April Is Showering Us With New Comics and Graphic Novels
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April rains may or may not bring flowers in May, depending on where you are. But there’s one thing we can all look forward to: a series of brand new graphic novels and comic books that will keep you busy until justin timberlake memes Explode on your social media feed.
This month, you’ll be able to enjoy adaptations of old favourites, tales of whimsy and fantasy that are perfect for escapism, and more grounded stories about young people finding their way in a confusing world. Whether you’re excited to sit outside with your new lessons or are looking for an excuse to stay inside away from the bugs and allergens, you’ll definitely find something to suit your tastes below.
Feels great, huh? So what are we waiting for? Now let’s dive in!
Unemployed Killers Support Group By Rio (April 21)
Even vicious killers need emotional support. That’s the premise behind this new series, which follows unrepentant murderers dealing with a devastating fall from grace. The past haunts them all, but for one of the group members, the threat may be more physical than psychological…
until we meet again By Lily Kim Qian (April 21)
In this lavishly illustrated graphic memoir, Lily recounts her childhood with her loving but sometimes uncommunicative single father. Occasional intrusions from his mentally ill mother add to his sense of dislocation and instability as he matures, and his struggles with mental illness help him accept the past and embrace the future.
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Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga By Dave Pilkey and Motojiro (April 7)
Fans of the original Captain Underpants will now get the chance to relive their hero’s first adventure, this time in manga form. Hang out with Harold and George once again as they create the best, if somewhat scantily clad, superhero of them all!
mixed emotions By Sara Amini and Shadiya Amin (April 7)
As a mixed-race girl, Sarah never felt comfortable anywhere. When she starts middle school, everything starts to get worse, until the drama club comes to her rescue. Pretending is an invaluable outlet, but how long will it take for reality to intrude into Sarah’s happy fantasy life?
Princess Academy: The Graphic Novel By Shannon Hale and Victoria Ying (April 7)
When the prince decides he wants to marry a common villager, all the girls in Miri’s village – including Miri – are forced to take the princess’s tutelage to see which of them is the most beautiful. Is Miri ready for the challenge? More importantly, does she really want to be?
Hotel Limbo By Ben Harel and various artists (April 14)
What happens when we die? This is an age old question. According to this webcomic, you travel to Hotel Limbo, where a bizarre staff – including the newest “hire”, Bibi – takes care of their undead guests using their very own unusual abilities.
once upon a tale By Audrey Perrot and Charlene Chua (April 21)
The first in a new series, once upon a tale Follows Poppy the dragon and Wallace the horse as they debate all of life’s biggest questions, like “Can dragons eat bananas?” No matter how much they disagree on the answers to these questions, Poppy and Wallace remain best friends!
someday perfect By Kat Schneider (April 21)
Meg is already struggling with her Christian faith – and the way everyone expects her to express it – when she develops a crush on a boy she met at summer camp. Can she find a way to reconcile her feelings with her religious beliefs?
and don’t forget new release indexWhere even more goodies await all you eager readers!