The Handmaid’s Tale: The Graphic Novel by Margaret Atwood & Renee Nault
In the Republic of Gilead, Offred is a Handmaid whose sole purpose is to bear children for the ruling elite, stripped of her rights, name, and past life. Haunted by memories of freedom, her quiet resistance becomes an act of defiance. This graphic novel adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, illustrated by Renee Nault, brings the chilling world of Gilead vividly to life.
A Wrinkle in Time: The Graphic Noel by Hope Larson
Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin journey through space and time via tesseract to rescue Meg’s father from a dark force threatening the universe. In this graphic novel adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time, Hope Larson brings Madeleine L’Engle’s classic story to life with vivid illustrations and fresh imagination.
Coraline by Neil Gaiman & P. Craig Russell
When Coraline discovers a hidden door in her new home, she enters a parallel world that seems better—until her “other” parents try to trap her there forever. To escape and return to her real life, she must rely on courage and cleverness. Neil Gaiman’s eerie tale is vividly reimagined in this graphic novel adaptation by acclaimed artist P. Craig Russell.
Anne of Green Gables: A Graphic Novel by Mariah Marsden
When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert adopt imaginative, flame-haired Anne Shirley by mistake, they’re swept into a world of mischief, charm, and unexpected joy. From schoolyard rivalries to dreamy daydreams, Anne brings life and color to Green Gables and all of Avonlea. This whimsical graphic novel adaptation reimagines L.M. Montgomery’s beloved classic for a new generation of readers.
Kindred: A Graphic Novel Adaptation by Damian Duffy
Dana, a young Black writer in 1970s California, is inexplicably pulled back in time to a Maryland plantation, where her survival depends on protecting Rufus, a white slaveholder—and her ancestor. As past and present collide, she must confront the brutal legacy of slavery firsthand. This graphic novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s Kindred offers a haunting, powerful exploration of history, identity, and connection.
The Complete Maus by Art Spiegelman
Tells the powerful, layered story of Vladek Spiegelman, a Jewish Holocaust survivor, and his son Art, a cartoonist grappling with his father’s past and their fraught relationship. Using animal allegory—Jews as mice, Nazis as cats—this groundbreaking graphic novel brings the horror of the Holocaust and the weight of inherited trauma into stark, unforgettable focus.
Anne Frank’s Diary: The Graphic Adaptation by Ari Folman
This first-ever graphic adaptation of The Diary of a Young Girl brings Anne Frank’s unforgettable words to life with vivid illustrations by David Polonsky and adaptation by Ari Folman. Faithful to the original, it captures Anne’s resilience, humanity, and insight during her time in hiding, offering a powerful new way to experience her timeless story.
The Novel Life of Jane Austen: a Graphic Biography by Janine Barchas
A richly researched and playfully illustrated graphic biography that reimagines Austen as the heroine of her own story. Spanning her journey from budding writer to published author, it explores the real-life struggles behind her literary genius, all set against the detailed backdrop of Georgian England. Created by Austen scholar Janine Barchas and graphic novelist Isabel Greenberg, this unique work blends history, humor, and homage for fans old and new.
Snow White by Matt Phelan
Set in 1928 New York, Snow White reimagines the classic fairy tale as a gritty, film noir thriller. Samantha White returns to a city of shadows, where her cruel stepmother is obsessed with a sinister stock ticker and danger lurks around every corner. Matt Phelan’s graphic novel blends vintage glamour with haunting atmosphere in a bold new take on the timeless tale.
A Game of Thrones: The Graphic Novel by Daniel Abraham
This graphic novel adaptation of A Game of Thrones brings George R. R. Martin’s epic to life, depicting the struggle for power in Westeros. As winter approaches, Eddard Stark of Winterfell faces political intrigue, while across the sea, Prince Viserys plots to reclaim the throne with the help of the Dothraki. Intrigue, betrayal, and danger threaten to unravel the realm.
Slaughterhouse-Five, or the Children’s Crusade: A Graphic Novel Adaptation by Kurt Vonnegut Jr., Ryan North & Albert Monteys
Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, a classic anti-war novel, is brought to graphic novel form by writer Ryan North and artist Albert Monteys. The story follows Billy Pilgrim, a man “unstuck in time,” as he experiences the horrors of war, the bombing of Dresden, and his strange journey to the planet Tralfamadore, blending dark humor and deep reflections on human fragility.
The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, Ian Edginton & INJ Culbard
Following their successful adaptation of The Picture of Dorian Gray, Ian Edginton and I.N.J. Culbard return with a striking graphic novel version of Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Hound of the Baskervilles. With vivid art and sharp storytelling, they bring new life to Holmes’s eerie case filled with clues, curses, and suspense.
The Road: A Graphic Novel Adaptation by Cormac McCarthy & Manu Larcenet
The first-ever graphic novel adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s Pulitzer Prize–winning The Road, illustrated by Manu Larcenet and approved by McCarthy himself, powerfully captures the novel’s stark, postapocalyptic world. Through haunting ink illustrations, this adaptation deepens the harrowing story of a father and son’s struggle to survive with their humanity intact.
The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, Peter Kuper & Kerstin Hasenpusch
Acclaimed artist Peter Kuper reimagines Kafka’s The Metamorphosis with bold, expressionist-inspired illustrations that capture the story’s dark humor and emotional depth. Blending American cartooning with German expressionism, this graphic novel brings new life to Kafka’s timeless tale of alienation and transformation.
Dante’s Inferno: A Graphic Novel Adaptation by Dante Alighieri, Paul & Gaetan Brizzi
Acclaimed animators Paul and Gaëtan Brizzi bring Dante’s Inferno to life in a lush, dramatic graphic novel that preserves the depth and darkness of the original. Guided by Virgil, Dante journeys through the nine circles of Hell, encountering mythological figures, sinners, and demons in a richly illustrated tale of sin, redemption, and eternal consequence. This adaptation balances literary fidelity with striking visual storytelling, making the classic epic both accessible and haunting.
The Giver by Lois Lowry & P. Craig Russell
Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic The Giver is reimagined as a graphic novel with haunting illustrations by acclaimed artist P. Craig Russell. This powerful adaptation brings new depth to the story of a boy uncovering the dark truths hidden beneath his society’s perfect surface.
Macbeth by William Shakespeare & Gareth Hinds
Gareth Hinds brings Shakespeare’s Macbeth to life in a gripping graphic novel filled with dark ambition, madness, and murder. Set in eleventh-century Scotland, this richly illustrated adaptation plunges readers into Macbeth’s unraveling psyche as he pursues power at any cost.
Ray Bradbury’s The Martian Chronicles by Dennis Calero
Bradbury’s haunting vision of mankind’s conquest of Mars is brought to life through Dennis Calero’s stunning full-color art. This graphic novel weaves together fourteen interconnected stories, revealing how Earth’s colonizers are ultimately transformed—and undone—by the red planet’s ancient mysteries.
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Powerfully reimagined in this fully authorized graphic novel, illustrated by Brazilian artist Odyr. With vivid brushwork and striking design, this adaptation captures the timeless tale of revolution, propaganda, and the corrupting force of power, making Orwell’s message as urgent and relevant as ever.
Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, David Zane Mairowitz, & Alain Korkos
In this gripping graphic adaptation of Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment, a former student named Raskolnikov commits a brutal murder, believing himself above moral law. As guilt and paranoia consume him, only the compassion of Sonya, a marginalized sex worker, offers a path to redemption.
The Call of Cthulu and Dagon by HP Lovecraft, Pete Katz & Dave Shephard
This vividly illustrated graphic novel adapts H. P. Lovecraft’s The Call of Cthulhu and Dagon, immersing readers in the eerie world of the Cthulhu Mythos. With art by Dave Shephard, it brings to life the cosmic horror of ancient, unknowable beings and offers a striking introduction to Lovecraft’s dark universe.
The Merchant of Venice by Gareth Hinds
This graphic novel adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice combines elegant, contemporary artwork with a faithful yet concise retelling of the classic tale. As Bassanio risks his friend Antonio’s life to win the love of Portia, a clever intervention and high drama unfold in a dark, modernized Venice.
The Art of War by Pete Katz
This graphic novel adaptation of Sun Tzu’s The Art of War, illustrated by Pete Katz, brings the ancient military treatise to life with vibrant, full-color battle scenes. Focused on a teacher and pupil discussing key strategies like planning, tactics, and espionage, this edition makes the timeless wisdom of Sun Tzu accessible and visually engaging.
Call of the Wild by Jack London, Neil Kleid & Alex Nino
This graphic novel adaptation tells the story of an unusual dog, part St. Bernard and part Scotch shepherd, who is forced into the harsh Klondike gold fields. As he endures brutal conditions, he rises to become the leader of a wild wolf pack.
Lord of the Flies by William Golding & Aimee Jongh
In this graphic novel adaptation of Lord of the Flies, a group of schoolboys survives a plane crash on a desert island, only to descend into chaos as their innocence fades. As they explore and face growing fears of a beast, their fragile society unravels, and their struggle with humanity versus savagery becomes a haunting reality.
Dracula by Bram Stoker & Jason Cobley
This graphic novel adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula stays true to the original gothic classic, using authentic text and dialogue alongside powerful illustrations. Faithfully and thoughtfully abridged, it brings the haunting tale to life while making it accessible to a wide range of readers.
1984: The Graphic Novel by George Orwell & Fido Nesti
This graphic novel adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984, illustrated by Fido Nesti, brings the dystopian classic to life with evocative, immersive artwork. As Winston Smith dares to remember the past and defy a totalitarian regime, his forbidden love and rebellion place him in grave danger in a world where Big Brother sees all.
To Kill a Mockingbird: A Graphic Novel by Harper Lee & Fred Fordham
Reimagined as a powerful graphic novel, with Fred Fordham’s illustrations bringing to life the story’s unforgettable characters and themes. Set in 1930s Alabama, this adaptation explores race, class, justice, and coming of age through the eyes of young Scout Finch.
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte & Sean Michael Wilson
Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights is vividly brought to life in this full-color graphic novel, featuring hand-painted watercolor artwork that captures the novel’s haunting atmosphere. Faithfully adapted with authentic text and dialogue, this edition preserves the intensity of the original while making it accessible to a broad range of readers.
Jane Eyre: The Graphic Novel by Charlotte Bronte & Amy Corzine
This graphic novel adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre follows the journey of an orphaned young woman who becomes a governess at the enigmatic Thornfield Hall. There, she encounters the brooding Mr. Rochester and uncovers dark secrets that test her strength, independence, and resolve.
The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien & Chuck Dixon
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit is brought to life in this fully painted graphic novel, retelling the beloved adventure of Bilbo Baggins as he joins Gandalf and thirteen dwarves on a perilous quest to reclaim stolen treasure. With richly detailed artwork and carefully abridged text, this authorized edition captures the magic and danger of Middle-earth for readers of all ages.
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen & Nancy Butler
Marvel’s graphic novel adaptation of Sense and Sensibility brings Jane Austen’s debut novel to life, following sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood as they navigate love, loss, and societal pressures. This vibrant retelling captures the emotional depth and romantic drama of Austen’s timeless story.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley & Fred Fordham
Powerfully reimagined in graphic novel form by artist Fred Fordham, bringing its dystopian vision of control, technology, and dehumanization to life with vivid detail. This adaptation captures the surreal and prophetic essence of the original, offering a fresh, accessible entry point to one of the 20th century’s most enduring works.
The Alchemist by Paul Coelho & Derek Ruiz
Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist is brought to life in this beautifully illustrated graphic novel by Daniel Sampere, capturing the magical journey of Santiago, a shepherd boy in search of treasure and purpose. This modern classic inspires readers to follow their dreams, trust their hearts, and recognize life’s deeper meanings.
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett & Mariah Marsden
This graphic novel adaptation of The Secret Garden reimagines Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic tale of transformation and healing. As young Mary Lennox uncovers the mysteries of Misselthwaite Manor and its hidden garden, she discovers friendship, wonder, and the magic of growth in even the most unexpected places.
The Stranger by Albert Camus & Jacques Ferrandez
This graphic novel adaptation of Albert Camus’s The Stranger captures the existential detachment and stark atmosphere of the original novel through striking visuals. It follows Meursault, a man who reacts to life—and death—with unsettling indifference, ultimately leading to a senseless act and his own condemnation.
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