The Ribbon Skirt

The Ribbon Skirt
DateNovember 12, 2024
PublisherGraphix
Creative team
CreatorCameron Mukwa
ISBN9781338843255

The Ribbon Skirt is a graphic novel by Cameron Mukwa. It was published by Graphix on November 12, 2024, and follows a two-spirit tween who makes their own ribbon skirt.

Plot

Anang, an Ojibwe ten-year-old who is two-spirit and non-binary, wants to wear a ribbon skirt, which is traditionally worn by women, to their upcoming powwow. However, they are concerned that their peers, including their former close friend, will not accept them. Encouraged by their grandmother, Anang sets off to collect the materials for the skirt.[1][2]

Reception

The Ribbon Skirt received starred reviews from School Library Journal and Publisher Weekly.[3][4] School Library Journal noted Anang was an "endearing protagonist who remains true to themself, even when faced with rejection from a former best friend",[3] while Publisher Weekly called the book an "enlightening and satisfying look at one child's desire to advocate for themself and be respected by those around them."[4] Both reviewers noted the inclusion of material informing readers about ribbon skirts, powwows, and related topics at the back of the book.[3][4]

The book was a finalist for the 2025 GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Graphic Novel/Anthology.[5] It was also included in 2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children reading list by Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Kirichanskaya, Michele (2024-10-12). "Interview with Cameron Mukwa, Creator of The Ribbon Skirt". Geeks OUT. Retrieved 2026-08-19.
  2. ↑ Benallie, Kalle (2024-06-24). "Being seen: 'The Ribbon Skirt' graphic novel". ICT. Retrieved 2026-08-19.
  3. 1 2 3 Cameron, Mukwa. "The Ribbon Skirt". School Library Journal. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
  4. 1 2 3 "The Ribbon Skirt by Cameron Mukwa". www.publishersweekly.com. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
  5. ↑ "GLAAD ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR THE 36th ANNUAL GLAAD MEDIA AWARDS | GLAAD". 2025-01-22. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
  6. ↑ "2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List | Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table". www.ala.org. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
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