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Five Unique and Unusual Graphic Novels and Manga

marianne — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:28 +0000

Graphic novels and manga are super versatile—seriously, they allow for tons of creativity and cool, unique approaches that lead to reading experiences and subject matter you just won’t find elsewhere. While a bunch of the big hits are for teens, there are also absolutely fantastic and gripping stories written just for adults. These adult narratives often really push the boundaries of the medium to dive into complex, grown-up themes. The mix of the art, the writing, and the whole package is totally one-of-a-kind!

We’ve pulled together a list of some must-read graphic novels and manga, all available right now in the Adult Graphic Novel section at your local public library.

Building Stories by Chris Ware

This multi-piece item contains 14 separate booklets and materials. It presents an illustrated tale, told in various books and folded sheets, about the residents in a three-story Chicago apartment building, including a lonely single woman, a couple who are growing to despise each other, and an elderly landlady. Due to the size, this item is an “in-house” item not available for check out, only accessible in person at the Waldorf West library.

Berserk by Kentarō Miura

With 41 books, this manga series has been beloved since it first began in 1989. Considered a classic, this gore-filled power fantasy of being a huge hero and swinging an even bigger sword is engaging even before the reader realizes the humor and emotional heart at the center of the characters.

A Right To Be Hostile: The Boondocks Treasury by Aaron McGruder; foreword by Michael Moore

The original comic strips inspired an acclaimed animated TV show that ran for 4 seasons. This book is a collection of the syndicated comic that provides a look at life in America as seen through the eyes of two African-American kids transplanted from the south side of Chicago to Woodcrest, a community in the middle of nowhere.

My Pancreas Broke But My Life Got Better by Kabi Nagata

This is the latest diary manga from the Harvey Award-winning creator of My Lesbian Experience With Loneliness and My Wandering Warrior Existence. In this new autobiographical manga following My Wandering Warrior Existence, Nagata Kabi has quit drinking in an attempt to get healthier, or she’s trying to, anyway. Her former struggles with alcohol led to pancreatitis and a serious hospitalization, and now she has no choice but to give up drinking. Follow the author as she details the quest to improve her health during a global pandemic.

Kill 6 Billion Demons by Tom Parkinson-Morgan

This series began as an online webcomic in 2013 and quickly enraptured thousands. Sorority sister Allison Ruth must travel to Throne, the ancient city at the center of the multiverse, in an epic bid to save her boyfriend from the clutches of the seven evil kings that rule creation (summary provided by the publisher). Eventually published as a physical book series, this is an inventive sci-fi epic with intricate illustrations.

Remember to check out Libby, the free library book and audiobook app, for even more graphic novels and manga. Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members and are not intended to be comprehensive lists. We’d love to hear your ideas, so write to us and tell us what you’d recommend.

Graphic Novel Bingo!

webadmin — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:00:49 +0000

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Grab your colored markers and good luck charms because December is Bingo Month! While no one is sure of the exact date the game was invented, we CAN trace the game’s origins back to 1530s Italy. To help celebrate, we thought we’d give you some ideas to develop your own Bingo card using graphic novels and comics found on Hoopla Digital, which are available to use with your CCPL card!

Here’s how this works: Every Bingo card has 25 spaces, with five spaces under each letter of the word “BINGO.” To win, you need to fill five spaces in a row, be it up and down, across or diagonal (or if you’re really ambitious, you can fill the entire card). We’ve made a Bingo card with 25 comic book titles, authors, and tropes – 5 for each letter. You can follow along with our selections using the card at the bottom or come up with your own! It’s cold out there in these winter months, so see how many different Bingo’s you can get! Don’t forget to shout “BINGO” when you’re done!

“B” is for…

Batman – We figured we’d start with an easy one. There’s a lot of Batman content on Hoopla! From classic titles like Batman: Year One and The Dark Knight Returns to more modern tales like The Court of Owls and Three Jokers, there’s enough Batman to keep you busy for a while. Just make sure you’re keeping track of the time. It’s always dangerous to be in Gotham City after dark!

Buffy the Vampire Slayer – Even if you weren’t alive in the 90’s, you’ve probably at least heard of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The cult classic movie led to the wildly popular TV series (and spin-off Angel) and was a huge pop culture phenomenon. While the TV show lasted 7 seasons, the story didn’t end there! It continued in comic form and even rebooted with several spin-offs. If you’re itching for some nostalgia, try Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Season 11, or the standalone story Buffy ‘97.

Black Panther – Whether on the silver screen or the pulpy pages of a graphic novel, the Black Panther is a character that is very important to a lot of people. His presence in graphic novels is historical, whether it’s a classic story from the 1970s or a modern one, like the run written by Ta-Nehisi Coates. He’s even thrown down with everyone’s favorite wisecracker, Deadpool. It’s never a bad time for a trip to Wakanda.

Big Bad Guys – A popular trope for comic books is the giant, seemingly insurmountable villain. Maybe you want to read more about Thanos and his history as a villain. Or maybe you’re interested in the reality destroying Anti-Monitor from DC’s Crisis on Infinite Earths. Perhaps you’d be interested in looking in on one of The Fantastic Four’s many battles with the entity big enough to eat an entire planet, Galactus. Or maybe you’re more interested in Do A Powerbomb, featuring an interstellar wrestling tournament where the final match is against God himself. Either way, if you like to watch your normal-sized heroes battling against adversaries that tower over them, there’s almost definitely a comic for you.

Brian Michael Bendis – One of the comic’s most prolific creators, Brian Michael Bendis is a name most modern comic fans are familiar with. He was responsible for the popular Ultimate Spider-Man series, which began as a modern re-telling of Peter Parker’s origin and eventually spawned the popular Miles Morales character. He also wrote the gritty “cops vs. superheroes” series, Powers, and non-superhero stories like the crime drama Jinx. If you want to check off your “B” on your card with a critically acclaimed author, Bendis is a good place to start.

“I” is for…

Invincible – You probably know that the popular animated series began as a comic by Robert Kirkman (of The Walking Dead fame), so now’s the perfect time to check out the graphic novels! If you aren’t familiar with the series, it features a teen who discovers he has superpowers and must be trained to use them by his father, who also happens to be one of the world’s most powerful superheroes. Sounds like a sweet deal, right? Well…like most good superhero stories, everything isn’t what it seems. Full of big fights and lots of family (and high school) drama, Invincible has a little bit of something for everyone.

Impulse – Everyone knows The Flash is the “fastest man alive”…most of the time. He’s powered by a cosmic energy known as The Speed Force that allows him to reach incredible speeds and sometimes even travel through time. But The Flash also has family members, friends, and rivals who have tapped into The Speed Force, making it hard to keep track of how many speedsters there are. One of them is Flash’s descendant from the 30th century, Impulse! Check out his adventures in Mark Waid’s “Runs in the Family” story arc. Or, if you prefer the original, there are plenty of Flash’s adventures available, too!

Iron Man – What, you didn’t think we’d do the letter I and leave out Tony Stark, did you? Iron Man is one of the most legendary superheroes around, so of course, we’re including him. As a fun bonus (because Marvel loves alliteration), you get double the I’s because Iron Man has been Infamous and Invincible (He’s also been Superior and Ultimate, but that doesn’t flow as well).

Inside Job – It’s always upsetting to be let down by your heroes, but unfortunately, it seems to happen a lot in comics. Whether it’s Captain America becoming a bad guy in Secret Empire, the Teen Titans being betrayed by one of their own in The Judas Contract, or the heel turn in the mind-blowing conclusion to Alan Moore’s classic The Watchmen, it never feels good to find out that a character you’ve been rooting for has secretly been working against the heroes the whole time. Of course, if you prefer non-fiction, you can always read more about historical turncoat, Benedict Arnold!

Illness – Sometimes, the toughest villains to defeat are the ones we can’t see! Illness has often been used in comics to drive a story. It could be a zombie apocalypse like in Marvel Zombies or DCeased. Or maybe it’s a more personal story, like when Jane Foster took over as The Mighty Thor. Then there’s Cable, the mutant hero who gets a lot of his powers from a techno-organic virus. If you read enough comics, you’ll definitely find a disease or virus driving the story!

“N” is for…

Nocterra – Speaking of illness driving the story, have you checked out Scott Snyder’s Nocterra? When the sun is swallowed by darkness, and much of the population is turned into grotesque monsters, Val Riggs becomes a ferryman, using her truck to carry people and goods where they’re needed. In volume 1, Val is in search of a lit sanctuary in hopes of finding safety and saving the life of a loved one. Of course, in later volumes, she’s trying to find a way to drive away the darkness and save the world. As heroes do, of course.

Nova – Known as The Human Rocket, Nova is a member of the intergalactic police force, Nova Corps. He’s kept the cosmos safe from space villains like Thanos and Annihilator and even battled Earth villains like Carnage. The title of Nova has been held by different characters, too, so his personality differs depending on which era you’re reading. If team books are more your speed, you can even try New Warriors, because Nova’s spent time battling evil with them!

Nothing Nice to Say – In the early days of the internet (all the way back in 2002), webcomics were a great way for independent creators to self-publish their work. Short comic strips of several panels allowed creators to put out “chapters” quickly, with a short turnaround, and tell their stories to fans who would come back and visit their site several times a week. Sometimes the comics told one story over many strips, and sometimes, they were more like the comic strips you’d find in the newspaper, featuring a plot or joke that resolves in 3 or 4 panels. One of these comics was Mitch Clem’s Nothing Nice to Say, a comic about punk rock culture. Nearly all of the comics in the series (and some previously unreleased ones) have been collected into one volume, so if you’re a music fan or like a comic, you can pick up and read a little here and there; this is a good choice.

News – News outlets feature prominently in a lot of comics! Spider-Man takes photographs for The Daily Bugle. Superman and his wife, Lois Lane, work for The Daily Planet. Then there’s the supernatural crime manga Yellow Stringer, about a journalist and an ex-cop traveling around and reporting “true monster crime”. If you’re interested in a real-life case of the news being the story, there’s even a non-fiction graphic novel about the 1899 Newsboys strike!

Ninjas – Ninjas are always a popular comic book trope. If you want a cool fight scene (or ten), it’s never a bad idea to add ninjas. They have cool weapons, they’re excellent fighters and if you see one, there’s usually roughly a thousand (give or take) of his friends close by. If you’re looking for some solid ninja action in your comics, you could try Fire Power by Robert Kirkman, which features mystical fire ninjas. You could also read some Daredevil, where our hero Matt Murdock fights the evil ninja clan known as The Hand. Or you could roll with the heroes in a half-shell, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

“G” is for…

Godzilla – We’ve covered giants already, but we couldn’t ignore one of the most famous giant creatures of all, Godzilla. Sometimes a good guy, sometimes a bad guy, but always a big guy, Godzilla has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years. If you’ve ever seen one of his movies, you know that sometimes he’s a friend to humans and other times he’s trying to destroy us. Either way, Godzilla is a force to be reckoned with on the big screen and the printed page! You can find completely original stories featuring the giant radioactive lizard and even some stories that tie into his motion picture adventures. Make sure when you’re reading you don’t forget to look up. You wouldn’t want to end up under Godzilla’s massive foot by mistake!

Go Go Power Rangers – During the 90s, the Power Rangers were a phenomenon like no other. They mixed crazy martial arts action with good old-fashioned kaiju monsters and created a property that was incredibly popular for years. Toys, lunchboxes, backpacks, t-shirts…If it could be sold, there was probably a Power Ranger version of it. There are even several comics, too! One of those comics is Go Go Power Rangers, which follows the characters from the original series during their early days as Power Rangers. If you like martial arts fights and giant monsters, give this one a read.

Ghosted – Who doesn’t like a good heist? It’s an entire movie genre, after all. It’s also a useful comic trope, and one of the most unique uses is Joshua Williamson’s Ghosted. Usually, a heist involves stealing a lot of money or information, but this time, our heist is for…a ghost. Yes, they’re stealing a ghost. A collector isn’t happy enough SEEING the ghost; he must possess it (which is ironic because usually it’s the ghosts who do the possessing). He breaks criminal mastermind Jackson T. Winters out of prison, and away they go. Featuring four volumes, Ghosted is a perfect read if you’re looking for something exciting and spooky.

Grant Morrison – Grant Morrison is an award-winning author who has had the chance to write stories featuring some of the most popular characters in comics. He’s written stories featuring Superman, Batman, and The X-Men, and even lesser-known characters like Animal Man and Doom Patrol. He even did a reimagining of the tale of Santa Claus called Klaus. Grant Morrison has range, and he isn’t afraid to get weird, and sometimes that makes for the best comics!

Giant Days – We’ve recommended a lot of superhero books, or at the very least, action-driven books, but graphic novels aren’t always about fighting bad guys…or ninjas…or giant radioactive monsters. Sometimes it’s about growing up and the human experience. Giant Days is one such book. It follows three college roommates as they try to navigate the most treacherous challenge possible: reinventing yourself and finding out who you truly are, all while making sure you get to class on time. If you need a break from all the fantasy danger and want to spend some time with believable, relatable characters, this might be a good pick for you.

“O” is for…

Origin Story – An origin story is what introduces you to characters and the world they live in. You learn about their powers, their personality, and how the world around them functions. Sometimes, it’s a flashback where you learn about how a character you’ve already met got to be who they are. Sometimes, it’s an alternate telling of an established character. Graphic novels love to tell origin stories, so this is a great time to find one you’ve never read before! Maybe you’d like to learn about who Wolverine was before he joined the X-Men. Perhaps you’d like to find out about Kamala Khan, the regular teenage girl who was obsessed with superheroes and then actually became one. Or maybe you’d like to read an alternate telling of the Green Lantern’s origins from a different universe. Of course, villains have origin stories, too, so if you’re more into bad guys, you might want to check out Maximum Carnage, featuring the birth of one of Spider-Man’s deadliest foes.

October Faction – To a lot of people, family is everything. That can be true even when your family consists of a monster hunter, a witch, a warlock, and other shocking creatures. The Allan family, our heroes in The October Faction, probably isn’t much like your family, but they’re a family nonetheless. If weird family dynamics and monster-hunting hijinx pique your interest, then this title will definitely be right up your alley. Just make sure there’s no monsters lurking in the shadows before you put this one down for the night.

The Odyssey – Graphic novels have long been a great way to retell classic stories. Using a different format allows for new audiences to enjoy a work, or for audiences who already appreciate it to see it from a different perspective. If you still need an O for your bingo card, Homer’s The Odyssey is a great example of this! This classic story tells the tale of Odysseus, a general returning home to his wife and son following the end of The Trojan War. Of course, this journey isn’t easy, and Odysseus must battle dangers like a cyclops, evil sirens, and Poseidon himself. It’s all in a day’s work for a hero.

Outer Space – One of the most popular comic book tropes is setting the story in space. Sometimes it’s the primary setting for an entire series, like Brian K. Vaughn’s popular Saga, or you could find popular characters blasting into orbit to stop an oppressive evil, like in Joss Whedon’s Astonishing X-Men. Then there’s everyone’s favorite space cops, The Green Lantern Corps. While you might be familiar with Hal Jordan or John Stewart from movies and TV, they are only two of many Green Lanterns sworn to protect their respective sectors of the galaxy. Of course, if you’re a music fan, you might want to check out The Amory Wars, the graphic novel series based on the songs by the band Coheed and Cambria. When it comes to comics, oftentimes you’ll find that space is, in fact, the place.

Old Man Logan – Much like this list, every good comic series must come to an end. That is unless you’re Wolverine, of course. Because of his mutant healing factor, Logan’s body repairs itself at a rapid pace, meaning he doesn’t age at the same rate as his heroic pals. Old Man Logan finds a Wolverine that has finally started to look and feel every bit his age (which is believed to be somewhere around 180 years old) transported from his future to our present day. Of course, his future was pretty grim, and he’s on a mission to make sure the horrible disasters that ruined his world never come to pass…and he doesn’t care who he has to fight to do it. You’ll even get to meet aged versions of The Hulk, Captain America, and Hawkeye! Fun fact: The character Old Man Logan was the inspiration for the hit film Logan!

Horror Graphic Novels

webadmin — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:00:05 +0000

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It’s that time of the year again, and with the spooky season in full swing, we wanted to highlight some awesome YA graphic novels from all across the horror genre! As a bonus, we’ve linked to the portfolios of some of these awesome creators and illustrators, so check them out for even more super-cool art! Whether you’re a fan of creepy tales that keep you up at night or just looking for a thrilling read to get into the spirit of the season, these graphic novels are sure to delight! Here are some must-reads that will have you turning pages late into the night.

Specter Inspectors – by Bowen McCurdy

Join team leader Noa, her little brother Gus, cameraman Ko, and totally-not-a-crush Astrid as the viral ghost-hunting team, the Specter Inspectors, as they dive into the secrets of Cape Grace. When a demonic possession traps them in the town, they have to unravel secrets long buried and evade the clutches of a nefarious cult before their time runs out. With relationships straining, startling specters at every turn, and the ever-looming deadline of their next episode’s debut, the gang must work together if they want to make it out alive.

Squad – Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Illustrator Lisa Sterle

If you’ve ever wanted a Werewolf Mean Girls adaptation, well, you’re in luck! When Piedmont High’s newest student, Becca, falls in with the pack of popular girls, it isn’t long before she is swept up into the life of sneaking out to parties, expensive clothes (all on Arianna’s dad’s credit card, of course), and living in the spotlight. But when a party turns sour, and Becca is cornered by a drunk and ill-intentioned boy from a neighboring school, her new friends come to the rescue in a terrifying way. Will Becca join Marley, Amanda, and Arrianna’s pack, hunting predatory boys and taking back power any way they can, or will the pressure of their lycanthropic secret be too much for the four teens to handle?

Backstagers: Rebels Without Applause – James Tynion IV and Illustrator Rian Sygh

In the bowels of the high school theater department, the Backstagers reside. As the theater’s tech crew, this quirky crew is a close-knit group that runs the show from the wings, mercifully out of the way of the monstrous McQueen twins (yuck). The only hitch? There are mysterious, magical tunnels that run beneath the school and into the unknown. When Jory stumbles into the strange other world beneath the school on his first day at the all-boys school and helps save the crew from duplicating tool mice, he has no idea what’s waiting for them when the curtain falls and real drama begins.

Harrow County: Vol. 1 Countless Haints – by Cullen Bunn and Illustrated by Tyler Crook

When Hester Beck was put to death, she vowed this would not be the end of her. She was reviled, a healer and a witch, with supernatural power that gave only when it could take. Eighteen years later, Emmy has spent her whole life on her father’s farm, and is haunted by dreams of the tree upon the hill. But as her coming-of-age draws closer, strange things begin to happen on the farm. Livestock are dying in droves, and Emmy’s dreams are getting stranger. She always knew something was lurking in the woods– stories of witches, demons, and the hauntings of strange “haints” of all kinds– but she never knew how close they could be…until one turns up in her backyard and sets off a chain of events that just might change life as she knows it.

These graphic novels are perfect for readers looking to immerse themselves in eerie atmospheres, compelling characters, and spine-chilling stories. Whether you prefer a touch of romance, a dash of magic, or a full-on ghostly encounter, there’s something in this list to make your spooky season extra special. Happy haunting!

Celebrate Batman Day with These Comics

webadmin — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 02:57:43 +0000

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Did you know Batman Day was in September? Celebrate the Caped Crusader’s 85th anniversary this year with these graphic novels! From classics to fun new titles, CCPL has plenty to choose from!

Batman!

Batman: Hush

This 2002 graphic novel is full of exceptional art and a plot that will have you engaged!

Batman’s relationship with Catwoman becomes more intense as an unknown foe, known only as Hush, continues to train the Dark Knight’s adversaries, such as the Joker and Harley Quinn, while inflicting torturous mental and physical terror upon Batman, Robin, and Nightwing.

Batman: The Long Halloween

Christmas. St. Patrick’s Day. Easter. As the calendar’s days stack up, so do the bodies littered in the streets of Gotham City. A murderer is loose, killing only on holidays. The only man that can stop this fiend? The Dark Knight.

This comic shows how great of a detective Batman is, even at the start of his career! From one of his top writers, Jeph Loeb, it can’t be missed.

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns

Ten years after his retirement, a troubled Batman returns to the streets, evening the score with criminals in an increasingly violent manner, which brings trouble from the police and a gang called the Mutants and a conflict with Superman.

Originally published in the 1980’s, this story has inspired countless movies and comics. One of the most famous comics of all time!

Batman: No Man’s Land

An earthquake has ravaged Gotham City! Federal authorities have declared the city uninhabitable, leaving it isolated from the outside world. Can Batman restore order to this No Man’s Land, populated by the downtrodden and hopeless?

This comic is important not only for Batman, but also Batgirl! If you like stories that focus on Batman’s relationships, you should definitely check out this comic.

Batman: Gotham by Gaslight

A classic Batman Elseworlds tale set in Victorian England! See how the caped crusader fares against the likes of Jack the Ripper and a death dealer from the skies over Gotham City.

This comic is a fun, different take on Batman that asks the question, can he solve crime and save the day in any time period?

Wayne Family Adventures

Batman needs a break. But with new vigilante Duke Thomas moving into Wayne Manor and an endless supply of adopted, fostered, and biological superhero children to manage, Bruce Wayne is going to have his hands full. Being a father can’t be harder than being Batman, right?

This current ongoing webtoon is a fun look at the day to day life for Batman and his family. Full of hijinks and fun, it shows a different side of Batman that you might not be used to!

Batman: The Black Mirror

A series of brutal murders push Batman’s detective skills to the limit and force him to confront one of Gotham City’s oldest evils. In a second story, the corpse of a killer whale shows up on the floor of one of Gotham City’s foremost banks. The event begins with a strange and deadly mystery that will bring Batman face-to-face with the new, terrifying faces of organized crime in Gotham.

A new classic of DC Comics, written by prolific Batman writer Scott Snyder!

Batman: The Court of Owls Saga

Hidden for years, a secret organization known as the Court of Owls suddenly surfaces in Gotham City. But why? As Batman begins to unravel the deadly mystery, he discovers a conspiracy going back to his youth and beyond to the origins of the city he’s sworn to protect.

This comic introduces the Court of Owls, a new Gotham villain group that can also be seen in the Robin War series and Nightwing (2016).

Batman: Year One

The story of how Batman’s career started is told in graphic novel form.

A must-read for Batman fans, new and old! Part of the inspiration for many movies, the Frank Miller-David Mazzucchellli team once again has a fun, thrilling reader for comic fans.

Batman: Failsafe

Bruce Wayne is having nightmares of a future he can’t stop. But he may not even make it to that future. A startling enemy from Batman’s past has one relentless goal: to end Batman. No matter what it takes.

If you liked reading those classic Batman stories definitely take a look at his current ongoing title! From comic superstars Chip Zdarsky and Jorge Jimenez, this is the first volume in the new series.

Many of the comics above have already been animated into films! Collected into one convenient collection, also available through your library.

Check out these graphic novels based on your favorite video games!

webadmin — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:00:15 +0000

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As the days get hotter, it can be a good idea to take breaks from being in the sun! While you’re resting indoors, engage with some of your favorite video games in a new way by reading these graphic novels:

Animal Crossing

Read the hit manga inspired by the fa- favorite Nintendo game! See your favorite characters interact on the page, translated into English for the first time. You can follow the fun, quirky villager’s adventures over six volumes!

Costume Quest

Read as Klem and his friends infiltrate the human world in a hunt for candy on Halloween night! Can they avoid those who are trying to steal the candy from them before they get home?

Fortnite

This unofficial graphic novel follows four kids who are trying to make it safely after a devastating storm. Will they make it to the Beacon and learn how to help humanity survive? The series has four volumes available for checkout.

Kingdom Hearts

Follow Sora’s adventures to recover the keyblade with the help of Donald Duck and Goofy in this comic based on the third game in the Kingdom Hearts series. We also have a graphic novel based on the second game in the series!

Legend of Zelda

Can Link collect all the stones needed to unlock the triforce? Read the entire reissued 1999 manga that has all your favorite characters from the games! If you already read that and want more Legend of Zelda, check out the translated edition of Legend of Zelda: a Link to the Past, also available from CCPL.

Super Mario Bros

Follow Mario and his friends on fun adventures through familiar worlds! This manga is a great choice because it is a bunch of short stories that were translated and printed together, making it a perfect book to pick up and put down as you take breaks from the sun. We also have another Super Mario graphic novel full of short stories available!

Minecraft

In this series, three friends accidentally find themselves in Minecraft! They have to use their knowledge of the game to help others and battle monsters. Another graphic novel series, The Diary of an 8-bit Warrior, follows the adventures of Runt as he tries to become a warrior in the world of Minecraft!

Pokémon

This graphic novel series has 29 volumes! It is one of the biggest manga series available at your library. Whether you love the traditional Pokémon games, apps, or the TV show, this series will have something for you!

Sonic

Sonic, Knuckles, and the rest of the characters from the games go on adventures in this graphic novel! It collects some of the top Sonic stories in honor of the 30th anniversary of the video game character. Longtime Sonic writer Ian Flynn also has a bunch of other Sonic graphic novels available through your library.

Splatoon

This excellent manga series follows inklings as they explore the world of Splatoon! There are six volumes in the series. Another adaptation of the game is an underdog story of two inklings who team up to try and win a turf war in Inkopolis.

Enjoy your Summer! Remember to stop by the library for plenty of books and programs.

Eight Great Graphic Novels for New Readers

webadmin — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:00:28 +0000

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In 2021, comic books and graphic novels are more popular than ever. Toys, t-shirts, movies, TV shows, and video games featuring characters from comics are everywhere, and it’s easy to see why. Unfortunately, a lot of the source material is not made with young, emergent readers in mind, making it inaccessible for kids that are new to the format. Thankfully, CCPL has a solution to this problem: Our J Graphic Novel sections! Did you know that publishers are releasing new, kid-friendly material that even the earliest independent readers can read? It’s true, and CCPL has a ton of these books! If you’ve got a kid that wants to dive into the genre, here are eight books from our J Graphic Novel collection that are great starting points for young readers!

All title descriptions are from publishers.

DC Super Hero Girls: Weird Science by Amanda Deibert

It’s science fair time at Metropolis High, and the DC Super Hero Girls are very excited–except for Zee Zatara. Magic is her life, and science seems so dull in comparison. When she tries to help her friends with their projects, things keep going wrong. Is her magic causing their science to go haywire?

Mighty Jack by Ben Hatke

Jack might be the only kid in the world who’s dreading summer. But he’s got a good reason: summer is when his single mom takes a second job and leaves him at home to watch his autistic kid sister, Maddy. It’s a lot of responsibility, and it’s boring, too, because Maddy doesn’t talk. Ever. But then, one day at the flea market, Maddy does talk―to tell Jack to trade their mom’s car for a box of mysterious seeds. It’s the best mistake Jack has ever made.

In Mighty Jack, what starts as a normal little garden out back behind the house quickly grows up into a wild, magical jungle with tiny onion babies running amok, huge, pink pumpkins that bite, and, on one moonlit night that changes everything…a dragon.

Beetle & the Hollowbones by Aliza Layne

In the eerie town of ‘Allows, some people get to be magical sorceresses, while other people have their spirits trapped in the mall for all ghastly eternity.

Then there’s twelve-year-old goblin-witch Beetle, who’s caught in between. She’d rather skip being homeschooled completely and spend time with her best friend, Blob Glost. But the mall is getting boring, and B.G. is cursed to haunt it, tethered there by some unseen force. And now Beetle’s old best friend, Kat, is back in town for a sorcery apprenticeship with her Aunt Hollowbone. Kat is everything Beetle wants to be: beautiful, cool, great at magic, and kind of famous online. Beetle’s quickly being left in the dust.

But Kat’s mentor has set her own vile scheme in motion. If Blob Ghost doesn’t escape the mall soon, their afterlife might be coming to a very sticky end. Now, Beetle has less than a week to rescue her best ghost, encourage Kat to stand up for herself, and confront the magic she’s been avoiding for far too long. And hopefully ride a broom without crashing.

Barb, The Last Berzerker by Dan Abdo

Barb is a Berzerker, one of a group of warriors sworn to protect the land of Bailiwick from the scourge of monsters that plagues it. But the fearsome crew seem to have met their match in the nefarious Witch Head. Using power from his magical sword, he tricked the Zerks and took them captive. Only Barb was able to escape—and she took Witch Head’s Shadow Blade with her.

Now it’s up to Barb to free her fellow warriors so they can stop Witch Head from taking over Bailiwick. On the way, she’ll battle vampire goat fiends, snot goblins, and a giant with serious foot odor issues (but don’t mention that to him—he’s very sensitive about it). Luckily, she’s got her best friend, Porkchop the yeti, to help her.

But the power of the Shadow Blade has a mind of its own, and the deeper Barb gets into her quest, the harder it is to keep the blade’s awesome power under control.

Epic Zero by R.L. Ullman

All Elliott Harkness wants is to be a superhero. His parents are superheroes. His older sister is a superhero. Heck, even his dog is a superhero. But Elliott has a problem—he’s a “Zero”—which is super-speak for powerless! So, while his family is off fighting crime, Elliott is stuck muddling through middle school.

But when danger strikes and Elliott is Earth’s last hope, will he find the power to be the epic hero he’s always wanted to be—or will he always be just an Epic Zero? Follow Elliott’s hilarious journey to fit in with his family, save the world, and make it home for dinner.

Paranorthern and the Chaos Bunny A-Hop-Calypse by Stephanie Cook

A witch named Abby and her three friends—a wolf-girl, a ghost, and a pumpkinhead—band together to try and save their supernatural town from an invasion of rabid (but adorable!) chaos bunnies in this enchanting middle-grade graphic novel for fans of Making Friends, The Okay Witch, and Lumberjanes.

It’s fall break in the supernatural town of North Haven, and young witch Abby’s plans include pitching in at her mom’s magical coffee shop, practicing her potion making, and playing board games with her best friends—a pumpkinhead, a wolf-girl, and a ghost. But when Abby finds her younger sister being picked on by some speed demons, she lets out a burst of magic so strong, it opens a portal to a realm of chaos bunnies. And while these bunnies may look cute, they’re about to bring the a-hop-ocalypse (and get Abby in a cauldronful of trouble) unless she figures out a way to reverse the powerful magic she unwittingly released. What’s a witch to do?

In this deliciously humorous, cozy, and bewitching graphic novel, sometimes the most of powerful magic comes from our connections to family and friends (but kicking bunny butt is great, too).

Pizza and Taco by Stephen Shaskan

Best friends are the BEST! But WHO is the BEST? Is it Pizza or Taco? The question is debatable! They both love water slides. They both are friends with Hot Dog and Hamburger. In fact, maybe they should have a debate and get their friends to VOTE for who’s the best! Can their friendship survive the race for top spot on the popularity food chain? Cast your VOTE! This graphic chapter book will tickle the funny bones of kids ages 4-7 and bolster their reading confidence.

Treasure in the Lake by Jason Pamment

Grand adventures stories often begin where you least expect them…

Iris knows this because she’s read them all. However, as a thirteen-year-old stuck in the tiny town of Bugden, real adventure seems like a distant dream. But when Iris and her best friend, Sam, stumble upon an unusually dry river on the outskirts of town, they’re led to a discovery beyond anything Iris has ever read about: a hidden city and a forgotten tale of friendship.

In Jason Pamment’s middle grade graphic novel debut, perfect for fans of Hilda and This Was Our Pact, can Iris and Sam uncover the truth in time to keep their own friendship afloat, or will history repeat itself and pull them apart forever?

Graphic Novels for Upcoming Movies and TV Shows

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With theaters opening again for movies, and more streaming options than ever before, there are a ton of new movies and TV shows that will be based on comic books and graphic novels. Here are a few of the upcoming movies and shows, along with their expected release dates and some books you can read that were the source material for these new releases! Note: some release dates are subject to change.

Ms. Marvel

Ms. Marvel (2021)

Ms. Marvel is a teen superhero who was exposed to a strange Terrigen mist and gets shapeshifting powers. This popular graphic novel started in 2013, and is expected to be released as a television series later this year. To read more about Ms. Marvel, check out:

Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1 by G. Willow Wilson, illustrated by Adrian Alphona

Issues #1-11

Part of the Ms. Marvel (2014-2015) series

Marvel Comics presents the all-new Ms. Marvel, the groundbreaking heroine who has become an international sensation! Kamala Khan is an ordinary girl from Jersey City – until she suddenly gains extraordinary gifts. But who is she now? A teenager? Muslim? Inhuman? Kamala explores her newfound powers, but will the weight of the legacy before her be too much? Encounters with the maniacal Inventor and the Inhumans’ Royal Family; team-ups with her favorite hero, Wolverine, and the Inhumans’ dog, Lockjaw – Kamala is living the dream. But as she discovers more about her past, her future is threatened! How long can Ms. Marvel’s life override Kamala’s? Experience the beginning of the fan-favorite, critically acclaimed series!

Sandman

Sandman (2021)

Created by Neil Gaiman, Sandman is a cerebral series of graphic novels about Morpheus, a.k.a. Dream, and his adventures with other odd characters such as Death, Destiny Despair and others (they make up a group called the Endless). This will be released on Netflix later this year with 11 episodes in the first season. For more on Sandman, check out:

Sandman Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes, by Neil Gaiman, illustrated by Sam Kieth, Malcolm Jones III, Mike Dringenberg

Neil Gaiman’s seminal series, THE SANDMAN, celebrates its 30th anniversary with an all-new edition of THE SANDMAN VOL. 1: PRELUDES & NOCTURNES! New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman’s transcendent series THE SANDMAN is often hailed as the definitive Vertigo title and one of the finest achievements in graphic storytelling. Gaiman created an unforgettable tale of the forces that exist beyond life and death by weaving ancient mythology, folklore and fairy tales with his own distinct narrative vision. In PRELUDES & NOCTURNES, an occultist attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. After his 70 year imprisonment and eventual escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, goes on a quest for his lost objects of power. On his arduous journey Morpheus encounters Lucifer, John Constantine, and an all-powerful madman. This book also includes the story “The Sound of Her Wings,” which introduces us to the pragmatic and perky goth girl Death.

Hawkeye

Hawkeye (2021)

The MCU’s greatest archer returns with his own television series on Disney+ this year. In this series, Clint Barton trains a new Hawkeye, Kate Bishop. For more on Hawkeye, check out:

Hawkeye: All New Hawkeye, by Jeff Lemire and Ramon Perez

It’s a fresh look into the life of everyone’s favorite Avenger! With Kate Bishop back at his side, Team Hawkeye is thrown into a new adventure spanning two generations of avenging archers! Past and present lives collide as Kate and Clint face a threat that will challenge everything they know about what it means to be Hawkeye. The past and present merge as Hawkeyes Barton and Bishop race against time to save a group of innocent kids with devastating powers. What makes a hero? And what breaks a hero? Hawkeye and Hawkeye will experience both. A boy at odds with his big brother. A hero out of sync with his partner. Team Hawkeye is fractured. Things come to a head as Barney, Clint and Kate learn what it means to carry the name Hawkeye.

Y The Last Man

Y The Last Man (2021)

This Vertigo series by Brian K. Vaughn is about a man and his pet monkey, who somehow survive a virus that kills off all other males. The story follows them as they make their way across the country to his girlfriend. This will air on FX later this year. To read more on this, check out:

Y: The Last Man Vol. 1: Unmanned by Brian K. Vaughan, illustrated by Pia Guerra

Issues #1-5

Part 1 of the Y: The Last Man series

Y: The Last Man, one of the most critically acclaimed, best-selling comic books series of the last decade, is that rare example of a page-turner that is at once humorous, socially relevant and endlessly surprising. Written by Brian K. Vaughan (Lost, Pride Of Baghdad, Ex Machina) and with art by Pia Guerra, this is the saga of Yorick Brown-the only human survivor of a planet-wide plague that instantly kills every mammal possessing a Y chromosome. Accompanied by a mysterious government agent, a brilliant young geneticist and his pet monkey, Ampersand, Yorick travels the world in search of his lost love and the answer to why he’s the last man on earth.

She-Hulk

She-Hulk (2022)

Another Disney+ series, this legal comedy series features Jennifer Walters, an attorney who is also Bruce Banner’s (the Hulk) cousin and also a permanently green super strong woman. We don’t know if Walters will be permanently green in this series, however…

To read more about She-Hulk, check out:

She-Hulk Vol. 1: Law And Disorder by Charles Soule, illustrated by Javier Pulido, Ron Wimberley

Issues #1-6

Part 1 of the She-Hulk (2014-2015) series

She-Hulk is taking a stand, and this time in a court of law! Jennifer Walters has been a dedicated member of the Avengers and the FF, but now she’s seeking professional success with an independent, super-powered law firm! Her first client? Kristoff Vernard, the spoiled son of Victor Von Doom!

Shang-Chi

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)

Shang-Chi is a master of Kung Fu and one of the greatest martial artists in the Marvel universe. This movie is set to be released in September 2021. For more on Shang-Chi, check out:

Shang-Chi By Gene Luen Yang Vol. 1: Brothers & Sisters, by Gene Yang

illustrated by Philip Tan

Issues #1-5

Part 1 of the Shang-Chi by Gene Luen Yang series

The Marvel Universe’s greatest fighter returns to a world of death and destruction he thought he left behind! An ancient and evil secret society has remained in hiding since the death of their leader, Zheng Zu. But now a successor has been chosen to shift the balance of power in the world: Zheng Zu’s son, Shang-Chi! In a fractious family reunion, Shang-Chi gets to know the siblings he never knew he had, including the deadly Sister Hammer! But who among them can he trust – and who is trying to kill him? Shang-Chi will find out the hard way as his life ends up on the line – and the only one who can save him is…his father? But isn’t he dead?!

Venom

Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)

Tom Hardy returns with his symbiotic alien anti-hero Venom in this movie sequel. This time he faces off against a homicidal prisoner whose symbiote, Carnage, helps him escape prison before he can be executed. This will come out in September 2021. For more on Venom and Carnage, check out:

Venom: Carnage Unleashed by David Michelinie

illustrated by Andrew Wildman

Issues #1-4

Part of the Venom: Carnage Unleashed (1995) series

Also collects Venom: Sinner Takes All #1-5; and material from Amazing Spider-Man Super Special, Spider-Man Super Special, Venom Super Special, Spectacular Spider-Man Super Special and Web of Spider-Man Super Special. Venom stars in tales of violence and vengeance! When the video game “Carnage Unleashed” becomes a hit, it provides the psychopathic Cletus Kasady with the opportunity to gain his freedom -and renew his sadistic reign of terror on the streets! The only way to stop a bad symbiote? A good(ish) symbiote! Blood will flow as Venom takes on Carnage! Then, when killer vigilante Sin-Eater strikes, Eddie Brock’s ex-wife is caught in the crossfire. To survive, must she become the bride of Venom? Plus, Spider-Man and the Scarlet Spider must stand by Eddie’s side when an alien invasion threatens to turn Earth into the Planet of the Symbiotes!

The Eternals

The Eternals (2021)

The Eternals—an immortal alien race created by the Celestials who have secretly lived on Earth for over 7,000 years—reunite to protect humanity from their evil counterparts, the Deviants. This film takes place after the events in Avengers: Endgame, and is scheduled to drop November 2021. For more on the Eternals, check out:

Eternals By Neil Gaiman, by Neil Gaiman, illustrated by John Romita Jr.

Issues #1-7

Part of the Eternals by Neil Gaiman series

You are thousands of years old. You have amazing powers. You have watched civilizations rise and fall– so why does no one remember any of this? Bestselling Author Neil Gaiman (Marvel: 1602, Anansi Boys, Sandman) is joined by superstar artist John Romita Jr. (Amazing Spider-Man, Wolverine) to bring you – THE ETERNALS!! Ike Harris has dreams of adventures, love affairs and betrayals, but no one involved remembers or believes him. And who is trying to kill him to keep him from talking about it?

Spider-Man

Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

As the third installment of the current Spider-Man franchise in the MCU, little is known about the plot, other than the fact that this story may cross over with other previous Spider-Man film universes. This is scheduled for release in December 2021. For more about Spider-Man and Spider-verses, check out:

Spider-Man: Spider-Verse – Spider-Men, by Brian Michael Bendis, David Hine

illustrated by Sara Pichelli, Agnes Garbowska

Part of the Spider-Man: Enter the Spider-Verse (2018) series

Collects Spider-Men #4-5, Edge Of Spider-Verse #1 and #5, and material from Spider-Ham 25th Anniversary Special. The Spider-Verse is full of Spider-Men – and Women, Girls, robots…even pigs! Every world has its own wall-crawler – and these are some of the most amazing! When Peter Parker, the original Spider-Man, journeys to the Ultimate Universe, he finds himself face-to-face with another Aunt May, a young Gwen Stacy and an all-new web-slinger – Miles Morales! Elsewhere, venture into the dark world of Spider-Man Noir, and watch as he faces the smoke and mirrors of the magnificent Mysterio!

Morbius

Morbius (2022)

Biochemist Michael Morbius tries to cure himself of a rare blood disease, but he inadvertently infects himself with a form of vampirism instead. This story in the “Venomverse” is scheduled to come out in January 2022. To read more about Morbius, check out:

Morbius Vol. 1, by Vita Ayala, illustrated by Marcelo Ferreira

Issues #1-5

Part 1 of the Morbius series

Morbius is the Living Vampire…but is he more? For years, Nobel Prize-winning biologist Dr. Michael Morbius has been struggling to find a cure for his unique case of vampirism. Now, for the first time in longer than he can remember, his salvation may be tantalizingly within reach! But the path to regaining his humanity is littered with dangers – and worse! In a leap of faith and desperation, Morbius takes matters into his own hands – but the results are monstrous, and now his lust for blood threatens to overwhelm him like never before! Old-school Marvel villain the Melter has resurfaced at just the wrong time – and he just might become the first in a long line of victims in the reinvigorated vampire’s bloody path! Michael Morbius only wanted his soul back, but how much will it cost?

Batman

The Batman (2022)

This version of the Batman is not part of DC Extended Universe (DCEU), but will instead be set on “Earth-2.” Villains such as Catwoman, The Riddler, and the Penguin are expected to make an appearance. This movie is set for March 2022. To learn more about the early days of Batman’s career, check out:

Batman: Legends Of The Dark Knight Vol. 1, by Damon Lindelof, Steve Niles, Joshua Hale Fialkov, Tom Taylor, illustrated by Jeff Lemire, Nicola Scott, Ben Templesmith, Phil Hester

Issues #1-5

Part 1 of the Legends of the Dark Knight (2012-2015) series

BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT presents the new, original adventures of Batman from the acclaimed digital-first series by an all-star lineup of comics’ finest talents including Damon Lindelof (LOST, PROMETHEUS), Steve Niles (30 DAYS OF NIGHT), Jeff Lemire (ANIMAL MAN) and more! Discover startling sides of The Dark Knight that span from his earliest days in the cowl to his never-ending battles against Gotham’s greatest enemies, including the Joker and Two-Face.

Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)

Dr. Stephen Strange’s continuing research on the Time Stone is hindered by a friend-turned-enemy, resulting in Strange unleashing unspeakable evil. So many multiverses! This should drop in March 2022. If you want to read up on some good Doctor Strange stories, check out:

Doctor Strange Vol. 1: The Way Of The Weird, by Jason Aaron, illustrated by Chris Bachalo

Issues #1-5

Part 1 of the Doctor Strange (2015-2018) series

Who do you call when things are coming out of your dreams and trying to kill you? Or when your daughter is cursing in Latin and walking like a spider? Or when your dog keeps screaming at you to strangle your neighbors? Doctor Strange, of course. He’s the only person standing between us and the forces of darkness, but has he been paying his tab? Every act of magic has a cost and Jason Aaron (Thor, Original Sin) and Chris Bachalo (Uncanny X-Men) are going to put Stephen Strange through hell to even the scales.

Thor

Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)

Chris Hemsworth is back at the mighty Thor in his fourth solo adventure film, although he will be accompanied by the Guardians of the Galaxy and even Jane Foster returning as…Thor? This is set to be released in May 2022. If you’d like to read more on Thor’s adventures, check out:

Thor Vol. 1: God Of Thunder Reborn, by Jason Aaron

illustrated by Mike Del Mundo, Christian Ward

Issues #1-6

Part 1 of the Thor (2018-2019) series

Thor Odinson regains his mantle – and with it, a wild new world of trouble! He may not have Mjolnir, but he has hundreds of new hammers! And he’s going to need every last one of them to stop the unstoppable Juggernaut! Then, the sons of Odin ride again as Thor is reunited with his long-lost brother, Balder, to face the fire goblin armies of the Queen of Cinders! War is raging across the land of the dead – but might peace come from a marriage made in Hel? With Hela as the bride, which brother is going to be the lucky groom?! Plus: Loki! Thori the Hel-hound! Skurge with a really big gun! Valkyries! And in the far, far future, King Thor meets Old Man Phoenix…and takes on Doctor Doom at the end of time!

Transformers

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2022)

Not much is known about this film, but it is suspected that this will be based on the “Beast Wars” era of the Transformers franchise. This should be released in June 2022. Ready to read Transformers? Check out:

Transformers: Monstrosity, by Chris Metzen, Flint Dille, illustrated by Livio Ramondelli

Issues #1-12

Part of the Transformers: Monstrosity series

In the early days of the war on CYBERTRON, OPTIMUS PRIME puts everything on the line to unify the planet – but not everyone agrees that this new Prime should be in charge… Meanwhile, the fallen DECEPTION leader, MEGATRON, begins a journey that will change everything. Plus–what is the terrible secret of the DINOBOTS?

Black Panther

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)

Not much is known about this chapter in the Black Panther saga of the MCU, but it is rumored that they will not recast the late Chadwick Boseman’s role of T’Challa. This movie is scheduled to come out in July 2022. If you’d like to learn more about the land of Wakanda, check out:

Black Panther: World Of Wakanda, by Ta-Nehisi Coates, illustrated by Alitha E. Martinez

Issues #1-6

Part of the Black Panther: World Of Wakanda series

Wakanda! Home of the Black Panther, a proud and vibrant nation whose legends and mysteries run deep. Now, delve deep into Wakanda’s lore with a love story where tenderness is matched by brutality! You know them as the Midnight Angels, but for now they are just Ayo and Aneka – young women recruited to become Dora Milaje, an elite task force trained to protect the crown of Wakanda at all costs. But with their king shamed and their queen killed, Ayo and Aneka must take justice into their own hands! They’ve been officers. Rebels. Lovers. But can they be leaders? Plus: the return of former White Tiger, Kasper Cole! As Wakanda burns, Cole can only watch helplessly from halfway around the world. Will he find a new beginning – or meet a painful end?

Black Adam

Black Adam (2022)

Black Adam has been known as an anti-hero, and certainly a villain whose enemy is Shazam. As such, this film will be a spin-off of the Shazam movie from 2019, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in the titular role. The release date is set for July 2022. If you’d like to read more about Black Adam, check out:

Black Adam And The Eternity War, by Derek Fridolfs, Tim Levins

Part of the Justice League series

When the undead arise to engulf the world, the Justice League – with the help of Billy Batson and his heroic alter-ego SHAZAM – leaps into action. They soon discover Black Adam in control of the Rock of Eternity and are quickly banished to ancient Egypt. Can the Justice League fight their way back from the past to defeat the super-villain in time? Or will Black Adam go unopposed as the conqueror of all eternity?

The Flash

The Flash (2022)

Barry Allen, a.k.a. The Flash is the fastest man alive. You’ve probably seen him in the Justice League movie, and certainly on his own television show in the Arrowverse. This time he’s getting his own film in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). This movie should come out in November 2022. If you’d like to see how it all began, check out:

The Flash: Year One, by Joshua Williamson, illustrated by Howard Porter

Issues #70-75

Part of the Flash (2016- ) series

Superstar writer Joshua Williamson continues his explosive run on The Flash! Go back to the very beginning of Barry Allen’s journey in The Flash: Year One!

Barry Allen feels helpless in his life in Central City. As a forensic scientist, he’s always catching criminals after they’ve committed their crimes. All that changes one fateful night when Barry is struck by a bolt of lightning and doused in chemicals. When he wakes from a coma, he realizes he can run at incredible speeds. Can Barry master these powers and be the hero this city needs…or will the powers burn through him?

The Marvels

The Marvels (2022)

This film is a sequel to the 2018 film “Captain Marvel” and also features Ms. Marvel from the eponymous television series. This is scheduled for November 2022. If you’d like to read about the first meeting between Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel, check out:

Ms. Marvel Vol. 4: Last Days, by G. Willow Wilson, Dan Slott

illustrated by Adrian Alphona, Giuseppe Camuncoli

Issues #16-19

Part 4 of the Ms. Marvel (2014-2015) series

From the moment Kamala put on her costume, she’s been challenged. But nothing has prepared her for this: the last days of the Marvel Universe. It’s a very special guest appearance that fans have been clamoring for: Carol “Captain Marvel” Danvers and Kamala “Ms. Marvel” Khan face the end of the world side-by-side! Between teaming up with her personal hero to rescue her brother and trying to keep her city from falling into an all-out frenzy, Kamala has barely had time to come to terms with the fact that the world is literally collapsing around her. But the truth will catch up to her, and soon. When the world is about to end, do you still keep fighting? Kamala knows the answer. Let’s do this, Jersey City. Also collects Amazing Spider-Man #7-8 (A stories).

Aquaman

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2022)

Jason Momoa returns as Arthur Curry, the king of the ocean. Little is known about this story other than the fact that Jason Momoa wrote the pitch for this sequel while on set, filming the first movie. This is scheduled to be released in December 2022. To read up on Aquaman and losing kingdoms in the comics, check out:

Aquaman: Kingdom Lost, by John Arcudi

illustrated by Patrick Gleason, Freddie Williams II, Leonard Kirk

Issues #32-39

Part of the Aquaman (2003-2006) series

Concluding the classic Sub Diego storyline, acclaimed writer John Arcudi (B.P.R.D.: Hell on Earth) and artists Leonard Kirk (SUPERGIRL) and Andy Clarke (DETECTIVE COMICS) tell the tragic story of the fall of Atlantis as the Infinite Crisis is unleashed upon the DC Universe! Aquaman, once King of Atlantis, has abandoned his throne and now serves as protector of Sub Diego. But while the ocean has gained thousands of new inhabitants, it has lost one-Mera, Aquaman’s estranged wife, who has been cursed to live on land and breathe only air. But when Aquaman’s friends and family seek to cure Mera of the curse, it sets off a tragic chain reaction that leads to the destruction of Atlantis…and the death of many whom Aquaman holds dear. In the midst of his grief, Sub Diego is attacked by Aquaman’s greatest enemies, including the deadly Black Manta! And now that the King of the Seven Seas has lost his kingdom, Black Manta is about to see what happens when Aquaman is truly unleashed…with all the fury of the sea at his command!

CCPL Staff Picks: Graphic Novels for All Ages

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*CCPL Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members and are not intended to be comprehensive lists. We’d love to hear your ideas too, so write to us and tell us what you’d recommend!*

It’s always nice to destress reading by books that aren’t so heavy or too dark. It’s also nice reading a book with your children too! Here is a list of suggested graphic materials that you can enjoy anytime without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you are young or old, these books are worth your time at any age!

Lumberjanes Vol. 1 by Grace Ellis

Lumberjanes is a summer camp for “Hardcore Lady Types”, where Jo, Molly, Ripley, Mal and April work together to solve the mysteries, cryptids and who knows what else that hides in the woods.

Check out the rest of the Lumberjanes series here!

The Avant-Guards, Issue 1 by Carly Usdin, art by Noah Hayes

The Georgia O’Keeffe College of Arts and Subtle Dramatics is an All Female school for mostly theater kids and very few athletic students. Liv wants to be an actor and play basketball and thought she was the only one until she met Charlie. Now they must find a way to get a team together.

Check out the rest of The Avant-Guards series here!

Gotham Academy, Vol.1: Welcome to Gotham Academy by Becky Cloonan

Olive Silverlock & friends begin to uncover bizarre mysteries happening at their new prep school. Who is Olive? Why does Bruce Wayne keep appearing? And what is the ghost in the north-hall? If you love the Batman Mythos this is a great addition to your reading.

Check out the rest of the Gotham Academy series here!

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Issue 1 by Ryan Parrott, art by Simone Di Meo

The long awaited crossover between Power Rangers and TMNT starts with Tommy the Green Ranger betraying his team and joining the Shredder and the Foot Clan. Then everything gets worse when the Rangers fight with the Turtles! Can they even get along to stop the real villains?

Check out the rest of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series here!

Golden Vance, Vol. 1 by Hope Larson, art by Brittney Williams

Living in her father’s Florida resort, Goldie solves problems for customers by finding lost kids, pets, and items. When the in-house detective Charles can’t solve his current case, Goldie and friends take the mystery into their own hands.

Check out the rest of the Goldie Vance series here!

Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales: The Underground Abductor by Nathan Hale

The Underground Conductor is the story of young Araminita Ross, the woman who became Harriet Tubman. Born into slavery, she ran away from her captors, risking her life for her freedom, to then spend the rest of her life helping others escape.

Check out the rest of the Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales series here!

El Deafo by Cece Bell

El Deafo is the autobiography of a girl with a clunky hearing aid strapped to her chest trying to fit in at school. She realizes the hearing aid is too sensitive, picking up on sounds and conversations she shouldn’t be able to hear. She then begins to imagine she is a superhero, El Deafo!

Miles Morales, Vol. 1: Straight Out of Brooklyn by Saladin Ahmed, Art by Jaiver Garron

Going up against the Rhino and a new mysterious enemy as Spider-man, Miles tries to do his best trying to balance his school life and saving the day. A great starting point for any new reader for the Ultimate Spider-man, Miles Morales!

Check out the rest of the Miles Morales: Spider-Man series here!

The Backstagers, Vol. 1: Rebels Without Applause by James Tynion IV, art by Rian Sygh

In a local all-boys school, Jory tries to find a club for him. Eventually he comes across a team of stagehands who fight the secret paranormal dimension in the green room. Strange things are afoot behind the scenes.

Check out the rest of The Backstagers series here!

Sonic the Hedgehog, Vol. 1 by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley

After Sonic’s latest adventure, he discovers that several robots are destroying towns across the world. So he reunites his team of Tails, Knuckles, and Amy to help, but Sonic might need to find more allies to help him save the day.

Check out the rest of the Sonic the Hedgehog series here!