Shark Summer is a graphic novel set on Martha’s Vineyard, where three kids—Gayle, Elijah, and Maddie—team up to make a film for a local contest. While a big-budget shark movie is being shot on the island, the trio investigate eerie legends tied to a mysterious mansion and its reclusive owner. As they dig deeper, they uncover secrets that connect the island’s past to their own lives. Blending mystery, adventure, and heartfelt moments, Shark Summer is a coming-of-age story about friendship, creativity, and the courage to face both real and imagined fears.

“Marcks…has accomplished an unusual feat with cinematic homage” — New York Times Book Review

About Ira Marcks:

Ira Marcks is an award-winning graphic novelist based in Upstate New York. His books, including The New York Times recommended Shark Summer and Spirit Week, blend mystery, adventure, and heartfelt storytelling. Marcks is also a popular online educator, having inspired over 100,000 students through his creative courses. His passion for strange fiction and scientific research has led to collaborations with the Hugo Award-winning magazine Weird Tales, the European Research Council, and a White House Fellowship Scientist. Marcks co-hosts the podcast Cartoon Feelings, where he discusses iconic works of animated storytelling.