by Alice Oseman (Goodreads Author) Winner of the 2020 Goodreads Choice Award for Graphic Novel & Comics, Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper: Volume Three continues the love story of Charlie and Nick, now open and out and ready to meet the world. Linkedin. I am an author, consultant and educator with a professional interest in the business implications of new media and a personal passion for comics and visual communication. These books, commonly called graphic novels, have become an entrenched form in bookstores and comic shops in recent decades. Fortunately, one good thing 2020 has brought is an array of superb YA graphic novels—here are just a few. Coinciding with the 2020 US presidential election, DRAWING THE VOTE, an original graphic novel, looks at the history of voting rights in the United States and how it affects the way we vote today. Best comics and graphic novels of 2020. Maids by Katie Skelly (Fantagraphics). The Witches of Brooklyn. You may opt-out by. Boxers & Saints by Gene Luen Yang. Owly: The Way Home by Andy Runton BEGINNING GRAPHIC NOVEL / FRIENDSHIP It’s hard for a predator like Owly to make friends. But when he saves a worm from a rainstorm and helps him find his home, he makes a friend for life. ReddIt. The best-selling Class Act by Jerry Craft, published by Harper Collins is one of the best graphic ... [+] novels of 2020. The Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table is thrilled to announce the final 2020 Best Graphic Novels for Adults Reading List. Okay, technically this is two graphic novels, but you’ll … 2: Love is a Battlefield, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Legacy Edition Book One, Karen's Roller Skates (Baby-sitters Little Sister Graphic Novel #2), Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics, Snug: A Collection of Comics about Dating Your Best Friend, Glork Patrol (Book One): Glork Patrol on the Bad Planet, How to Be Ace: A Memoir of Growing Up Asexual, Amazing Mary Jane, Vol. First Second. Our list of the Best Graphic Novels of 2020 is by no means exhaustive but just some of the best graphic novels that were gorgeously put together, inspiring, and the perfect read at a much-needed time. This low-key European import features subtle pacing, well-observed characterization, drama and beautiful artwork. Pinterest. Superman's Pal Jimmy Olson written by Matt Fraction, drawn by Steve Lieber, DC Comics, 2020. By. I am a founding partner of MediaPlant, a Seattle-based communications firm, and consult with clients on strategy, storytelling and engaging fan audiences. Surely the graphic novel of the year, and an early entry onto the next Best of the Decade lists. As smart and stylish a genre story as you’ll read all year. There are 100 here to chose from! Kiss Number 8. 8 Gideon Falls While this series started before 2020, it is definitely a breakout series that should be on everyone's must-read list for the upcoming year. Self-confessed nerd Yang would be the first to say it was unlikely that he’d do a graphic novel about sports, but his latest YA opus might be the best comic ever done on the subject, as he follows the fortunes of his high school basketball team in their quest for a state championship. Kibbles ‘n’ Bits 2/17/21: The Big List of all the best 2020 graphic novels. And yet, we have some confidence that in compiling this list of the best comics and graphic novels for children and teens of 2020, we have chosen at least one that your kid will enjoy. 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Solid, well-told history of an industrial disaster in early 20th century Cleveland. Our list of the Best Graphic Novels of 2020 is by no means exhaustive but just some of the best graphic novels that were gorgeously … Some graphic novels to read in 2020. It’s looking like 2020 will be a big year for graphic novels for young people. Read 940 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. However, 2020 still had more than its fair share of great comics and graphic novels. You must have a goodreads account to vote. The format continued to be a growth area for many, especially in the young adult and youth markets. Husted’s charming tale of two cats wandering around the ports of Malta is full of interesting ideas and references to classical artwork, sure to delight tweens and their parents alike. Twitter. The Best Graphic Novels of 2020. My Favorite Graphic Novels from 2020 Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang *This is my number one pick for my son who loves basketball and the Celtics! Year of the Rabbit by Tian Veasna (Drawn & Quarterly). All Rights Reserved, This is a BETA experience. This inaugural year of the reading list highlights the best graphic novels for adults published in late 2019 and throughout 2020 and we hope it will increase awareness of the graphic novel medium, raise voices of diverse comics creators, and aid library Anthology of uplifting biographies of accomplished women, intended for kids. New 2020 Graphic Novels for Readers 6 to 12. 2020 was a great year for literary graphic novels.