LibGuides: Graphic novels: Graphic Novels

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Maus by Art Speilgelman

Baka-Tsuki (Japanese light novel)

Baka-Tsuki prokect wiki
Fans of Japanese light novels have translated hundreds of the popular Baka-Tsuki into English and other languages and made them available for public sharing on this wiki.
Spice and Wolf wiki
A wiki dedicated to the popular Japanese light novel, Spice and Wolf. Engage with the fan community, discover more about the characters, and watch videos.
Spice and Wolf from Yen Press
Keep up to date with the latest publications of Spice and Wolf.

The Watchmen by Alan Moore

Where to get your graphic novels

All Star Comics
Visit the knowledgeable, friendly and passionate team of comic book nerds at All Star Comics on Lonsdale Street in the Melbourne CBD. Their blog contains the latest information on publications they house.
All Star Comics voted best store in the world
Support your local comic book scene and visit the team at All Star Comics: there is a good reason why they have been voted the best comic store in the world.

Paul Pope, alternative cartoonist

Paul Pope website
Paul Pope is an internationally renowned cartoonist, artist and comic creator. He has illustrated for major publishing houses such as DC and Marvel, and is currently writing and illustrating a graphic novel, Battling Boy.

Make your own graphic novels

Comic Master creator

This website helps you create simple comic strips using set backgrounds and characters, which you can save and print. A great way to add creative spice to your school assignments.

Scholastic comic builder

You can create simple comics using graphics from popular Scholastic graphic novels such as Bone and Amulet.

Publishers

Yen Press
Publishing graphic novels and English translations of Japanese manga.
Tokyopop
Publishing English translations of Japanese manga and anime, including e-books.
Dark Horse Comics
Publishing house Dark Horse was established in 1986, and is recognised as one of the big comic book industry leaders. Releases comics of popoular films and television shows, such as Aliens, Star Wars, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Avatar the Last Airbender and much, much more.
Marvel
Publishing house that is home to Spiderman, X-Men, Captain America, Iron Man, the Avengers, Hulk, Thor, the Black Widow, Guardians of the Galaxy and much, much more.
DC Comics
Publishing house home to the Green Arrow, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, the Green Lantern and many other beloved superheros.

100 great graphic novels you should read

100 great graphic novels you should read - list compiled by Mr Blair Mahoney

Graphic novel animation

American Born Chinese by Gene Yuen

The Watchmen by Alan Moore

Podcasts and websites

Non Canonical Podcast and Website
All the latest news from the Australian and international comic book scene, and interviews with comic book creators.
Nerdist
Podcasts, videos and articles delivering the latest on the American comic book scene, particularly from DC and Marvel.
We're Alive podcast
The most exciting and action-packed fictional podcast around, "We're Alive" uses voice actors and sound effects to tell the story of a group of people trying to survive a zombie apocalypse. The website has links to listen to the podcast, as well as connect to the community of avid supporters on the fan-cast, "We're Not Dead".

Comic conventions

Oz Comic Con
The ultimate Australian comic book convention. The event is held in Melbourne in July at the Exhibition Building next to the Melbourne Museum on Nicholson Street.
Armageddon Expo
Featuring comic creators and artists, manga, trading cards and an opportunity to participate in the infamous "cos-play" costume competition. Expo happens in October at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
Free Comic Book Day
Celebrating the international annual Free Comic Book Day, the first Saturday in May. Walk into participating comic book stores and receive a free comic!

Graphic Novels

A Bananaman movie could be on its way to the big screen, according towww.bananamanmovie.com. The site gives little away about the proposed film beyond the legend #PEELTHEPOWER and the promise of a 2015 release date. It is stamped with the logo of DC Thomson, which has been publishing Bananaman comics for 34 years.

Graphic novel review sites

Art Bomb
Graphic novel reviews in which you can browse by genre, title, or creator. The website also has a blog and links to online comics.
No Flying No Tights
Comprehensive graphic novel review site in which you can browse by genre and suggested reading age. The website also has links to fantastic resources, definitions, and a section for manga. A fantastic introduction to the medium and great for deciding which graphic novels to read.
The Beat News Blog of Comic Culture
Keep up-to-date with the latest comics and comic reviews, links to blogs, publishers websites and podcasts.
Comic Book Resources
Links to the latest comic book reviews and news, blogs, video trailers, discussions and resources. Focuses on comic book publishers such as DC, Marvel, and Dark Horse.
Diamond Bookshelf
Graphic novel reviews, including recent releases, upcoming releases and information on bestsellers.
Time Top Ten graphic novels
Read about why these graphic novels, including The Watchmen and Maus, are so highly regarded in popular culture.