Best Recent Graphic Novels - April 2024

The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir

National bestseller2017 National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) Finalist ABA Indies Introduce Winter / Spring 2017 Selection Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers Spring 2017 Selection ALA 2018 Notable Books Selection An intimate and poignant graphic novel portraying one family’s journey from war-torn Vietnam, from debut author Thi Bui.   This beautifully illustrated and emotional story is an evocative memoir about the search for a better future and a longing for the past. Exploring the anguish of immigration and the lasting effects that displacement has on a child and her family, Bui docum... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1419718789
• ASIN: 1419718789
• ISBN: 1419718789
• Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 1)

• ASIN: B005CRQ4OW
• ASIN: B005CRQ4OW
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl

• ASIN: 0553296981
• UPC: 000553296981
• ASIN: 0553296981
• ISBN: 9780553296983
• Brand: Bantam
• Manufacturer: Bantam

The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)

When snow shuts down Greg Heffley’s middle school, his neighborhood transforms into a wintry battlefield. Rival groups fight over territory, build massive snow forts, and stage epic snowball fights. And in the crosshairs are Greg and his trusty best friend, Rowley Jefferson.   It’s a fight for survival as Greg and Rowley navigate alliances, betrayals, and warring gangs in a neighborhood meltdown. When the snow clears, will Greg and Rowley emerge as heroes? Or will they even survive to see another day?

• ASIN: B07BK9L65V
• ASIN: B07BK9L65V
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

The Wild Robot

"Wild Robot is an excellent choice for young readers looking for engaging early middle grade novels. A discarded robot finds love and a sense of belonging on an island of animals in Peter Brown's well-crafted story. Profound moments and warm humor make this a winner." - Seira Wilson, Amazon EditorWall-E meets Hatchet in this New York Times bestselling illustrated middle grade novel from Caldecott Honor winner Peter BrownCan a robot survive in the wilderness? When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is all alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she g... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0316381993
• ASIN: 0316381993
• ISBN: 0316381993
• Brand: Peter Brown
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

The Last Straw (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 3)

• ASIN: B005CRQ3RK
• ASIN: B005CRQ3RK
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

A Wrinkle in Time (Time Quintet)

• ASIN: 0312367546
• ASIN: 0312367546
• ISBN: 0312367546
• Brand: Square Fish
• Manufacturer: Square Fish

Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man Ultimate Collection Book 1 (Ultimate Spider-Man (Graphic Novels))

Miles Morales takes up the mantle of the Ultimate Spider-Man! Before Peter Parker died, young Miles was poised to start the next chapter in his life in a new school. Then, a spider's bite granted the teenager incredible arachnid-like powers. Now, Miles has been thrust into a world he doesn't understand, with only gut instinct and a little thing called responsibility as his guides. Can he live up to Peter's legacy as Spider-Man? As Miles grapples with his new life, Miles' Uncle Aaron - a.k.a. the Prowler - learns his secret! He's got plans for his nephew, but little does he know that the Scorpi... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0785197788
• ASIN: 0785197788
• ISBN: 0785197788
• Brand: Marvel Comics
• Manufacturer: Marvel

Cabin Fever (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 6)

• ASIN: B005CRQ2DK
• ASIN: B005CRQ2DK
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

The Getaway

Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town. With the cold weather and the stress of the approaching holiday season, the Heffleys decide to escape to a tropical island resort for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A few days in paradise should do wonders for Greg and his frazzled family. But the Heffleys soon discover that paradise isn't everything it's cracked up to be. Sun poisoning, stomach troubles, and venomous critters all threaten to ruin the family's vacation. Can their trip be saved, or will this island getaway end in disaster?

• ASIN: 1419725459
• ASIN: 1419725459
• ISBN: 9781419725456
• Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams

Elusive Flame (Birmingham Book 3)

• ASIN: B000FC11KG
• ASIN: B000FC11KG
• Manufacturer: HarperCollins e-books

Hard Luck (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 8)

Greg Heffley's on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg's life destined to be just another hard-luck story?  

• ASIN: B00CA8DEGC
• ASIN: B00CA8DEGC
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest Volume 5

With the addition of Kaori into their party, Hajime and his friends make for Myu's hometown, the coastal city of Erisen. While crossing the Gruen Desert, they save a young Ankajian man, Bize, from a sandworm attack. Apparently, he was searching for a cure to the mysterious disease that has struck his people. His travels led him to conclude that a mineral known as stillrock held the key to saving his country, but it can only be found inside the Grand Gruen Volcano, a labyrinth far too dangerous for most. Hajime agrees to help Bize procure some, and the party begins their quest to conquer yet an... [Read More]

• ASIN: B078PM8WGZ
• ASIN: B078PM8WGZ
• Manufacturer: J-Novel Club

Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year One - The Complete Collection (Injustice: Gods Among Us (2013-2016))

Inspired by the video game phenomenon, INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US YEAR ONE-THE COMPLETE EDITION collects the initial year of the best-selling series in its entirety for the first time! Superman is Earth's greatest hero. But when the Man of Steel can't protect the thing he holds most dear, he decides to stop trying to save the world-and start ruling it. Now, the Last Son of Krypton is enforcing peace on Earth by any means necessary. Only one man stands between Superman and absolute power: Batman. And the Dark Knight will use any method at his disposal to stop his former friend from reshaping the ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01BLZX2HA
• ASIN: B01BLZX2HA
• Brand: DC
• Manufacturer: DC

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick Rules

Whatever you do, don’t ask Greg Heffley how he spent his summer vacation, because he definitely doesn’t want to talk about it.As Greg enters the new school year, he’s eager to put the past three months behind him . . . and one event in particular. Unfortunately for Greg, his older brother, Rodrick, knows all about the incident Greg wants to keep under wraps. But secrets have a way of getting out . . . especially when a diary is involved.Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules chronicles Greg’s attempts to navigate the hazards of middle school, impress the girls, steer clear of the school t... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0810994739
• ASIN: 0810994739
• ISBN: 0810994739
• Brand: Hachette Book
• Manufacturer: Amulet Books

Kristy's Big Day (the Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novel #6): A Graphix Book: Full-Color Edition (Full Color) (Hardcover)

A brand-new full-color graphic novel adapted by USA Today bestselling author Gale

• UPC: 591592529
• Rating: 4.0

The Lost Heir (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel 2)

The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this graphic novel

• UPC: 751251886
• Rating: 4.0

Claudia and Mean Janine (the Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novel #4): A Graphix Book (Paperback)

Based on: Claudia and mean Janine / Ann M.

• UPC: 46851008
• Rating: 4.286

The Kane Chronicles, Paperback Box Set (with Graphic Novel Sampler)

A collection fit for the (Egyptian) gods! All three books in the blockbuster Kane Chronicles trilogy are included in this deluxe boxed set of paperbacks, each with dynamic new cover art, and a bonus graphic

• UPC: 833259953

Snow White : The Graphic Novel

A princess takes refuge from her wicked stepmother in the cottage of seven dwarfs, in a retelling of the classic tale in graphic novel format that also includes a history of the story, discussion questions,

• UPC: 10721842
• Rating: 1.0

Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Titan's Curse: The Graphic Novel

"Adapted from the novel Percy Jackson & the Olympians, Book Three: The Titan's Curse "--T.p.

• UPC: 23733746
• Rating: 4.2

Trolls Graphic Novels #4: "Brain Freeze"

The first of several all-new stories featuring characters from the hit DreamWorks film finds Poppy feeling like all the bugs in town aren't given the love they deserve. She enlists the Trolls to write them

• UPC: 56042167

The Heroes of Olympus, Book Two, The Son of Neptune: The Graphic Novel

Demigod Percy Jackson, still with no memory, and his new friends from Camp Jupiter, Hazel and Frank, go on a quest to free Death, but their bigger task is to unite the Greek and Roman

• UPC: 54866766

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Graphic Novel Adaptation

Cover title; statement of responsibility from

• UPC: 56086116
• Color: MulticolorMulti
• Size: Standard

Heroes of Olympus, Book One The Lost Hero: The Graphic Novel (Heroes of Olympus, Book One)

Unable to remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl, Jason discovers that he is a student at a school for troubled kids, while his girlfriend, Piper, has nightmare

• UPC: 37499798
• Rating: 4.5