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Tag: Comics
Cloud Town and the Basement Librarian, a guest post by Daniel McCloskey
I wanted to talk about how librarians (like you) are appreciated by slow learners (like me). That is to say, not always at the moment.
From the Funnies to the Munchies: An Origin Story, a guest post by David Fremont
The first panel in my new Carlton Crumple book features a chaotic scene with Shady Plains (Carlton Crumple’s hometown) kids having outdoor, summertime fun. It got me thinking back to my own childhood and some of the things that inspired me to make this graphic novel series for children.
Book Review: Verona Comics by Jennifer Dugan
Those looking for a contemporary that successfully mixes romance with some rather serious issues will enjoy this character-driven book with wide appeal.
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Crash Course: Graphic novels for younger readers
Whether you're looking to learn a bit more yourself, searching for a new book or series to hand to a young person in your life, or hoping to do some collection development, let's dive in!
Collecting Comics: May 2018 with Ally Watkins
Check out these May comics and graphic novels that your teens and tweens will be clamoring for! Goldie Vance, Volume 4 by Hope Larson and Jackie Ball, illustrated by Elle Power, colors by Sarah Stern (BOOM! Box, May 1). Goldie Vance is back! In Volume 4 of her adventures, sixteen year old ameteur sleuth Goldie […]
Book Review: Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World by Pénélope Bagieu
Publisher’s description Throughout history and across the globe, one characteristic connects the daring women of Brazen: their indomitable spirit. With her characteristic wit and dazzling drawings, celebrated graphic novelist Pénélope Bagieu profiles the lives of these feisty female role models, some world famous, some little known. From Nellie Bly to Mae Jemison or Josephine Baker to […]
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YA A to Z: Comics 101 with Ally Watkins
Today as we continue YA A to Z, our very own TLTer Ally Watkins is discussing Comics 101 with us. She writers our monthly Collecting Comics feature. Comics are wildly popular and fun, but they aren’t always the easiest thing to collect for libraries. But our patrons love comics, so a little information about how […]
Book Review: The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
Publisher’s description Paris, at the dawn of the modern age: Prince Sebastian is looking for a bride—or rather, his parents are looking for one for him. Sebastian is too busy hiding his secret life from everyone. At night he puts on daring dresses and takes Paris by storm as the fabulous Lady Crystallia—the hottest fashion […]
Book Review: Is This Guy For Real?: The Unbelievable Andy Kaufman by Box Brown
Publisher’s description Comedian and performer Andy Kaufman’s resume was impressive—a popular role on the beloved sitcom Taxi, a high-profile stand-up career, and a surprisingly successful stint in professional wrestling. Although he was by all accounts a sensitive and thoughtful person, he’s ironically best remembered for his various contemptible personas, which were so committed and so convincing […]
Book Review: I Love This Part by Tillie Walden
Publisher’s description Two girls in a small town in the USA kill time together as they try to get through their days at school. They watch videos, share earbuds as they play each other songs and exchange their stories. In the process they form a deep connection and an unexpected relationship begins to develop. In […]
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