skating—until the Negatrixes attack! Under the mantle The ‘Burb Defender, Dizzy finally has a chance to be the best, but only with the help of her skating crew: Chippe, Scarlett, Payton, and Av. But first, she’ll need to learn how to use her colorful powers endowed by the Blaster Bracelet, overcome her self-doubt, and the negative Negatrix energy affecting her crew, not to mention her own personal Negatrix… an emerging Chosen One complex! But, will the ‘Burb Defender and her crew be enough to defeat the Mega-Negatrix? Find out with this new graphic novel from New York Times bestselling writer Shea Fontana (Monster High, DC Superhero Girls), artist Celia Moscote (Juliet Takes A Breath), colorist Natalia Nesterenko (League of Legends), and letterer Jim Campbell (Giant Days). Collects Getting Dizzy #1-4.
144 pages, Paperback
First published July 13, 2022
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About the author
Shea Fontana
118 books54 followersShea Fontana is a writer for film, television and graphic novels. Her credits include developing and writing the DC Super Hero Girls animated shorts, TV specials, movies and graphic novels; Polly Pocket (developed and story editor), Doc McStuffins, The 7D, Whisker Haven Tales with the Palace Pets (wrote show bible and first season), Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz (story editor), the new Muppet Babies series; two Disney on Ice shows where she wrote new material for the worlds of Mickey Mouse, Inside Out, Disney Princesses, Finding Dori, Frozen, and other Disney and Pixar properties; and the feature film, Crowning Jules. She has also written for top comic titles including Justice League, Wonder Woman, Batman: Overdrive (coming 2019), Catwoman/Looney Tunes, and contributed anthology pieces starring Deathstroke and Teen Titans.
Her DC Super Hero Girls graphic novels have been New York Times Best Sellers. Her debut graphic novel, Finals Crisis, was honored with Diamond's 2016 Gem Award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel, and DC Super Hero Girls: Past Times at Super Hero High won the 2017 Gem Award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel as well as the Comixology Reader's Pick award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel of 2017. DC Super Hero Girls won the 2018 Ringo Award for Best Kids Comic or Graphic Novel. She was listed 61st on Bleeding Cool’s Power List of Comics for 2018. The London Free Press declared her “not afraid to be corny,” which is an accurate assessment of her persona both on and off the page.
She lives in sunny Los Angeles where she enjoys hiking, hanging out with her beagle, Ziggy, and changing her hair color. Using the secret identity “Shea Q. Off,” Shea played roller derby until her angry knees forced her into early retirement.
Her DC Super Hero Girls graphic novels have been New York Times Best Sellers. Her debut graphic novel, Finals Crisis, was honored with Diamond's 2016 Gem Award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel, and DC Super Hero Girls: Past Times at Super Hero High won the 2017 Gem Award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel as well as the Comixology Reader's Pick award for Best All-Ages Graphic Novel of 2017. DC Super Hero Girls won the 2018 Ringo Award for Best Kids Comic or Graphic Novel. She was listed 61st on Bleeding Cool’s Power List of Comics for 2018. The London Free Press declared her “not afraid to be corny,” which is an accurate assessment of her persona both on and off the page.
She lives in sunny Los Angeles where she enjoys hiking, hanging out with her beagle, Ziggy, and changing her hair color. Using the secret identity “Shea Q. Off,” Shea played roller derby until her angry knees forced her into early retirement.
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May 24, 2024
Okay....
This wasn't as good as predicted. The artwork was amazing, but the storytelling left much to be desired. While I understood the purpose of it and the themes of friendship, building confidence, good vs. evil, etc, I felt as though it was a little too "on the nose." Instead of trusting readers to figure things out on their own, they were given everything on a silver plater. The world building also could have used a little bit more development. The idea of these alien like creatures feeding off the negativity of humans was intriguing; however, readers know little to no information about their background. It's disheartening and leaves the world and plot feeling lack luster. I enjoyed the friendship amongst the characters and thought that some of themes had potential; however, this was entirely too short and left me feeling disappointed.
This wasn't as good as predicted. The artwork was amazing, but the storytelling left much to be desired. While I understood the purpose of it and the themes of friendship, building confidence, good vs. evil, etc, I felt as though it was a little too "on the nose." Instead of trusting readers to figure things out on their own, they were given everything on a silver plater. The world building also could have used a little bit more development. The idea of these alien like creatures feeding off the negativity of humans was intriguing; however, readers know little to no information about their background. It's disheartening and leaves the world and plot feeling lack luster. I enjoyed the friendship amongst the characters and thought that some of themes had potential; however, this was entirely too short and left me feeling disappointed.
March 31, 2023
You couldn't have missed the morale of this series even if it hit you in the face with the Blaster Bracelet.
December 17, 2022
It's a magical roller skating type of fun. Dizzy wants to be great in life, from trying ballet to other things; she doesn't give up on being "great." Living with her independent mother, Dizzy stumbles upon a portal one day and the scary creatures called Negatrixes that bring out all the negative energy in town. It's up to her and her skating friends to save the town before the tiny monsters take control of everything and everyone.
Even though (to me) the Negatrixes weren't all that scary, they still had an effect on the town. I adored Dizzy's friendships and how she learned to grow as a person with the support of her new friends. Bright popping colors and one handsome Julio, Getting Dizzy is another graphic novel from Boom Box Studios that I absolutely love. A sequel, anyone?
Even though (to me) the Negatrixes weren't all that scary, they still had an effect on the town. I adored Dizzy's friendships and how she learned to grow as a person with the support of her new friends. Bright popping colors and one handsome Julio, Getting Dizzy is another graphic novel from Boom Box Studios that I absolutely love. A sequel, anyone?
December 31, 2022
Such a cute, heartfelt, colorful, empowering graphic novel! Dizzy's heart's desire is to do something amazing, but all the things she tries just fall flat. Then with a bit of magic she has a chance to fight negativity in a tangible way and become the hero she dreams of being. But what if she isn't enough of an independent woman to do it on her own? What if her friends would be better at it then her? What if she isn't even truly the Chosen One??? With a nod to growth mindset, a character journey that finds strength in community and a gentle crack at the "Chosen One" trope, this story is exactly the kind of graphic novel I can't wait to hand to tweens at my library (and my own 10-year-old). What a delightful, meaningful book!
July 13, 2023
I was pleasantly surprised at this this book. At first I expected it to be really "whiney" and young. However, while it deals with teen angst and the "good enough/not good enough" trope, the not so super-superhero aspect was not cliché. The ending was a tad rushed, the mother a bit too forgiving, but overall it was a pleasant read. The aged 10 to 13/young 14 will enjoy. The rating of four is around up the story is a 3 and the art a 4 so it is really a 3.5 My biggest complaint is that sequels are currently only on the Evil Empire.
March 3, 2023
I liked this! It was cute and a really great exploration of putting expectations on yourself and how that can get in the way of A LOT in your life. You cannot rely solely on yourself to be great. You need others! I loved that. An important lesson, especially for younger readers. Definitely interested in the next one!
December 4, 2022
I kind of wish that this was a longer series, especially since there's a cliffhanger teased at the end. This is a cute story about accepting help from others and spreading positivity - to me the gag runs a little too long, but it makes its point.
December 11, 2022
Cute, well illustrated, and has a very positive message. I like that it features skate park kids and roller skating. My only concerns are that the plot is pretty basic and the messaging about overcoming negative thinking is heavy handed. I worry that middle grade students will find it cheesy.
August 3, 2023
Enjoyed this graphic novel/ comic. Loved the roller skating and friendships, found the burb defender a bit childish but it is a teen graphic novel. When it got to the end it left it open for another comic and I would like to get it from the library so overall I would say I enjoyed it
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July 22, 2024
This limited series comic was such a great read. The story was pretty fun, albeit quite simple and trope-y. However, the overall theme and message about friendship and acceptance was on point. The inclusivity was amazing!!!
September 4, 2022
Pretty standard magical girl stuff. Seems to lean a little heavily on the lesson about negativity and not rejecting help, but probably not too much for a middle grade audience.
October 1, 2022
Encompasses everything my skate community is about AND tells a cool story with great art and popping colors. Love it!
March 11, 2023
Was weirdly fast but in an almost disjointed way. Loved the illustrations.
September 9, 2023
It was fine. There were a lot of little things that didn’t really hang together. I kind of wish it had been better edited so that those things made more sense.
May 27, 2024
Another book I totally forgot reading! The scene of the mayor's rally on the steps looked familiar, though.
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