Graphic novels are a special and exciting way to find new stories or enjoy old ones in a different way. There are lots of great stories in , especially for young adults. If you are ready to jump in, now is the best time!
If you are not sure where to start or which graphic novel to read first, do not worry. This list of graphic novels for teens is here to help you find the perfect graphic novel that you’ll surely love. Before you know it, your reading list will be full of graphic novels.
Must-Read Graphic Novels For Teens
Here is the list of Graphic novels for teens:
Monster: A Graphic Novel
“Monster: A Graphic Novel” is a book that tells the story of a young boy named Steve Harmon. Steve is 16 years old and is in jail. He is waiting for his trial because he is accused of a serious crime called felony homicide.
Steve decides to make a movie about what he is going through. He calls his movie “Monster” because that is what the person who is trying to prove that he did the crime, the prosecutor, calls him.
Check, Please!: #Hockey
“Check, Please!: #Hockey” is a book about a boy named Eric Bittle, who everyone calls “Bitty”. Bitty used to be a figure skating champion when he was younger, and now he is in college playing hockey. He is also really good at making videos and baking pies.
Bitty is from a small town in Georgia, but now he is at a big university in Massachusetts. He is scared of getting hit in hockey, which is called “checking”. He also has to make friends with his new teammates.
The book is about Bitty’s first two years in college. It talks about his life, his hockey games, and his friends. It also talks about how Bitty is figuring out who he is, because he’s gay.
I Am Alfonso Jones
“I Am Alfonso Jones” is a book about a 15-year-old boy named Alfonso Jones. Alfonso is very excited because he is going to play the role of Hamlet in his school’s hip-hop version of the famous play. He also wants to tell his best friend, Danetta, that he likes her.
However, one day, when Alfonso is buying a suit, a police officer who is not on duty thinks Alfonso has a gun, but it is really just a clothes hanger. The police officer shoots Alfonso.
After that, Alfonso wakes up in a place after death. He is on a ghost train with other people who were also shot by police officers. These people teach Alfonso about this new world.
The Magic Fish
“The Magic Fish” is a book about a boy named Tiến Phong. Tien is a Vietnamese boy who was born in America. He likes to read fairy tales with his mom, Hiền, to help her learn English. However, Tiến has a secret: he is gay, and he does not know how to tell his mom.
The book is divided into three fairy tales, with the main story about Tiến and his mom. In the main story, Tiến is trying to tell his friend Julian, who he likes, that he is gay. He is also trying to tell his parents, but he is scared they will not understand.
Speak: The Graphic Novel
This is a story about a girl named Melinda who is struggling after a traumatic event. She was hurt at a party before starting high school and now she is having a hard time fitting in. She finds comfort in art and slowly starts to heal.
Fence
This story is about a man named Troy who works as a garbage collector. He has a complicated relationship with his family and his past. He also has a conflict with his son Cory about his future.
Frontera
This could refer to two different stories. One is a book called “Borderlands / La Frontera” which talks about how the U.S.-Mexico border affects the people living there.
The other is a film called “Frontera” about a woman who is killed on her ranch and a Mexican man is wrongly blamed.
The Infinity Particle
This is a graphic novel about a girl named Clementine who moves to Mars for a new job. She meets a lifelike AI named Kye and they start to have feelings for each other. This leads to questions about freedom and autonomy for AI.
Girl on Fire
This could refer to two different stories. One is a book about choosing yourself and creating your own path in life and business. The other is a graphic novel about a girl named Lolo who discovers she has powers when the police wrongly accuse her brother.
Squire
This is a story about a young man who is training to be a knight. He is more interested in love and romance than war.
Nimona
This is a graphic novel about a shapeshifter named Nimona who joins a knight named Ballister Blackheart. They plan to destroy an organization that controls their world. Nimona’s unpredictable nature leads to many adventures.
Graceling: The Graphic Novel
This is a story about a girl named Katsa. She is a Graceling, which means she was born with an extreme skill. In Katsa’s case, she can kill a man with her bare hands. She works for her uncle, the king, as his enforcer.
However, everything changes when she meets Po, a prince from another land who is also a Graceling. They discover a terrible secret that could destroy everything.
unOrdinary Volume
This is a story about a boy named John. He is just an ordinary teenager in a world where people have superpowers. These superpowers determine a person’s social status. John prefers to stay under the radar, but he has a secret past that could disrupt the social order at his school.
Project Nought
This is a story about a boy named Ren. He is from the year 1996, but he wakes up in the year 2122. He was brought to the future by a company called Chronotech to help students in 2122 learn about history.
However, Ren discovers that Chronotech might not be as good as they claim to be.
The Faint Of Heart
This is a story set in a world where people remove their hearts to avoid feeling hurt. June is the only one with a heart. She finds a heart in a jar and hopes to use it to return her sister to normal. However, she also meets a boy who is starting to feel again, even though he does not have a heart.
Paper Girls
This is a story about four 12-year-old girls who deliver newspapers. One morning after Halloween, they get caught up in a conflict between two groups of time travellers. As they travel through time, they meet future versions of themselves and have to decide whether to accept or reject their future selves.
Wires and Nerve
This is a story about an android named Iko. She lives in a world where Earth and Luna (the moon) have a peace alliance. But there are rogue packs of wolf-hybrid soldiers that threaten this peace. Iko decides to hunt down the leader of these soldiers. She ends up working for a handsome royal guard who makes her question everything she knows about loyalty, love, and her own humanity.
Northanger Abbey
This is a story about a young woman named Catherine Morland. She is invited to stay with the Tilney family at their home, Northanger Abbey. Catherine loves reading Gothic novels and she starts to imagine herself in a Gothic romance.
However, her imagination leads to misunderstandings and she has to learn the difference between fiction and reality.
Firebird
This is a story about a young soldier who starts a secret romantic relationship with a fighter pilot. They are both in the Soviet Air Force during the Cold War. Their love is forbidden and they have to hide it.
However, their secret becomes harder to keep as they face various challenges.
The Prince and the Dressmaker
This is a story about a prince named Sebastian and a dressmaker named Frances. Sebastian likes to dress up as a woman at night and he becomes the glamorous Lady Crystallia. Frances is hired to make dresses for him.
They become friends, and they have to navigate the challenge of keeping Sebastian’s secret.
Some Questions to know
What are graphic novels?
Graphic novels for teens are books that are written and illustrated like comic books. They are often longer and have more detailed stories than regular comic books.
Why do teens like graphic novels?
Graphic novels for teens are popular with teens because they have diverse stories that teens can relate to. They are also visually appealing and easier to read than traditional novels.
Are there different types of graphic novels for teens?
Yes, there are many types of graphic novels for teens. They can be about anything from romance to fantasy to history.
Where can I find good graphic novels for teens?
There are many places to find good graphic novels for teens. You can check out lists of recommended graphic novels online. You can also ask for recommendations at your local library or bookstore.
