
I am also going to join Rhinoa's Manga Challenge this year, and since I do read so many of each, I've decided to keep the mangas separate from the other graphic novels, just to make it more of a personal challenge - and to keep myself from becoming stuck in a rut - those manga series can be addictive!
As far as reading lists go, I do not like to post them as a general rule, because then I feel obligated to read from the list, which sucks the fun out of it, making it feel like an assignment. But I do have a few I'm planning on reading, including the next Lunch Lady book and an interesting looking one I found on the shelf at my library called Vogelein. I'll post the others as I go.
If you are wondering what all the graphic novel hype is about but haven't taken the plunge yet, this is a great way to give this format a try - and you will get all kinds of great ideas from other participants. Remember that graphic novels are not a genre, they are a format. They offer the same substance (or lack thereof) and variety of regular printed books, but with the added benefit of illustrations, many of which are a feast to the eyes. It may take you a while to get yourself to slow down, pull away from the text, and enjoy the interaction between the images and the words, which can convey things with a subtlety that is impossible with only text. There are so many wonderful things out there - historical fiction, biography, humor, fantasy, nonfiction, retellings of classics, mysteries - move beyond your preconceived notions and give them a try - you won't be sorry!
Yay! I'm glad you're joining the Graphic Novels one! I am looking forward to getting some excellent recommendations off this one.
ReplyDeleteJenny - Me, too! I'm looking forward to it, and I've just finished my first one.
ReplyDeleteI'm so thrilled that you're in Darla :D I was hoping that you would join!! I got your email and I'll get back to you soon on it! There are plenty of spots open still ;)
ReplyDeleteChris - Of course I had to join! :-) I'm glad there are spots left - I'll try to think of something fun!
ReplyDeleteHi Darla,
ReplyDeleteStop by my blog tomorrow. I have a little something for you there...
Caroline
I'm joining the graphic novels challenge too! It looks too awesome to resist :D
ReplyDeleteThis reminds me I need to check out the Fables and see where they're at. I was caught up but I think I'm behind again.
ReplyDeleteWelcome, welcome! I keep saying that I'm going to make a "comics and graphic novels: NOT A GENRE" t-shirt. I'll send one your way once it's ready ;)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your challenges!
ReplyDeleteCaroline - Thanks so much! I am honored. :-)
ReplyDeleteJoanne - Great! I can't wait to see what you read (not that I need any more on my pile, but who can resist?)
Ladytink - I wish my library had more of that series - I've only been able to read the first one. :-(
Nymeth - Thanks! I'd definitely wear it!
Kailana - Thank you! I'm sure I'll have fun. :-)