The hottest Graphic novels Substack posts right now

Graphic novels are becoming a popular and important form of literature in the 21st century. They combine pictures and stories in a unique way.
Books with illustrations can be just as impactful as traditional novels and can stretch the boundaries of what a book can be. Many authors are blending text and visuals creatively.
Lists of the best books often spark discussions and differing opinions. People appreciate sharing their favorites and what they feel might have been overlooked.

Kate McKean is reopening to queries on October 2 after being closed for a while.
She will be very selective in taking on new clients and wants to be excited about new books.
She is looking for adult novels, non-fiction, graphic novels, and works for young adults and middle-grade readers.

David Small creates art that shows big feelings and fears, often inspired by monster movies he loved as a kid. He relates to the giant creatures and uses them to express those feelings in his work.
When deciding on colors and styles for his illustrations, he chooses what fits the mood of each story. For example, he picked bright colors for one story to match its lively vibe, while another used darker colors to create a more serious tone.
Small emphasizes that in graphic novels, visuals are very important. Writers need to trust artists to bring their stories to life without over-directing them.

Fishflies inspired Jeff Lemire's new comic book series.
The book is serialized through a Substack newsletter and has gone through revisions.
The story is published in extra-length 64-page issues, resembling _Elseworlds_ books, and bi-monthly volumes are the trades.

Jeff Lemire's new project 'Fishflies' will launch in print from Image Comics starting in July, with each issue being giant-sized at 56 pages.
Lemire will be doing signings in Toronto, Vancouver, Chicago, and more, along with appearances at events like San Diego Comic Con and the Thought Bubble Festival.
The next book in the Bone Orchard universe called 'Tenement' will launch in June, connecting the pieces from previous stories.

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Graphic novels can influence important topics like housing policy. They make complex ideas easier to understand with visuals.
Lower housing costs often get overlooked because people focus on less important concerns. It's important to address what truly matters.
Using engaging media like podcasts can help share and discuss these ideas effectively with a wider audience.

The author shares their first success in building a large subscriber base for their publication.
The author discusses the challenges of making a living through their creative work and the need to diversify income sources.
The author introduces their new tabletop role-playing game, highlighting its extensive content and inviting support through a Kickstarter campaign.

Black Hammer: The End is the conclusion to a cycle of books in the Black Hammer Universe.
Malachi Ward will handle the art in the new Black Hammer series.
Fishflies #2 is now available and has an extra issue, making the series seven issues long.

The author read and studied various types of content over the past year including graphic novels, video games, screenplays, novels, nonfiction, TV & film, short stories, poems, and for fun
The author found inspiration from the works they read, learning from different genres and styles to enhance their writing
Many of the works the author read were by well-known writers such as Frank Miller, Alan Moore, Stephen King, and Warren Ellis, among others

Artificial intelligence, like the internet, is transforming every possible aspect of our life.
Creating AI art is like cooking an image, requiring multiple iterations and feedback.
AI art may impact industries like comic books, graphic novels, and independent game development.