The Love Report

Age 10, Grades Grade 5

BFFs Grace and Lola try to unravel the mystery of romance with a plan to observe, study, and analyze the ways of love at their middle school in the first book in this addictive graphic novel series.

BFFs Grace and Lola talk about everything related to romance—and have lots of questions: What about the mysterious allure of the popular girl at school? And the rebellious goth with the reputation? And boys. They don’t quite understand what makes some school romances soar to legendary heights, while other flirtations fizzle. Lola has an idea—they’ll observe, study, and analyze all the couples at their Junior High—and compile their findings as The Love Report. Surprises await them, and force them to learn to see beyond appearances in this fast-paced series opener. They’ll also discover secrets between themselves.

Series Overview: The Love Report is the first of two books that feature Grace and Lola. Volume two will feature the same cast and follow in Fall 2023.

About the Author

BeKa is a code name for a well-known pair of French writers: Caroline Roque and Bertrand Escaich, both who are based in Toulouse in southwestern France. Caroline was studying for a doctoral degree in biology, when she was overtaken by her passion for storytelling. She and Bertrand—known for his comics script writing—became a writing duo and have never looked back. They have worked together on several successful series in France, including Chinn and The Misfits Club for Girls.

Author Residence: France

Maya, whose real name is Martina Mura, is an Italian-born cartoonist from the seaside town of Alghero, Sardinia. From a young age, Maya loved writing and drawing comics. As she grew older, she discovered Manga—which led her to attend the European Manga Academy for two years. In 2021, Maya joined forces with BeKa to create, where she uses delicate, lively line to perfectly capture the uncertainties and curiosities of two young teenagers discovering love.

Illustrator Residence:Spain