The Graveyard Book (Graphic Novel)

    The Graveyard Book (Graphic Novel)

    by Neil Gaiman (adapted by P. Craig Russell)

    Ages 10-142014
    Middle Grade

    A young boy named Nobody Owens is raised by ghosts in a graveyard after his family is murdered, learning to navigate both the supernatural world of the dead and the dangerous living world. The story follows Bod as he grows up under the protection of his ghostly guardians while being hunted by the man who killed his family. This coming-of-age tale explores themes of family, belonging, death, and finding one's place in the world, with a diverse cast of characters from different historical periods. The graphic novel adaptation brings Neil Gaiman's beloved story to life with visual storytelling.

    2014Published
    Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Graphic Novels / Comics

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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