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The article highlights the top comics and graphic novels of 2025, showcasing a diverse range of genres including horror, fantasy, and memoirs, with notable works from DC, Marvel, and independent publishers, emphasizing innovative storytelling and artistic excellence.
A list of science fiction books for kids in 2023 includes picture books like "The Book From Far Away" and "The Tree and the River," as well as middle grade fiction such as "Adventure Game Comics: The Beyond" and "The Bawk-Ness Monster." Other titles include "Grace Needs Space!," "Lo and Behold," "Lost Time," "The Mighty Bite," "The Probability of Everything," "The Stupendous Switcheroo," and "Team Trash: A Time Traveler's Guide to Sustainability."
The new animated series, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, based on Bryan Lee O'Malley's graphic novels, has sparked some backlash from fans. The show takes a subversive and metatextual approach to the story, focusing on Ramona's perspective and exploring themes of abandonment and demonization of exes. While some fans appreciate the fresh take, others are disappointed by the lack of transparency in marketing and the deviation from the original story. However, the series offers clever commentary on the flaws of the protagonist and adds new layers to the Scott Pilgrim universe.
The Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C is a color E Ink tablet that offers a unique reading and note-taking experience. With its 10.3-inch color E Ink display, the tablet is designed for reading, writing, and note-taking in a low-distraction environment. While the color display is not as vibrant as LCD screens, it provides a print-like quality that is perfect for books, comics, and documents with still images. The tablet features a sleek metallic design, a powerful processor, ample storage, and runs on Android 11 with access to the Google Play store. It excels at PDFs, books, comics, and note-taking, making it a recommended choice for productivity. However, it is expensive and may not be the best option for those seeking a more versatile tablet experience.
The Newtown School Board in Connecticut voted unanimously to keep two graphic novels, "Flamer" by Mike Curato and "Blankets" by Craig Thompson, in circulation despite some parents' concerns about their sexual and gender identity themes. The board will develop a plan to address individual parent concerns. Students spoke out in favor of keeping the books, saying they offer hope and a way forward for those struggling with their identity. The decision comes amid a national trend of book bans in schools.