STARRED REVIEW: “In another time and in different societies, librarians and people with psychosocial disabilities held similar positions: namely guardians of human knowledge. The author, one of the American Library Association's 2015 Emerging Leaders, reclaims this in Celeste "Cel" Walden, a woman of color fired from her library assistant job due to her multiply diagnosed mental illness. She interviews—and is hired—for an archivist gig at the Logan Museum, an 83-year-old institution housing "one of the largest collections of antique medical photographs, documents, and books," according to the museum's exceptionally groovy purple-and-blue-haired librarian, a black woman named Holly Park. With the job comes an apartment that archivists are strongly encouraged to live in due to the overnight hours. The museum also has an aloof, black chief curator named Abayomi Abiola, a history of use as a health facility of many sorts, and a mysterious board of directors…and a ghost connected to the time when the museum served as an asylum for people diagnosed with mental illness. The ghost spurs Celeste to seek justice for her and, in the process—with help from Holly and eventually Abayomi—helps Celeste seek wholeness for herself in terms of her condition. The author and illustrator bring a warm honesty, visually and narrativewise, to the characters, who are mostly people of color, as they navigate the complexities of mental illness, sexuality, love, and social responsibility. In their appealing protagonist, Weir and Steenz return both librarians and people with mental and emotional distress to their original, esteemed roles as keepers of truthful history.” - Kirkus

“Gr 9 Up–Desperate for a new job, Cel accepts a position as a live-in overnight archivist at a museum of medical history, despite reservations. When a ghostly figure from the museum’s past begins haunting both her waking and dreaming life, Cel is driven to help the ghost while risking her job, her safety, and her mental health. Cel struggles with depression and anxiety and has been avoiding treatment since losing her previous job. In part through her research into the loathsome psychiatric remedies of the past, Cel realizes the importance of obtaining effective contemporary treatment. This horror story is more atmospheric than gory, aside from some bloody noses, and effectively creates an unsettling mood. The rich colors, comic interjections, and expressive features and gestures of Steenz’s art add levity. The art also illuminates the characters’ personalities, including Cel’s stylish and skilled librarian supervisor, Holly; the awkward but dedicated curator Abayom; and, of course, Cel herself. VERDICT A character-driven, creepy, but ultimately hopeful ghost story for graphic novel collections serving teens and new adults.” - School Library Journal

“With its focus on mental health topics, this book is more than just a fun read.” - YALSA's The Hub

“Archival Quality is a delightfully spooky story, but beneath its surface is an honest, vulnerable look at mental health. Cel is imminently relatable: charming, frustrating and real. I love her. I love this book.” - Kate Leth (Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat!)

- Rights acquisition announced through Publishers Weekly rights report.

- Announcement at The Hollywood Reporter. Re-circulated through The Hollywood Reporter's industry newsletter.

- Announcement press release sent to the publisher's press, retailer, and librarian lists.

- Social media coverage of the announcement.

- Included in the Oni Press Spring 2018 catalog for buyers.

- Print adverts included in Oni Press periodicals, Library Journal, and School Library Journal.

- ARC distribution to trade review journals, and select press, book buyers, and librarians.

- Creator signings at Emerald City Comiccon 2018 in Seattle, WA and C2E2 2018 in Chicago, IL.

- Local author and illustrator appearances in St. Louis, MO, and Philadelphia, PN.

- Author and illustrator appearances at ALA Annual Conference 2018 in New Orleans, LA.\

- Targeted awards outreach.