Topic: Graphic Novels and Comics
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5 reasons graphic novels are the next big thing at your library
The book format is everywhere, from ESL classrooms to Ivy League libraries.
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10 most controversial authors (in recent memory)
These writers have all sold plenty of books – and taken quite a lot of flak.
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2013 Oscar nominations: 15 films that came from the printed page
The list of Oscar nominations features 15 movies that got their start in the world of words, from Snow White to a Tolstoy classic.
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Elvis Presley: 10 quotes on his birthday
Celebrate the 78th birthday of Elvis Presley, “The King” of rock and roll, with these 10 quotes.
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10 coffee table books that make great gifts
Stuck for a present for that friend that's hard to shop for? Check out one of these gorgeous coffee table books.
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"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World": When a comic book slacker hits the big screen
"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" pushes graphic novels into the mainstream.
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Batman No. 1: a rare comic book goes up for sale
Batman No. 1 is one of the world's most prized comic books, with fewer than 300 copies thought to exist.
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Prince Valiant: 1939-1940 (Vol. 2)
Prepare to be awed by the skill and swashbuckling of this comic collection.
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Samuel L. Jackson announces 'Avengers' cast
Samuel L. Jackson, making an appearance at Comic-Con in San Diego, announced who will be portraying the superheros that make up the Avengers for the upcoming film.
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Blackest Night
The Black Lanterns are on the prowl in this highly anticipated comics collection.
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As Hollywood invades, Comic-Con keeps its quirks
Comic-Con, the annual comic book convention, has exploded into a must-attend event for Hollywood actors and producers, but the new attention represents a healthy evolution, say comic book experts.
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In Pictures: It's not Halloween, it's Comic Con
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 07/19
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Wonder Woman to finally start wearing pants
Wonder Woman: After 70 years of fighting crime in a swimsuit, the Amazon superhero will now do so while wearing trousers.
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Superman celebrates his 700th issue – with a visit to your hometown?
Superman reconnects with humanity by journeying across America.
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Josh Brolin and John Malkovich star in 'Jonah Hex': movie review
Josh Brolin plays the post-Civil War bounty hunter Jonah Hex.
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Bloomsday: Apple reverses course on controversial Ulysses Seen iPad app
Bloomsday revelers, re-Joyce! Apple reps have changed their mind about Ulysses Seen, an iPad application which was previously censored to fit the guidelines of the Apple Store. Ulysses Seen is now available – in its complete, unedited form – and just in time for Bloomsday.
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Wednesday Comics
This collection of new comic art done in classic Sunday comic style is a winner.
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How will the iPad change comic books?
With its high-resolution screen and slim profile, the iPad seems to be made for reading comic books. What will be the impact on comic book shops?
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Comic book biographies: Illuminating or illiterate?
The Vancouver, Washington publisher Bluewater Productions produces a line of unauthorized biographies, in comic book form.
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As 'Iron Man 2' showtimes fill up, Hollywood hunts next comic book hero
'Iron Man 2' showtimes are selling out fast. How does a lesser-known comic book character become a multimillion-dollar movie franchise? Star power, a solid story, and a little help from the real world.
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Don't forget Free Comic Book Day
May 1, 2010, marks the ninth annual Free Comic Book Day.
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In Pictures: Charles Schulz's 'Peanuts'
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'Peanuts' gang, including Charlie Brown and Snoopy, has a new owner
The 'Peanuts' gang, longtime cartoon stars including Charlie Brown and his dog Snoopy, has been sold to a new owner for $175 million.
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POW! Online comic books start to pull fans to the Web
Online comic books offer a more immersive experience, even as collectors savor hard copies.
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Archie Comics adds a gay character
Meet Kevin, the new character to appear this fall in Issue No. 202 of Veronica Comics.
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Can the iPad spur a comic book revival?
Comic book publishers hope the iPad will promote a return to the golden era of comic book reading.
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Wow! Batman comic gets $1.075 million, rewrites record.
A 1939 comic with the first ever appearance of masked crime fighter Batman sold at auction in Dallas in February for a record $1.075 million
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Batman knocks out Superman in a new round of "comic book wars"
Three days after a Superman comic sold for $1 million, a Batman book fetches a better price.
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The first million-dollar comic book
It's a bird, it's a plane – it's the million-dollar Superman comic book!
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