graphic novels

In an article about I Am Not Starfire, Mandy and Starfire face each other, locking eyes against a red and pink background.

‘I Am Not Starfire’ Lacks That DC Comics Charm, but It’s Still Worth a Try

Mariko Tamaki’s latest graphic novel is marked by a slew of both positive and negative reviews, leaving potential readers at a loss of what to do.…

August 18, 2021

Illustrations of headphones on top of a graphic novel with a phone showing an audiobook.

Graphic Novels Can Reshape Our Notion of What Constitutes ‘Reading’

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

It’s time for society to drop the idea that stories told with words and artwork are lesser than their more traditional counterparts.…

July 26, 2021

An illustration of Superman for an article about starting new superhero comic books. (Illustration by Mel Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

Best Superhero Comic Books for Beginners

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

Getting into a new superhero may seem daunting, but these Spider-Man, Superman, Batman and crossover series can help you do just that.…

February 6, 2021

Tips for Getting Kids Genuinely Interested in Reading

Daniel Reed

Children aren't always excited to get into books, but if you're smart about it, you can turn them into voracious readers in no time.…

December 8, 2020

illustration by Shelly Freund of Siren's Lament

‘Siren’s Lament’ Is a Webtoon Series Worth a Deep Dive

Anna Swenson, Butler University

This digital comic blends manga influences with Disney-inspired artwork to create a compelling tale of romance by the sea.…

September 15, 2020

Want More of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’? There’s More Where That Came From

Anna Swenson, Butler University

For fans who just finished the series, leaving the world they've come to love just isn't an option. Fortunately, they don't have to.…

June 20, 2020

Marjane Satrapi’s ‘Embroideries’ Shows Feminism Knows No Borders

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Even nearly 20 years later, this classic graphic novel from the author of 'Persepolis' stands up for women, not just in Iran, but worldwide.…

June 5, 2020

HBO’s ‘Watchmen’ Is All About Change

Brendan Bell, Towson University

HBO’s adaption of the iconic comic caused controversy over creative liberties taken with its source material.…

January 20, 2020

The Beginner’s Guide to Reading Comic Books

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

Get ready to dive into star-trotting space operas and meet super-powered web slingers.…

December 30, 2019

Emily Carroll’s ‘When I Arrived at the Castle’ Is a Triumph of Gothic, Lesbian Literature

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The graphic novel is as creative as it is captivating.…

June 6, 2019

Lights Poxleitner-Bokan’s Dual Graphic Novel + Album, ‘Skin&Earth,’ Is Ingenious

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

The two projects, which are completely interrelated, break down the barriers between text, image, emotion and sound.…

March 18, 2019

Why the Graphic Novel ‘Bloom’ Should Be in Your TBR Pile

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Bakery, young love and a tenuous music career? Sounds like a recipe for intrigue.…

March 7, 2019

The 6 Most Anticipated Graphic Novels Coming Out in 2019

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

It's going to be a banner year for graphic novels.…

December 21, 2018

The 8 Most Important Graphic Novels of 2018

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

From a society populated solely by women to a young ghost who delights in wearing a sheet, these stories will haunt you in every possible sense of the word.…

September 19, 2018

The Best Graphic Novels to Read If You’ve Never Read a Graphic Novel

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

*Note* These are also great if you have read a graphic novel.…

July 30, 2018

‘The Adventure Zone’ Podcast Is Getting Its Own Graphic Novel

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

'The Adventure Zone: Here There Be Gerblins!' is a dream come true for fans of the podcast.…

June 14, 2018

11 Indie Comics Perfect for Comic Fans in Need of a Palate Cleanser

Abraham Ramirez, University of California, Los Angeles

Sick of Superman? Indie comics offer gorier, more sexually active characters with storylines intended for a mature audience.…

May 22, 2018

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