Super Short Summary

In The Astonishing Adventures of Fanboy and Goth Girl by Barry Lyga, an ostracized teen boy, Fanboy, finds solace in working on his graphic novel and dreams of showcasing it at a comic convention. He bonds with a rebellious Goth girl, Kyra, over their shared disdain for school and mutual outcast status, but her troubling behavior and his personal struggles force him to confront his inner demons. The novel involves themes of bullying, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.