HEY, KIDDO is Jarrett Krosoczka's tale of his family and dealing with drug addiction. Never knowing his father and having a mother who was either in rehab or jail, Jarrett grew up living with his grandparents. Their love for him was obvious, but it wasn't always smooth going. His mother was in and out of the picture so he never truly learned to count on her for anything.
From the time he could hold a pencil, Jarrett loved to draw. It helped him pass the time and also helped him express himself. His grandparents made sure he had the opportunity to take art classes at the art museum, and he was introduced to comics. In high school he was offered a chance to draw for the school paper and loved every minute of it.
Jarrett describes finally getting to meet his father. Finding out he had a half-brother and sister was the best thing about finally connecting with his dad.
Despite an often tumultuous life Jarrett graduates and heads off to college to study art. He explains that the experiences of his early life taught much about himself and what it takes to be a family. In several narrative sections at the end of the book, Jarrett explains his inspiration and the process required to create this graphic novel.
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