This guide provides a list of highly recommended graphic novels to introduce readers to an often misunderstood, underrated genre of literature.

Feb 10, 2011 - Alex Saveliev

Help children discover the joy of kids comic books by introducing them to Owly, Jellaby, and Binky the Space Cat.

Jun 26, 2009 - Michael Jung

Reader's blogs, opinion sites, and listmania aside, where can readers find a useful, authoritative list of the greatest graphic novels for teens?

Jun 11, 2010 - Francine Morrissette

Some of the best graphic novels adapted for the screen to make wonderful films.

Jun 13, 2011 - Gregory Breen

Science fiction manga Saturn Apartments makes the YALSA's top list for graphic novels. Other manga from VIZ Media also received a mention.

Jan 17, 2011 - Angela Eastman

Jeff Lemire's Essex County graphic novel series deals hard-hitting life lessons sure to connect with mature or reluctant readers in your classroom.

Jan 21, 2009 - Aric Mitchell

An autobiographical graphic novel about love, lung cancer, and life, as seen through the eyes of Artist Ross Mackintosh.

Sep 22, 2011 - Shawn Swanson

Eisner-nominated writer/artist Scott Chantler and celebrated children's author Jane Yolen offer new graphic novels for kids.

Sep 18, 2010 - Michael Jung

In anticipation of the upcoming Warner Brothers summer film, DC Comics reissues this compendium of origin stories about the fearsome bounty hunter. 3/5

Jun 2, 2010 - Dominic Messier

The adventures of Blake and Mortimer are finally available again in English in a new series of graphic novels from Cinebook Publishing.

Mar 7, 2008 - Erin Britton

For many teachers and adults, comic books, sometimes called graphic novels, are simple escapism - but comic books offer the opportunity for insight and discussion.

Dec 8, 2007 - Michael Dando

A black reporter who can pass as white goes undercover in the Deep South of the 1930s to investigate lynchings and to save his brother.

Jun 13, 2010 - Rebecca Coates

Essex County was written and illustrated by Jeff Lemire. The latest edition collects the complete Essex County trilogy as well as two previously unpublished stories.

Mar 2, 2010 - Wes Walcott

Just like most movies, comic books are a visual form of storytelling developed from scene-based narrative or a script. Write comic books online and offline.

Dec 21, 2010 - Iam Jaebi

The graphic novel of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies has been adapted by Tony Lee and Cliff Richards from the 2009 bestselling book by Seth Grahame-Smith.

May 30, 2010 - Vic Sanborn

WildStorm's newest comic A God Somewhere (John Arcudi, Peter Snejbjerg, Bjarne Hansen) may be too heavy and violent for some, but is an engrossing story.

Jun 2, 2010 - Angela Eastman

You don't need superpowers to be the girl heroes in these kids graphic novels that celebrate the girl power in everyday life.

Apr 25, 2009 - Michael Jung

In the mood for comic book stories that aren't about superheroes? These graphic novels show what can be accomplished in independent storytelling.

Jan 27, 2012 - Michael Jung

It's a fascinating and increasingly popular medium, but comics aren't as simple as they might seem. Here are a few useful definitions to know.

Jun 21, 2009 - Liane Tsui

From a daydreaming mouse to a telepathic dog, the animal protagonists in these kids comic books will delight children of all ages.

Apr 24, 2009 - Michael Jung