Auckland Council Libraries: Must read NZ graphic novels

Must read NZ graphic novels

​Check out some of the incredible graphic novels written and drawn by New Zealand talent.

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Sam Zabel and the magic pen

Dylan Horrocks

Graphic novel

A burned-out superhero comic artist goes on an amazing adventure that spans time and space with two companions.

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The heading dog who split in half

Mike Brown

Graphic novel

An adaptation of stories not found in history books depicting New Zealand as a country half-familiar, half-dream where the past is made strange and new.

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Shaolin burning

Anthony Sang

Graphic novel

From the acclaimed lead designer of the bro’Town TV series, the story of two kung fu fighters from seventeenth century China whose paths are destined to cross.

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Rufus Marigold

Ross Murray

Graphic novel

Rufus is a primate and budding artist who suffers from acute anxiety. Rufus yearns to be defined as something other than a nervous wreck. The book expands on the story originally presented as a webcomic.

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Thor. [Vol. 2] The mighty avenger.

Roger Langridge

Graphic novel

Roger Langridge, New Zealand born and acclaimed comic writer and artist, has penned the complete Marvel series of Thor. The mighty avenger.

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Kimble Bent

Chris Grosz

Graphic novel

Chris Grosz is the writer and artist of this incredible story about Kimble Bent’s life as a Pakeha Māori during the Taranaki land wars.

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Extra ordinary comics. Vol 3

Li Chen

Graphic novel

Extra Ordinary Comics is a slice-of-life series based on Li Chen’s life with her partner, and cat Shoelace. These fun and quirky comics have gained a big following of fans in New Zealand and abroad.

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Baltimore. Volume four Chapel of bones.

Mike Mignola

Graphic novel

In addition to the Baltimore series, New Zealand artist Ben Stenbeck has worked with author Mike Mignola on several other popular horror series including Hellboy, Witchfinder and Koshchei.

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Faction. 1

Graphic novel

A collection of New Zealand's best comic creators, showcasing and celebrating the enormous talent that exists in this Kiwi art form. A wide range of ripping stories can be found in this first book of three in the Faction series.

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"High water"

Graphic novel

Eleven of New Zealand's best comic artists use their art form to speculate on the looming threat of climate change, what it means for us, our children, and our future. An anthology introduced by actress and activist Lucy Lawless. Change is coming!

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