These graphic novels are beautifully crafted by the authors and illustrators to create a sensory overload. With colorful characters and well-written dialogues and storylines, these books are sure to draw their readers in.
Tokyo Rose – Zero Hour (A Graphic Novel)
by Andre R Frattino, Kate Kasenow, and Janice Chiang
Tuttle Publishing, 128 pages, $16.99
This graphic novel illustrates a Japanese-American woman’s struggle when she finds herself stuck in Japan before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. She is forced to host an anti-American soldier radio show and is arrested and then imprisoned for false accusations. This is her story told with detailed dialogue and character drawings.
Victory. Stand!
by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, and Dawud Anyabwile
WW Norton, 208 pages, $17.95
This book tells the story of 1968 Olympic Gold Medalist Tommie Smith and his protest of racial injustice against African Americans. He is ostracized and made to leave the Olympics. This graphic novel illustrates his childhood and athletic career. This book includes robust illustrations by Emmy Award–winning illustrator Dawud Anyabwile.
Brzrkr Vol. 2
by Matt Kindt, Ron Garney, and Keanu Reeves
BOOM! Studios, 128 pages, $16.99
A comic book written by Keanu Reeves about a half-mortal/half-god being who is trying to gain freedom? I’m in! As B goes through experiments, he becomes closer to having the memories of his past restored. But will the U.S. Government really let him go? Co-written with New York Times bestselling co-writer Matt Kindt (Folklords, Grass Kings) and legendary artist Ron Garney (Wolverine, Captain America).
The Keeper
by Tananarive Due, Steven Barnes, and Marco Finnegan
Abrams ComicArts – Megascope, 176 pages, $24.99
A young girl named Aisha is sent to her grandmother’s house after her parents pass away. Her grandmother falls ill and summons a dark force to protect Aisha. Aisha soon learns that to stay alive, the Keeper must prey on the people around her. If you enjoy horror graphic novels, this one is for you!
Look Back
by Tatsuki Fujimoto
VIZ Media LLC, 144 pages, $12.99
Two small-town girls, Fujino and Kyomoto, are very different. One is very outgoing, and the other is an introvert. Both girls like to draw manga, which is the common bond that draws them together, creating an unforeseen friendship. A short graphic novel from Chainsaw Man creator Tatsuki Fujimoto with beautiful illustrations.