NSL Graphic Novels
Discover the best graphic novels with our curated NSL list, featuring stunning storytelling in Laika by Nick Abadzis, the wordless masterpiece The Arrival by Shaun Tan, and the action-packed Re-gifters by Mike Carey. Perfect for fans of comics, juvenile fiction, and visual art, this collection highlights must-read books that blend compelling narratives with breathtaking artwork. Explore award-winning graphic novels that push the boundaries of the genre, from historical drama to imaginative journeys. Whether you're a seasoned comic reader or new to graphic novels, these essential titles offer unforgettable reads for every bookshelf.
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The Arrival
by Shaun Tan
"In this wordless graphic novel, a man leaves his homeland and sets off for a new country, where he must build a new life for himself and his family."--
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Laika
by Nick Abadzis
Laika was the abandoned puppy destined to become Earth's first space traveler. This is her journey. Nick Abadzis masterfully blends fiction and fact in the intertwined stories of three compelling lives. Along with Laika, there is Korolev, once a political prisoner, now a driven engineer at the top of the Soviet space program, and Yelena, the lab technician responsible for Laika's health and life. This intense triangle is rendered with the pitch-perfect emotionality of classics like Because of Winn Dixie, Shiloh, and Old Yeller. Abadzis gives life to a pivotal moment in modern history, casting light on the hidden moments of deep humanity behind history. Laika's story will speak straight to your heart.
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Re-gifters
by Mike Carey
Korean-American Jen Dik Seong, known as Dixie to her friends, puts most of her money and energy into the martial art of hapkido, but she nearly loses her competitive edge when she falls for fellow hapkido enthusiast Adam--a boy who soon makes it obvious he is not worthy of her affection.
