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And while there are other Bluey books out there, this one will be the first-ever graphic novel for the series and the first Bluey book geared toward slightly older kids (the official suggested age range is 7-10 years).
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De Elizabeth, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025
The 2020 action thriller Extraction, directed by Sam Hargrave, was based on the graphic novel Ciudad by Ande Parks, with art by Fernando León González, and co-written by Joe and Anthony Russo.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
Caught Stealing is an adaptation of a popular graphic novel of the same name and directed by Darren Aronofsky.
—Yamillah Hurtado, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Then there’s the graphic novel ink with dirt from Blake’s grave mixed into it.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2025
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De Elizabeth, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025
The 2020 action thriller Extraction, directed by Sam Hargrave, was based on the graphic novel Ciudad by Ande Parks, with art by Fernando León González, and co-written by Joe and Anthony Russo.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
Caught Stealing is an adaptation of a popular graphic novel of the same name and directed by Darren Aronofsky.
—Yamillah Hurtado, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Then there’s the graphic novel ink with dirt from Blake’s grave mixed into it.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2025
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In fact, if the ongoing reign of multiplayer shooter Marvel Rivals is any indication, the comic book character wrapping might just be the incentive needed to get otherwise bookish gamers fully committed to the bloodsport.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
9 Sep. 2025
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This indie rock musical follows a first date into a funny, fresh, comic book adventure and coming-of-age story.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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First appearing in the Peanuts comic strip in 1965, Snoopy’s playful aerial adventures have appeared in comics, TV specials, movies, and even video games.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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The exhibition captured the fashion choices and other style elements and references from the Peanuts comic strip.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graphic%20novel. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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