Graphic novels are rising in popularity, and for good reason. They’re ideal for reluctant readers, kids who love art and voracious bookworms who want a genre that’s a little different from their usual fare.
The themes of the following graphic novels run the gamut. Some are complete fantasy; others are extremely realistic and relatable. Others fall somewhere between the ordinary and the extraordinary. But all have one thing in common: beautiful art and important messages. Scroll through the arrows above for some interesting ideas.
Caitlin Flynn is Seattle-based writer whose passions include Fox Mulder, coffee and puppies. She is a Gemini, a former ballerina and frequent contributor to Bustle.