Thesaurus results for GRAPHIC NOVEL

graphic novel

noun

as in comic book

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Recent Examples of graphic novel Hamill and his cousin Eric Johnson created a graphic novel, The Black Pearl, published by Dark Horse Comics in 1997. —

Sanat Pai Raikar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026 The story — told in the colorful, emotional graphic novel that will be published by Z2 — follows three artists on the Seattle scene, tracking their triumphs and tragedies as they are guided by an oracle, the Queen of the Seasons, who narrates the story. —

Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2026 This reading and writing system distinguishes Gran’s approach to storytelling from the way a similar autobiographical narrative could be conveyed in a novel, graphic novel, or film. —

Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026 Farewell to Seasons is a historical fantasy set in that world, and alongside the graphic novel, there will also be a ‘lost’ rock opera connected to the story, featuring original music written from the perspective of David Williams, one of the main characters. —

Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for graphic novel

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Unlike her comic book counterpart, who frequently pressured Wilson to leave his criminal empire behind, Zurer’s portrayal of Vanessa has been complicit — and downright integral — to Kingpin’s operations.

— Antonio Ferme, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026
Cultural references and icons appear in abundance, including comic book heroes, vintage toys and other memorabilia that spark the mind and imagination.

— Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2026