Top 5 Graphic Novels and Comics You Need to Read 2023

Do you get bored of reading long traditional novels and tend to lose your interest in reading? Don't worry! You can try out with Comics and Graphics Novels!

Comics and Graphic Novels offer a unique and engaging storytelling experience through a combination of visual art and written narrative in diverse genres which are great for even the most reluctant readers. The visual elements can bring characters and scenes to life in a way that makes them more engaging and helps both children and adults avoid falling into the 'Reading Slump' that traditional novels might not! Comics are comparatively shorter, featuring standalone episodes or shorter story arcs, while graphic novels are longer, complete narratives with a more comprehensive storyline. With so many genres, there is a graphic novel out there for everyone! Here is the list of the Top 5 Famous Graphic Novels and Comics for you:

1. The Adventures of Asterix: This is a French comic book series by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo that was originally written in French and has gained extreme popularity. The series focuses on the adventures of the Gaulish warrior Asterix and his friend Obelix in a fictional village in the ancient region of Gaul. This village is celebrated as the only part of Gaul not yet conquered by the Romans because of the inhabitants gaining superhuman strength by drinking a magic potion brewed by the village 'Druid Getafix'. Asterix's adventures include dealing with the Romans to conquer the village and helping those the locales need.

2. One Piece: It is a Japanese 'Manga' series written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda. Since July 1997, its chapters have been compiled into over 104 volumes as of November 2022. The plot of the story revolves around the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and an unfortunate boy. With the help of his pirate crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, Luffy searches for the deceased King of the Pirates' grand treasure named 'One Piece' to become the next King of the Pirates. One Piece has over 517 million copies circulated worldwide, making it the best-selling manga series in history, and the best-selling comic series printed in book volume.

3. Lucky Luke: It is a Belgian comic series created by Belgian cartoonist Maurice De Bevere starring a titular character, Lucky Luke, the Cowboy known to "shoot faster than his shadow". He is a Cowboy, who is resourceful and skilled and is accompanied by a smart horse and a foolish dog. The stories are based on real events.

4. Watchmen: It is a famous comic novel by the British author Alan Moore. The plot depicts an aging hero, who is murdered in 1985, prompting a former ally to investigate and suspect a serial killer targeting heroes. He seeks out other former heroes to unravel the mystery. A shocking climax unfolds when they discover that another ex-teammate 'Ozymandias' had created a monstrous squid causing mass casualties in New York to unite the US and USSR against a common alien threat.

5. Dragon Ball: It is a Japanese 'Manga' series created by Akira Toriyama in 1985. The plot describes Goku's progression as a martial artist in his search for the eponymous 'Dragon Balls' which are seven magical balls that are scattered across the world and can be used to summon the dangerous Shenron dragon when assembled. At the beginning of the story, a genius girl invents a Radar to detect the magical balls to help Goku find them faster. To conclude, Graphic Novels and Comics are quick-read alternatives which means that you can read more content! Hence, you do not have to worry about that growing “to read” pile. So, what are you waiting for? Let's embrace these wonderful creations!