The Cool Code

Zoey develops an app called the Cool Code to help her make friends, but it gives her ridiculous advice, leading to awkwardness and hilarity. With a few upgrades and debugging from the coding club, the app works, but it pulls her away from her real friends.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

In this delightful and poignant graphic novel, crafted for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Kayla Miller, Zoey, a coding whiz, embarks on a transformative journey as she transitions from homeschooling to a new school. Determined to make a fresh start, Zoey harnesses her technical expertise to create an app called the Cool Code. With a charming llama avatar as its representative, the app promises to guide Zoey in navigating the complexities of social interactions, offering advice on everything from conversation starters to fashionable outfits. However, as Zoey begins to rely on the app for guidance, she inadvertently finds herself entangled in a web of awkwardness and hilarity. The app's recommendations often lead her astray, causing her to say and do things that are far from cool.

Undeterred, Zoey and her coding club embark on a mission to refine the app, adding upgrades and debugging to improve its accuracy. As the app begins to yield positive results, Zoey's popularity soars, attracting the attention of many students in her school. However, this newfound success comes at a cost, as she gradually drifts away from her genuine friends.

Caught between the allure of popularity and the importance of true connections, Zoey faces a pivotal decision. She must navigate the complexities of life, embracing her unique qualities and seeking guidance from within. Through her journey, Zoey learns the true value of friendship, self-confidence, and embracing one's true identity.

The Cool Code serves as a relatable and entertaining tale that explores the challenges and rewards of navigating the social landscape. With its vibrant illustrations, relatable characters, and thought-provoking themes, this graphic novel offers a valuable lesson in the importance of authenticity, resilience, and the power of technology to connect and inspire.

Weight: 404g
Dimension: 140 x 202 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780358549314