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Graphic novels remain one of the most active and rapidly evolving areas of publishing, and forthcoming releases reflect both the format’s commercial strength and its expanding creative range. For libraries, this breadth translates into opportunities to serve diverse readerships across age groups and interests while responding to sustained demand for visual storytelling.
LJ talks with cartoonist and illustrator Tillie Walden about the inspiration for her forthcoming graphic novel Charity and Sylvia, writing historical biography in comics form, and queer life in the 19th century.
January Sun is a graphic novelist, visual development designer, and illustrator. Sun was selected to draw LJ’s April cover, celebrating the textual and visual pleasures of reading graphic novels. In this interview, she discusses the cover design and message, her style, favorite graphic novels, and working with vertical versus horizontal sequential art.
Although this nationally syndicated comic strip was written 30 years ago, the stories and societal critiques are still applicable today. Readers will likely embrace being part of this sisterhood of outspoken friends.
Respected fine artist Yoshimizu propels an enormous cast through a complicated plot that twists and turns without ever losing momentum and presents action sequences—of which there are many—in brilliantly disorienting compositions that emphasize speed and a sense of unfolding carnage. Fun for fans of Manga, crime epics, espionage thrillers, action adventure, and bold choices in illustration and storytelling.
Fearless Females
The difficulty of growing up in a culture you feel no commonality with is powerful in this volume and will definitely resonate with some readers. Others will be touched by the humor amid the drama. A must for most collections, especially those with the previous books in the series.
Comics continue redefining boundaries, tackling complex social issues, and educating readers, even as they entertain.
Exploring the history, future, and philosophy of comics, the inaugural graphic novels panel, “The Graphic Format: Picture the Possibilities,” featured two giants of comics publishing: DC Comics and Fantagraphics Books.
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