Summer Reading 2020: Graphic Novels

In the early 1800s, John James Audubon, an ornithologist, traversed America studying birds. Despite challenging weather and wildlife along the way, he persevered to create beautiful illustrations still admired today. Genres: Nonfiction and Graphic Novels (Also: Biographical comics; Historical comics)

In his deeply personal graphic novel memoir, Krosoczka illustrates the devastating impact his mother’s addiction had on his childhood and how his supportive grandparents and his love of art ultimately saved his life. Genres: Nonfiction and Graphic novel (Also: Autobiographical comics; Biographies)

Nimona, a young shapeshifter with a knack for villainy, and Lord Ballister Blackheart, a villain with a vendetta, set out to prove that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his friends are not the heroes everyone thinks they are. But Lord Blackheart soon realizes that Nimona's powers are as murky and mysterious as her past, and her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit. Eisner Award for Best Graphic Album 2016. Genre: Graphic novels (Also: Fantasy comics; Webcomics)

Actor George Takei, best known for his role as Hikaru Sulu on Star Trek, reveals how at the age of five his family was forced into Japanese-American internment camps after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Graphic Memoir, Asian/Pacific American Award for Young Adult Literature 2020. Genre: Graphic Novels (Also: Autobiographical comics; Autobiographies and memoirs; Biographies; History books)

When Pakistani- American and Jersey City teenager Kamala Khan suddenly acquires superpowers, she sets out to protect her community and her city while balancing school and family life. Hugo Award 2015, Series. Genre: Graphic novels. (Also: Superhero comics)