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Graphic Novel Review: ‘Tunnels’ by Rutu Modan from Drawn+Quarterly
Readers will be captivated by the twists and turns of Rutu Modan's 'Tunnels' as it navigates an adventure with ever-reaching stakes.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘Leonard Cohen: On a Wire’ by Philippe Girard from Drawn+Quarterly
'Leonard Cohen: On a Wire' from Philippe Girard and published by Drawn+Quarterly is a whirlwind tour of the life of famed singer-songwriter Cohen.
Read More »Comics Review: ‘Red Flowers’ by Tsuge from Drawn+Quarterly
'Red Flowers' by Yoshiharu Tsuge is an early example that comics can evoke as much as any form of literature.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Footsteps in the Garden’ by Bob MacKenzie
Mackenzie's work is as diverse as the world is strange and wonderful and 'Footsteps in the Garden' is the perfect introduction to his poetry.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘Hakim’s Odyssey: Book 1: From Syria to Turkey’ by Fabien Toulm
'Hakim's Odyssey: Book 1 - From Syria to Turkey' by Fabien Toulme is a wonderful, humane, retelling of one man's story capturing the plight of all refugees.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘Prophet Against Slavery’ by David Lester (Beacon Press)
Born in 1682, Benjamin Lay took up the fight against slavery generations before others would make headway in the 19th century.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘This is How I Disappear’ by Mirion Malle from Drawn+Quarterly
'This is How I Disappear' by Mirion Malle from Drawn+Quarterly discusses burnout and coping in a way that is rarely seen in literature.
Read More »Theatre Interview: Dominic Gerrard of ‘Ghosts & Murder: Haunting Tales by Charles Dickens’
Actor Dominic Gerrard takes us into the world of Charles Dickens, highlighting why the celebrated author's works still resonate with audiences around the world today.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘Secret Life’ by Ellsworth & VanderMeer from Drawn+Quarterly
'Secret Life' by Theo Ellsworth is unique in graphic novels as it refuses to be pinned down into a single genre.
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