Using examples from past and present, this book explains clearly what is meant by a graphic novel, then prompts children to create their own!
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents
Have you ever read a graphic novel? -- What is a graphic novel? -- Characters -- Plot -- Words and pictures -- The tools of the trade -- Making a graphic novel -- Ligne Claire-style graphic novels -- Comic book-style graphic novels -- Other styles of graphic novel -- Graphic nonfiction -- Finding the right graphic novel for you -- Take it further.