graphic novel

NOUN

comic book

Synonyms

WEAK

cartoon comic comic-strip book manga

Example Sentences

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French-Iranian author, director, illustrator and activist Marjane Satrapi, best known for her graphic novel series and film Persepolis, has died aged 56, the Élysée Palace in Paris has confirmed.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The first graphic novel that ever won a Pulitzer Prize was “Maus.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

On Friday, Arists Writers and Artisans announced the graphic novel “Beast Mode 510,” which is scheduled to be released Oct.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Other awards at the ceremony include categories for best illustrator, fiction, debut fiction, science fiction and fantasy, discover, romantic fiction author and graphic novel.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Elizabeth pulls out a graphic novel and almost literally sticks her nose in it.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan