10 Engaging Graphic Novels

Graphic novels combine stunning artwork with compelling stories, making reading immersive and fun. This list features ten engaging graphic novels spanning adventure, friendship, mystery, and humor, perfect for readers of all ages.

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Rating Summary

🟢 Green – Fully clean, kid friendly, no graphic content

🔵 Blue – Mild emotional intensity or thematic elements; safe for older children or teens

🟣 Purple – Moderate emotional heaviness but still fully clean and non explicit; suitable for teens and adults

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🟢 1. Roller Girl – Victoria Jamieson

Series: Standalone

A middle schooler discovers friendship, resilience, and courage while learning roller derby. Fun, heartfelt, and visually vibrant.

🔵 2. Smile – Raina Telgemeier

Series: Standalone

A humorous and relatable memoir about growing up, braces, family, and friendship, illustrated with expressive art.

🟢 3. Lumberjanes – Noelle Stevenson

Series: Lumberjanes Book 1 of 12+ (more planned)

A group of girls at summer camp faces supernatural adventures, forging friendships, bravery, and teamwork.

🔵 4. Sisters – Raina Telgemeier

Series: Standalone

A sweet, funny, and realistic story about sibling relationships and family dynamics.

🟢 5. Phoebe and Her Unicorn – Dana Simpson

Series: Phoebe and Her Unicorn, Book 1 of 7+ (more planned)

A lighthearted and magical friendship between a girl and a unicorn, full of humor, charm, and gentle lessons.

🔵 6. Nimona – Noelle Stevenson

Series: Standalone

A playful, clever fantasy adventure with a young shapeshifter and her morally ambiguous mentor. Thoughtful, funny, and full of heart.

🟢 7. Rollergirl – Victoria Jamieson

Series: Standalone

Middle school challenges and self-discovery collide with humor, friendship, and the excitement of learning roller derby.

🔵 8. Sisters of the Sea – Claire Buettner

Series: Standalone

A fantasy graphic novel following two sisters on a magical journey across oceans, blending adventure, family, and courage.

🟣 9. The Tea Dragon Society – Katie O’Neill

Series: Standalone

A gentle, beautifully illustrated fantasy about friendship, craftsmanship, and caring for magical tea dragons.

🟢 10. The Witch Boy – Molly Knox Ostertag

Series: The Witch Boy, Book 1 of 3+ (more planned)

A coming-of-age story about identity, family, and magic in a world where boys aren’t supposed to be witches.

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Why These Made the List

✔ Fun, visually engaging stories with strong storytelling

✔ Characters show courage, friendship, growth, and humor

✔ A mix of fantasy, memoir, slice-of-life, and adventure

✔ Perfect for middle-grade, teen, and adult readers

✔ Offers diversity in experiences, art styles, and themes

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