Graphic novels have been popular for decades, but it seems like they're rarely part of the mainstream. Many of us find ourselves battling between comics and visual novels and their differences, while a small portion of the world still finds graphic novels to be inferior to traditional novels. Hopefully, if you're here, you're not someone with such a view - but if you are, here's to hoping one of our selections can change your mind.

Whether you're a newbie to the industry or someone who's looking for your new favorite graphic novel, we're here to help. We'll keep our descriptions relatively brief on these books, so we don't spoil anything. Here are our six favorite graphic novels for you to 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:fill your bookshelves with today.

No list of this sort would be complete without two books - Watchmen and Maus. We'll get into Maus later, but for now, let's look at a book often considered to be the greatest superhero story of all time. Watchmen looks at the idea of the superhero as a societal figure and what impact it has on the world around it. Think of it as a more serious and darker version of The Boys.

This is a grim story that undoes many of our ideals and isn't something we can condone you giving to children for its intense themes. Stories like Watchmen are what inspired modern-day stories like Injustice and the aforementioned The Boys, so make sure you know what you're getting into with this one before you add it to your 168澳洲幸运5开奖网:display shelves.

And for that second titan of graphic novels, we have Art Spiegelman's Maus. You've likely heard of this story, either through its well-deserved fame or through it being banned in some schools in the United States in recent years. We aren't going to go into the politics of the bans for several reasons, but as the author, I'll say one thing - break those bans, find this book, and read it immediately.

Maus focuses on the Holocaust, set in a metaphorical world where the Jews and many other victims are mice while the perpetrators of the Holocaust are cats. We see the story from a survivor's perspective, moved through with rich narration, hauntingly beautiful imagery, and an enrapturing story that's almost impossible to put down. This story took home the Pulitzer Prize and deserves every second of the praise it gets. We're hoping that you're the next person to add this heart-achingly moving story to your library.

Many of the most popular graphic novels are decades old - what about something more recent?168澳洲幸运5开奖网: For Sci-Fi, we didn't want to go for any of the enormous IPs that we are all already familiar with. Instead, what about a niche that's spawned a global community of music fans and literature lovers alike? If you've heard of the band Coheed & Cambria, you know where we're going with this entry.

The Amory Wars is a story that spans across a galaxy and a great deal of time. This graphic novel contains more than 400 pages of stories, comics, graphic novellas, and more from the universe, telling the cohesive story of The Crowing, Coheed, Cambria, and countless other characters. The story is written by Claudio Sanchez, frontman of Coheed & Cambria, and his wife and writing partner Chondra Echert. The stories in this universe directly influence the band's music, with the vast majority of their albums being based directly on the world of the Amory Wars.

Currently, the possible finale of the Amory Wars story is being written with the conclusion of the No World For Tomorrow arc. As of writing this, four volumes are out with a trade copy planned for a late ꦓ2024 release. Catch up while you can!

Graphic novels are great, video games are great, why aren't we combining the two more often? Cult of the Lamb has been an immensely popular game since its release a few years ago, taking the roguelike world by storm. In the game, you play as the last of the sacrificial Lambs, murdered in a ritual by the Bishops of the Old Faith to seal away the gods that came before them. But as death claims you, the mysterious figure instead turns you to his disciple, lending you his powers so that you can cut down the Bishops in his name.

Why's the game so relevant to the graphic novel? The graphic novel is a direct novelization of the game. That is to say, this graphic novel canonizes the events of the game into a set story rather than our own individual playthroughs. It sticks to the campaign pretty strictly, so you don't have to worry about any canon-shattering events happening. If you've played the game, you know how this excellent story plays out.

The first Saga came out quite some time ago, so why are we talking about it in 2024? There are a couple of reasons, with the first being that there's never a bad time to talk about this incredible story. The second is because, unlike most stories on this list, Saga is still ongoing. After a lengthy hiatus, the writers have returned to Saga to continue the... well, to continue the saga, I suppose.

Half Romeo & Juliet and half planet-hopping sci-fi epic, Saga pits two struggling parents into a world of political turmoil as they struggle to raise their child in secrecy. There's nothing in this story that isn't moving, but there's plenty that we want to avoid spoiling, so I'm going to leave the description there. There are 11 trade copies of this graphic novel out as of writing this, so go pick up the first one and get to work.

Scott Pilgrim is a story that's been hard to avoid for nearly 20 years now, and that's a fact I'm thankful for. Whether you love this story for its side-scrolling beat-'em-up video game, the live action movie, or the graphic novels themselves, we can't recommend Scott Pilgrim enough.

Based (mostly) in Toronto, this story follows the titular failure Scott as he grapples with his life, romances, and more. Pitted in battle against seven evil exes to win the heart of the girl he's fallen for, this story is part musical, part video game, and all comedy. It's been getting more attention since the late 2023 release of the anime Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, so if you're still waiting to hop on the bus, here's your sign.

FAQ

Are Graphic Novels Still Popular?

Absolutely, yes. We've focused on some older novels here because these are considered some of the best you can find. Graphic novels are exceptionally varied and you can find something to match nearly any taste.

Are Graphic Novels Easier To Read?

Not necessarily. Using graphics and pictures makes them go quicker, and you have a visual aid that can help you picture the things you're reading. But that isn't to say that graphic novels are simple, juvenile, or easy to read in comparison to a non-graphic traditional novel.

Where Can I find Graphic Novels?

My favorite place to check is local brick-and-mortar stores like comic shops and bookstores. If they don't have what you want, they can often order it for you for pick-up. But if you don't want to wait or if you're looking for something elusive, using online platforms is often the easiest.