Kayla Miller

Kayla Miller is an author and cartoonist known for creating graphic novels for middle-grade readers. Her most recognized works include the Click series, which follows the social adventures of middle school student Olive as she navigates friendship dynamics and growing up. Miller's background includes work as a graphic designer and freelance illustrator before focusing on children's literature. Her debut graphic novel Click was published in 2018 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, followed by Camp, Act, Clash, and Crunch in the same series. The themes in Miller's work often center around relatable middle school experiences, including friendship challenges, self-discovery, and family relationships. Her illustration style features bright colors and expressive characters that appeal to young readers transitioning from elementary to middle school reading levels. Miller's books have been well-received by educators and librarians for their ability to address complex social situations in an accessible format. Her work appears on multiple state reading lists and has been recognized by organizations focused on children's literature.

Readers connect with Miller's authentic portrayal of middle school social dynamics and friendship challenges in her graphic novel series. Multiple reviews note that the stories help kids process real-life situations they face at school. Liked: - Relatable characters and realistic dialogue - Inclusive representation of different family structures and backgrounds - Clean, expressive art style that appeals to the target age group - Topics like setting boundaries and speaking up for yourself Disliked: - Some parents note the books address mature themes like dating - A few readers found the plots predictable - Minor complaints about pacing in later books Ratings: Goodreads averages 4.2-4.4 stars across titles: Click: 4.24 (18,000+ ratings) Camp: 4.31 (11,000+ ratings) Act: 4.29 (8,000+ ratings) Amazon averages 4.8 stars for most titles, with parents frequently praising the series for opening discussions with their children about friendship and growing up.

Click - A middle-grade graphic novel about an 11-year-old girl who feels left out when all her friends pair up for the school variety show.

Camp - A story following fifth-grader Olive as she navigates friendship dynamics and homesickness at summer camp.

Act - In this graphic novel, Olive runs for student council and learns about school politics and standing up for what she believes in.

Clash - Olive deals with changing friendship dynamics and social media drama when her friend Beth starts acting differently at school.

Crunch - A graphic novel exploring academic pressure and stress as Olive struggles to balance schoolwork, activities, and friendships.

Besties: Work It Out (co-authored with Jeffrey Canino) - Best friends Beth and Chanda navigate a dance competition and learn about working together.

Besties: Find Their Groove (co-authored with Jeffrey Canino) - Beth and Chanda face challenges while preparing for their school's talent show.