23.3.14

Bee's Mini Graphic Novel Collection | Graphic Novels

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Whilst my graphic novel collection isn't as established as Luke's, it's comprised of two beauties that I thought I'd share with your fine selves on this rainy Sunday afternoon. If you're a graphic novel novice like myself, I highly recommend picking up these two to ease yourself in lightly. With beautiful stories and stunning artwork to boot, it's a bit of a no brainer!

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the new ghost by rob hunter (2011)
A beautifully rendered, literally haunting tale of the afterlife, The New Ghost follows a spectral entity on his first day at work: dark, gentle, poetic, and heart-warming all at once, it is an atmospheric tale to dash the conventions of comics and leave you thirsty for more...

Luke gifted me this little graphic comic after I spotted it on Nobrow and I absolutely fell in love with it. I think the concept is absolutely brilliant, and it lends itself so well to its graphic form. Whilst this comic is quite small, it certainly packs a punch story-wise as it evolves into a heartwarming tale over the space of a few pages. The art style is also ridiculously beautiful. I mean, just look at those colours! The perfect comic to ease you in nicely, and a beautiful addition to any bookcase. 

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the gigantic beard that was evil by stephen collins (2013)
On the buttoned-down island of Here, all is well. By which we mean: orderly, neat, contained and, moreover, beardless. Or at least it is until one famous day, when Dave, bald but for a single hair, finds himself assailed by a terrifying unstoppable monster! Where did it come from? How should the islanders deal with it? And what, more importantly, are they going to do with Dave? 

I really enjoyed everything about this graphic novel, from its monochrome art style to its references to Eternal Flame by The Bangles. The title alone is pretty fantastic, I think you'll agree. The Gigantic Beard is hugely accessible, and I think it's a pretty good staple for any collection whether you're an esteemed graphic novel collector or a complete n00b. It also makes a pretty perfect gift for the pogonophile in your life. 

NOW THAT YOU'VE SEEN bee's mini collection, TELL US...
 Do you own any graphic novels? Which ones?
 Which ones should I get my hands on next? 

Leave your answers in the comments below, or tweet us @tftcblog. We'll see you on Wednesday. P.S If you'd like to see more about graphic novels, check out Luke's Read, To Read, Want post. 

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3 comments:

  1. This is a huge thing I miss about living in England. Whilst we have a brilliant bookshop here, that does stock English literature, I have yet to stumble across anywhere that sells graphic novels. Perhaps I will take a mooch at these two next time I visit home!

    If you're into fairy tales, you might enjoy the Fables series, gorgeous art work. Or if it's a more gritty story line that you seek, then Preacher is a classic!

    Gemma
    Faded Windmills

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  2. I'm an avid manga reader but 'graphic novels', not so much... The first title sounds really interesting though!

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  3. I don't own any graphic novels, but the two you mention look beautiful! I'll definitely be looking out for these when I'm next in a bookshop :)

    Gemma

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