The Space Between Hesitation And Hope – Nakama Press Announces ‘A Little Step’ Vol. 1
by Brendan M. Allen
Sometimes, all it takes is a little courage, a shared melody, and one small step to change everything … Mad Cave Studios imprint Nakama Press has announced A Little Step Vol. 1 by Mimi Szeto. The deeply personal graphic novel based on the author’s own life is set for release in fall 2025.
Set in 2000s-era Hong Kong, this standalone volume captures the fragile spark of teenage friendship and the quiet courage it takes to follow your passions. Through delicately composed visuals and emotionally honest storytelling, A Little Step tells the story of a girl who draws and a boy who plays guitar—two teens unsure of their place in the world, yet brave enough to take a step forward together.
Yu-kiu Lau, a fifth-year student, had always dreamed of studying at a foreign art university. However, because she feared others’ critiques of her work, she couldn’t find it within herself to submit any of her creations. One day, while Yu-kiu was in the art room, she heard a beautiful guitar sound from downstairs. It turned out to be played by Ho-yuet Lee, a classmate with a questionable reputation…
“It was an incredible honor to partner with Nakama Press,” said Szeto. “For A Little Step to be my first commercially published comic and to reach English-speaking audiences—it truly felt like a strong boost of encouragement in my creative journey. I genuinely believed that the language of comics was a universal one, capable of crossing both linguistic and cultural boundaries.”
A Little Step Vol. 1 hits shelves November 4th, 2025. Preorder now through your local comic shop or favorite bookstore.
