Cheer Up! is a fantastic graphic novel that I would recommend to anyone. Annie is forced to join the cheer team to improve her college application odds. Annie is firmly convinced that her attempt to be social and join a team will end horribly. However, as Annie reconnects with Bebe, a trans girl who must balance keeping her grades up and coordinating the cheer team, she discovers that it might not be so terrible after all. Adorableness ensues!

I really loved this graphic novel! While Bebe and Annie experience plenty of obstacles from well-meaning teammates to protective parents, there are so many cute moments. These range from honest conversations, gentle encouragement, and a fabulous homecoming dance. One of my favorite parts of the story is seeing the growth and self-confidence that both girls gain. It is so heartwarming to see their journey and I think every library should have a copy of this book. I also really love to see friendship between girls addressed with kindness and realism, which is expertly done with the cheer team. The art style is bright and sets the tone well.

Cheer Up! has been compared to Fence and Check, Please! which feels very accurate to me. If you enjoy coming-of-age stories that tackle important topics, contain LGBTQ+ rep, and lovable characters then you need to read Cheer Up! Thank you to Crystal Frasier, Val Wise, Oni Press, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.