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Graphic Novels December 2020
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Jujutsu Kaisen 4
by Gege Akutami
While investigating a strange set of mysterious deaths, Itadori meets Junpei, a troubled kid who is often bullied at school. However, Junpei is also befriended by the culprit behind a bloody incident--a mischievous spirit named Mahito! Mahito sets in motion a devious plan involving Junpei, hoping to ensnare Itadori as well.
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Batman, Curse of the White Knight
by Sean Gordon Murphy
A sequel to Batman: White Knight collects Curse of the White Knight Issues 1-8 and White Knight Presents Von Freeze Issue 1, in a volume that finds Barbara Gordon taking over for Batman in the wake of an ancestral mystery. Illustrations.
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Be Gay, Do Comics! : Queer History, Memoir, and Satire from the Nib
by Matt Bors
The dream of a queer separatist town. The life of a gay, Jewish Nazi-fighter. A gender reveal party that tears reality apart. These are just some of the comics you'll find in this massive queer comics anthology from The Nib. [This book] is filled with dozens of comics about LGBTQIA + experiences, ranging from personal stories to queer history to cutting satire about pronoun panic and brands desperate to co-opt pride.
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Child Star
by Box Brown
Inspired by real-life child stars, this graphic novel follows the life of Owen Eugene, a 1980s child actor, as his life falls apart behind the scenes despite making the whole world laugh onscreen. Original. 50,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Cruel Summer
by Ed Brubaker
In the summer of '88, Teeg Lawless comes home to plan the biggest heist of his career. But Teeg's son Ricky and his friends are starting down the same dark path their fathers are on, and this is about to become the worst summer of their lives.
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Aquatlantic
by Giorgio Carpinteri
In this graphic novel, Aqualantics maintain a fragile peace with their "surface brothers"--as long as their world remains a myth. But when an actor who plays the character of the "indefensible Earthman," all cynicism and vulgarity, is gradually possessed by his role, a chain reaction jeopardizes the entire kingdom and the uneasy peace between the two species. Giorgio Carpinteri's sheer graphic brilliance -- fusing aspects of Futurism, Cubism, Russian Constructivism, and German Expressionism with echoes of Bauhaus and distinct whims of Art Deco -- would be enough to carry this brilliant fantasy, but Aqualantic is also a lyrical, allegorical masterpiece exploring the relationship between the conscious and unconscious, the known and the unknown.
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Critical Role : Vox Machina Origins
by Jody Houser
Join familiar faces from Critical Role's smash-hit first campaign as their escapades in Stilben lead them toward new adventure-and a dire threat to Grog when he goes missing in the night. Tracking him down will see the party lose one member, gain another, and reveal parts of Grog's secret past. But first, his friends have to actually find him.
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Invisible Differences : A Story of Aspergers, Adulting, and Living a Life in Full Color
by Julie Dachez
Marguerite feels awkward, struggling every day to stay productive at work and keep up appearances with friends. She's sensitive, irritable at times. She makes her environment a fluffy, comforting cocoon, alienating her boyfriend. The everyday noise and stimuli assaults her senses, the constant chatter of her coworkers working her last nerve. Then, when one big fight with her boyfriend finds her frustrated and dejected, Marguerite finally investigates the root of her discomfort after a journey of tough conversations with her loved ones, doctors, and the internet, she discovers that she has Aspergers. Her life is profoundly changed--for the better.
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Bad Island
by Stanley Donwood
This starkly beautiful wordless graphic novel about the end of the world depicts the artist’s distinctive monochromatic linocut style, which achieves what words cannot convey.
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Spy X Family 2
by Tatsuya Endo
Master spy Twilight is unparalleled when it comes to going undercover on dangerous missions for the betterment of the world. But when he receives the ultimate assignment--to get married and have a kid--he may finally be in over his head! Twilight must infiltrate the prestigious Eden Academy to get close to his target Donovan Desmond, but has he ruined his daughter Anya's chances with his outburst during the admissions interview? Perhaps the truly impossible mission this time is making sure Anya both becomes an exemplary student and befriends Donovan's arrogant son Damian!
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The Sacrifice of Darkness
by Roxane Gay
Follow one woman's powerful journey through this new landscape as she discovers love, family, and the true light in a world seemingly robbed of any. As she challenges notions of identity, guilt, and survival she'll find that no matter the darkness, there remains sources of hope that can pierce the veil.
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Vision
by Julia Gfrörer
A vision-impaired, Victorian spinster in need of primitive cataract surgery has little time for herself between needing to take care of her demanding invalid sister-in-law, and investigating her brother's mysterious nighttime activities. To escape it all, she engages in a sexual relationship with a haunted mirror in her bedroom. Julia Gfrörer's third graphic novel is another revitalizing and contemporary spin on the grand tradition of gothic storytelling, exploring ideas of abandonment and sexuality with an expert mix of mystery, horror, and nostalgia. As with her two previous and acclaimed graphic novels, Laid Waste and Black Is the Color, Gfrörer's delicate and dark linework perfectly complements the period era of the book's setting, bringing the lyricism and romanticism of her stories to the fore.
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Omni 1 : The Doctor Is in
by Devin Grayson
Gifted doctor Cecelia Cobbina was once held in the highest regard by peers and patients alike. But that was before an incident in Africa changed her life forever. Now with the ability to process thoughts at the speed of light, she faces the unimaginable burden of literally having an answer for everything. As the truth of her origin slowly comes into focus, Cecelia must overcome her fears and tackle the one mystery she can't seem to crack: the truth behind her new abilities. Written by fan-favorite author Devin Grayson (Nightwing, Black Widow) Doctor Cecelia Cobbina bursts on to the scene as the world's newest favorite female hero.
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I want you
by Lisa Hanawalt
"Hanawalt's outlandish humor and ingenious formalism are evident in the comics collected here. Her love of anthropomorphism and scatology are on full display, all lovingly and grotesquely drawn by Hanawalt in obsessive, unnerving detail"
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Betty and Veronica : the leading ladies of Riverdale
by Tim Hanley
We think we know Betty and Veronica from Archie comics, but we don't. This book examines how these two female characters have evolved over the decades, from stereotypes of the 1940s to more sophisticated representations in recent years. They are far more than just Archie's girlfriends, and this book explores the depths of these cultural icons.
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Venus in the Blind Spot
by Junji Ito
This striking collection presents the most remarkable short works of Junji Ito's career, featuring an adaptation of Rampo Edogawa's classic horror story 'Human Chair' and fan favorite 'The Enigma of Amigara Fault'. With a deluxe presentation--including special color pages, and showcasing illustrations from his acclaimed long-form manga No Longer Human--each chilling tale invites readers to revel in a world of terror.
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Metal Hurlant : Selected Works
by R. A. Jones
Comic stories, collected from the early 2000s, from the French avant-garde science fiction and horror comics anthology magazine Metal Hurlant. Also one story originally published in 1981.
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Ms. Marvel Meets the Marvel Universe
by G. Willow Wilson
Collecting excerpts from such comics series as Ms. Marvel and Champions, an early reader portrait of Marvel Universe superhero Kamala Khan includes coverage of her Inhuman legacy with Medusa and Lockjaw, her spy games with S.H.I.E.L.D. and her world-saving partnership with idol Captain Marvel.
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Slaughterhouse-Five : Or the Children's Crusade: a Duty-dance With Death
by Ryan North
The first-ever graphic novel adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five, an American classic, is one of the world's great anti-war books. An American classic and one of the world's seminal antiwar books, Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five is faithfully presented in graphic novel form for the first time from Eisner Award-winning writer Ryan North (How to Invent Everything: A Survival Guide for the Stranded Time Traveler) and Eisner Award-nominated artist Albert Monteys (Universe!). Listen: Billy Pilgrim has...read Kilgore Trout... opened a successful optometry business... built a loving family... witnessed the firebombing of Dresden... traveled to the planet Tralfamadore... met Kurt Vonnegut... come unstuck in time. Billy Pilgrim's journey is at once a farcical look at the horror and tragedy of war where children are placed on the frontlines and die (so it goes), and a moving examination of what it means to be fallibly human.
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Resident Alien Omnibus
by Peter Hogan
Living undercover as a semi-retired, small-town doctor, a stranded alien's only hope is to stay off humanity's radar until he can be rescued. When he's pulled into a surprising murder mystery by the town's desperate mayor and struggling police chief, "Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle" learns more about the human condition than he ever wanted to. Acclaimed creators Peter Hogan (2000 AD, Tom Strong) and Steve Parkhouse (Milkman Murders, Doctor Who) deliver a truly unique sci-fi adventure tale with heart and humor!This omnibus collects the first three Resident Alien graphic novels: Welcome to Earth!, The Suicide Blonde, and The Sam Hain Mystery-along with new introductions from the creators and a gallery featuring color cover art from the original comic book run. A perfect, value-priced introduction to Dr. Harry's strange world and the unique comic series that is now a SyFy original show!
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In Vitro
by William Roy
When Guillaume finds out he's infertile, his entire identity is thrown into question: what kind of man is he? And what kind of husband if he can't give the love of his life what she wants most--a child? This incredibly charming, candid, and autobiographical account of a couple's journey to becoming parents against the odds is one of love, hope and the wonders of the human condition.
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Little Josephine : Memory in Pieces
by Valérie Villieu
When Valérie first met Josephine, she knew she would be embarking on a unique journey. Though vastly different in age, their connection was instantaneous. Humor quickly became their language, their playground, and despite the debilitating disease that Joséphine faced every single day, they were able to form a beautiful friendship that transcended the reaches of modern medicine.
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The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys : California
by Gerard Way
Over a decade ago, the Killjoys, a team of revolutionaries, lost their lives while saving a mysterious young girl from the tyrannical megacorporation Better Living Industries. Today, the Killjoys live on in memory, if not belief, as BLI widens its reach and freedom fades. The Girl, now grown, reemerges and is put in the spotlight as a savior, a role she knows nothing about. But with the new revolution hell-bent on body counts, the Girl must look within herself to put an end to BLI once and for all. The first Killjoys series from 2014 is presented in a special oversized hardcover, with an expanded sketchbook section. Written by Gerard Way (The Umbrella Academy) and Shaun Simon and beautifully rendered by award-winning artist Becky Cloonan (Demo, Conan the Barbarian), The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys foretells a not-too-distant future where fear reigns and freedom falls.
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The Contradictions
by Sophie Yanow
Sophie is young and queer and into feminist theory. She decides to study abroad, choosing Paris for no firm reason beyond liking French comics. Feeling a bit lonely and out of place, she's desperate for community and a sense of belonging. She stumbles into what/who she's looking for when she meets Zena. An anarchist student-activist committed to veganism and shoplifting, Zena offers Sophie a whole new political ideology that feels electric. Enamored-of Zena, of the idea of living more righteously-Sophiefinds herself swept up in a whirlwind friendship that blows her even further from her rural California roots as they embark on a disastrous hitchhiking trip to Amsterdam and Berlin, full of couch surfing, drug tripping, and radical book fairs. Capturing that time in your life where you're meeting new people and learning about the world-when everything feels vital and urgent-The Contradictions is Sophie Yanow's fictionalized coming-of-age story. Sophie's attempts at ideological purity are challenged time and again, putting into question the plausibility of a life of dogma in a world filled with contradictions. Keenly observed, frank, and very funny, The Contradictions speaks to a specific reality while also being incredibly relatable, reminding us that weare all imperfect people in an imperfect world.
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Young Adult Graphic Novels
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Penultimate quest
by Lars Brown
"In a philosophical fantasy adventure, warriors living through a role playing game must learn the difference between diversion and escape as they try to break the cycle of a never-ending quest"
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My Hero Academia. Vol. 25
by Kōhei Horikoshi
What would the world be like if 80 percent of the population manifested superpowers called 'Quirks'? Heroes and villains would be battling it out everywhere! Being a hero would mean learning to use your power, but where would you go to study? The Hero Academy of course! But what would you do if you were one of the 20 percent who were born Quirkless? Middle school student Izuku Midoriya wants to be a hero more than anything, but he hasn't got an ounce of power in him. With no chance of ever getting into the prestigious U.A. High School for budding heroes, his life is looking more and more like a dead end. Then an encounter with All Might, the greatest hero of them all, gives him a chance to change his destiny... Tomura and Re-Destro, the leader of the Meta Liberation Army, battle for supremacy, as Tomura reflects upon the terrifying incident when his Quirk manifested.
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Banned Book Club
by Hyun Sook Kim
Documents the gripping true story of the South Korean author’s student days under the authoritarian regime of the early 1980s, describing how she defied state censorship laws by joining an underground banned book club to read great works of literature.
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Goodbye : A Story of Suicide
by Hailee Joy Lamberth
The family of a 13-year-old suicide victim describes how young Hailee was once a straight-A student filled with enthusiasm for life, before bullying and resulting depression led to a devastating and irreversible choice.
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Identity : A Story of Transitioning
by Corey Maison
What do you do when you are born as one gender, but feel yourself to be another? Gender dysmorphia affects thousands of people worldwide, but has been ignored or ridiculed in our culture. With this graphic novel, Corey Maison boldly shares her story of transitioning, so that other kids with gender dysmorphia and related conditions will no longer feel so isolated, hopeless, or lost. Corey Maison was born a girl, trapped in a boy's body. Growing up, Corey was more interested in dolls than trucks; in dresses than jeans. Everything about Corey was female . . . except her physicality.
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Long Way Down : The Graphic Novel
by Jason Reynolds
As Will, fifteen, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know
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Swamp Thing : Twin Branches
by Maggie Stiefvater
Twins Alec and Walker Holland have a reputation around town. One is quiet and the other is the life of any party, but the two are inseparable. For their last summer before college, Alec and Walker leave the city to live with their rural cousins, where they find that the swamp holds far darker depths than they could have imagined. While Walker carves their names into the new social scene, Alec recedes into a summer-school laboratory, slowly losing himself to a deep, dark experiment. This season, both brothers must confront truths, ancient and familial, and as their lives diverge, tensions increase and dormant memories claw to the surface.
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Teen Titans : Beast Boy
by Kami Garcia
Seventeen-year-old Garfield Logan finally impresses the social elite at his high school, but popularity comes at a price when he undergoes sudden physical changes as the dares from his new friends escalate
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The Magic Fish
by Le Nguyen Trung
Real life isn't a fairytale. But Tiâên still enjoys reading his favorite stories with his parents from the books he borrows from the local library. It's hard enough trying to communicate with your parents as a kid, but for Tiâên, he doesn't even have the right words because his parents are struggling with their English. Is there a Vietnamese word for what he's going through? Is there a way to tell them he's gay?
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Ever After
by Olivia Vieweg
Stranded between safe zones, two young women, Vivi and Eva, trek across the German countryside. Together they'll face their inner demons and dodge packs of the undead.
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Wonder Woman : Tempest Tossed
by Laurie Halse Anderson
Princess Diana of Themyscira's 16th birthday celebrations are cut short when refugees break through to her island home and she defies her Amazon elders by trying to bring the outsiders to safety, but a stormy sea sweeps her away to where she must learn to survive in a foreign world full of danger and injustice
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