{{Short description|Young Adult Graphic Novel}} {{Infobox book | image = File:Neverlanders.jpg | author = [[Tom Taylor (writer)|Tom Taylor]] | isbn = 9781761049071 | pub_date = September 20, 2022 | publisher = Razorbill/ Penguin | genre = | published = 2022 | name = Neverlanders | language = English | illustrator = Jon Sommariva }}
Winner of the [[Children's Book of the Year Award: Older Readers|Children's Book of the Year]], '''Neverlanders''' is a young adult graphic novel by the #1 [[The New York Times|New York Times]] bestselling author [[Tom Taylor (writer)|Tom Taylor]] and artist Jon Sommariva. Neverlanders is set in the well-known world of [[Peter Pan (character)|Peter Pan]],<ref>{{Cite web |last=Greene |first=Jules Chin |date=2022-08-03 |title=Tom Taylor & Jon Sommariva Reimagine Peter Pan In Neverlanders (Exclusive) |url=https://screenrant.com/neverlanders-peter-pan-graphic-novel-tom-taylor-jon-sommariva/ |access-date=2023-04-13 |website=ScreenRant |language=en}}</ref> but serves as a gritty sequel of a found family after the fall of the Lost Boys and Peter Pan.
== Content == The story of Neverlanders goes beyond the tale of the sole surviving Lost Boy. Neverlanders delves into the world of runaways who find themselves transported to [[Neverland]] to experience the chaotic aftermath of Peter Pan's fall. The young people band together with General [[Tinker Bell|Tinkerbell]] and her army of fairies to protect Neverland and their future from the greedy adults of Otherland.
== Critical reception ==
The book debuted to positive reviews. According to [[Kirkus Reviews]], "The fast-paced, adventure-filled storyline forms a well-constructed story that adapts elements from the original world of Peter Pan and includes touches of humor that will keep readers engaged." "The illustrations are bright and expressive, with creatively varied panels that draw readers' eyes. Names and physical appearances highlight a racially diverse cast."<ref>{{cite news|title=Neverlanders Tom Taylor|url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/tom-taylor/neverlanders/|accessdate=29 August 2022|newspaper=Kirkus Reviews|date=24 May 2022}}</ref>
[[Booklist]] noted, "Neverlanders reimagines J. M. Barrie's classic Peter Pan in a darker, grittier atmosphere that nonetheless maintains many of the core themes from the original. Taylor and Sommariva inject the classic story with contemporary characters and concerns, and the dynamic, cinematic artwork heightens the high-fantasy feel. Tween fantasy fans will appreciate this engaging ensemble adventure with a solid friendship plot at its heart."<ref>{{cite news|title=Neverlanders Tom Taylor Jon Sommariva|url=https://www.booklistonline.com/Neverlanders-Jon-Sommariva/pid=9764632}}</ref>
[[School Library Journal]] said, "This original take on Peter Pan […] brings a new generation into the fold, and the world of the story completely to life with intricate art laced with rich hues of greens and blues. Readers will not want to leave the characters behind in this magical world. Create room on the shelf for this new fantasy graphic novel with roots in the classic, filled with action-packed battles and splendid depictions of a steampunk world. <ref>{{cite news|title=Neverlanders Review|url=https://www.slj.com/review/neverlanders}}</ref>
== Awards ==
In 2023, Neverlanders became the first graphic novel to win the prestigious [[Children's Book of the Year Award: Older Readers]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Think comics aren't books. This Graphic Novel just won book of the year |date=18 August 2023 |url=https://www.smh.com.au/culture/books/think-comics-aren-t-books-this-graphic-novel-just-won-book-of-the-year-20230817-p5dxd6.html}}</ref>
Neverlanders also won a [[The Ledger Awards|Comic Arts Award of Australia]] in 2023.
In 2025, Neverlanders won the Prix Des Collegiens De La Somme, awarded in Amiens, France, where the book is published by [[Dupuis]] with the title "Retour à Neverland".
Neverlanders has been nominated for the [[Aurealis Award for best illustrated book or graphic novel]]<ref>{{Cite web |last=aaconvenor |date=2023-03-09 |title=2022 Aurealis Awards Shortlist Announcement |url=https://aurealisawards.org/2023/03/09/2022-aurealis-awards-shortlist-announcement/ |access-date=2023-04-13 |website=Aurealis Awards |language=en}}</ref> and the ASLA DANZ Children's Book Award
==Film adaptation== In November 2025, an animated film adaptation was announced to be in the works at Australian company Pixel Zoo. Taylor and Sommariva will be involved as writer and art director respectively.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://deadline.com/2025/11/neverlanders-ya-movie-development-australia-1236606535/|title= Pixel Zoo Animation Studios Developing Tom Taylor & Jon Sommariva’s Peter Pan-Inspired ‘Neverlanders’ As Movie|date= November 4, 2025|access-date= November 4, 2025|first= Jesse|last= Whittock|work= Deadline Hollywood}}</ref>
==Interviews/articles==
*[https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/peter-pan-inspired-neverlanders-acquired-by-penguin-random-house-4073965 'Peter Pan'-Inspired 'Neverlanders' Acquired by Penguin Random House] ''[[Hollywood Reporter]]'' *[https://www.ign.com/articles/neverlanders-becomes-first-comic-book-to-win-prestigious-cbca-award Neverlanders Becomes First Comic Book to Win Prestigious CBCA Award] ''[[IGN]]'' *[https://screenrant.com/neverlanders-award-winner-tom-taylor/ Tom Taylor Children's Comic Makes History With Award Win] ''[[Screen Rant]]''
== References == {{Reflist}}
{{Children's Book of the Year Award for Older Readers}}
[[Category:Australian young adult novels]] [[Category:English novels]]