Graphic Novel

Speak Up

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Speak Up! By Rebecca Burgess, Rebecca Burgess (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Rebecca Burgess, Rebecca Burgess (Illustrator)
$13.99
ISBN: 9780063081192
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Published: Quill Tree Books - September 13th, 2022

Secret identities, superheroes, music, and middle school! A beautiful story about an autistic kid learning to love who she is. Advocating for yourself is an important lesson!

Hazel


Shuna's Journey

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Shuna's Journey By Hayao Miyazaki, Alex Dudok de Wit (Translated by) Cover Image
By Hayao Miyazaki, Alex Dudok de Wit (Translated by)
$27.99
ISBN: 9781250846525
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Published: First Second - November 1st, 2022

A newly translated Miyazaki story! Shuna's Journey is a strange, almost grim adventure. In it can be found the thematic and visual roots of several Ghibli classics, especially Princess Mononoke and Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind. Great for seasoned Ghibli fans and newcomers alike!

Piera


I Am Not Starfire

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I Am Not Starfire By Mariko Tamaki, Yoshi Yoshitani (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Mariko Tamaki, Yoshi Yoshitani (Illustrator)
$16.99
ISBN: 9781779501264
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Published: DC Comics - July 27th, 2021

Legendary Teen Tiatn Starfire is back, this time with Mandy, her sullen teen daughter who is nothing at all like her mother- or so she thinks. Born without powers, Mandy has her own problems to worry about- like that fact she walked out of her SATs- without her mom's stardom getting in the way. But when an old face from Starfire's past appears and threatens everything she holds dear, Mandy will have to step up and find the power within herself to fight back. Beautiful art and characters, great for all ages!

Jen


Way Of The Househusband, Vol 1

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The Way of the Househusband, Vol. 1 By Kousuke Oono Cover Image
$12.99
ISBN: 9781974709403
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Published: VIZ Media LLC - September 17th, 2019

A lighthearted and funny read about what retirement looks like for a former Yakuza boss. It turns out, what makes one a good househusband isn't too far off what makes one a badass boss...as long as you don't trip on the vaccum cable.

Mish


Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen

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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen: Who Killed Jimmy Olsen? By Matt Fraction, Steve Leiber (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Matt Fraction, Steve Leiber (Illustrator)
$29.99
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ISBN: 9781779504623
Published: DC Comics - October 27th, 2020

Jimmy Olsen is mostly known, both in his world and ours, as being Superman’s pal. But he’s got so much more going on than that as a photographer for the Daily Planet and general haver of hijinks. This romp through the weirder corners of the DC Universe is sure to satisfy old and new comics fans alike.

Shana


Ex Machina Omnibus

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Ex Machina Compendium One By Brian K. Vaughan, Tony Harris (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Brian K. Vaughan, Tony Harris (Illustrator)
$59.99
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ISBN: 9781401299897
Published: DC Comics - March 24th, 2020

Somehow, in spite of my love for Saga, Runaways, and all of BKV's other modern classics, I missed Ex Machina. Finally discovered it through this omnibus and WOW! As timely now as it was when it was first released this techno-thriller is rooted in the real world while offering some sterling sci-fi. Makes for a great gift or quarantine binge.

 

Caleb


Baba Yaga's Assistant

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Baba Yaga's Assistant By Marika McCoola, Emily Carroll (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Marika McCoola, Emily Carroll (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9781536213102
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Published: Candlewick - June 2nd, 2020

Child-eating witches, clever girls...and a house on chicken legs! An adventure for graphic-novel loving kids and those who enjoy remixed fairytales and folklore.

[Note: Yes, I wrote this book, but I'm staff picking it as a December birthday present to myself and my grandmother, and in honor of her memory (the book is dedicated to her, and she did get to see it before she died). I was due to be born on my grandmother's birthday and she died the night before mine. She was the daughter of a bookstore owner, and grew up in the shop. Her love of books is one of her greatest gifts to me.]

Marika


Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise

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Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise Library Edition By Gene Luen Yang, Gurihiru (Illustrator), Bryan Koneitzko, Gurihiru (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Gene Luen Yang, Gurihiru (Illustrator), Bryan Koneitzko, Gurihiru (Illustrator)
$39.99
ISBN: 9781616550745
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Published: Dark Horse Books - February 19th, 2013

Picking up exactly where the animated series left off, this is a perfect read for everyone who, like myself, spent parts of their pandemic re-visiting the world of The Last Avatar. The art meshes perfectly with the show and the writing nails each character so well you can't help but hear their voices in your head. 

Caleb


The Magicians: The New Class

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The Magicians: The New Class By Lev Grossman, Lilah Sturges, Pius Bak (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Lev Grossman, Lilah Sturges, Pius Bak (Illustrator)
$19.99
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ISBN: 9781684155651
Published: Archaia - August 25th, 2020

Whether you're a fan of the dearly departed TV show, a devotee of the original novels, or just a passerby looking for a gripping, diverse, "adult Harry Potter"-style tale of magic and murder, this is the graphic novel for you. This is a fresh new take on one of my favorite franchises and I was instantly hooked. More please.

Caleb


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