Sardine in Outer Space

Emmanuel Guibert and Joann Sfar, the celebrated French duo behind Sardine in Outer Space, launched this whimsical, all-ages comic series with First Second in 2006. Following the intergalactic adventures of a plucky young heroine and her space-pirate crew, the six-issue run blends Sfar's lively, expressive art with Guibert's playful storytelling, often translated by Edward Gauvin and Sasha Watson. A charming entry in the European bande dessinée tradition, it stands out for its imaginative, kid-friendly sci-fi that never talks down to its readers.