Graphic Novel Discussion Group @ Main

The Graphic Novel Discussion Group at the Main Library, founded in 2012, is a group for adults to talk about comics, manga, comic-themed films and television, as well as nerdy pop culture

Each month we discuss a particular work or a theme. If you aren’t sure of what to read or are interested in seeing past topics, check out our Suggested Reading List

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May 21, 2022 – Bandes Dessinées

Join us as we discuss the Franco-Belgian comic tradition

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June 18, 2022 – George Perez

Join us as we discuss works by this legendary comic artist and author

Types of Comics

What is the difference between a comic book, manga, or graphic novel?
What is a digital comic?

If you wonder about such distinctions, check out our glossary!

Collecting Comics

If you are new to collecting comics, we also have a helpful thesaurus!

DIGITAL COMICS AT LFPL

Free comics that you can view on your computer, tablet, or smartphone!

Overdrive‘s collection has comics from publishers such as BOOM! Studios, DC Comics, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Comics and Top Shelf Productions

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Hoopla’s collection has comics from publishers such as Archie Comics, BOOM! Studios, Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, Fantagraphics, and Image Comics

We have comics in other languages besides English!

Our largest collections are in French (bandes dessinées)

Located in the Main Library’s International Collection.

and Spanish (tebeos)