3D Computer-Generated Illustrations and Graphic Novels

Graphic Novels for Children – Paradigm shift from Old Comic Books

Unlike conventional and old comic books, modern graphic novels are source of real fun and entertainment for whole family. It makes reading much more interesting and engaging. And why not, with 3D computer generated illustrations and 3D graphics, modern graphic novels and comic books present a visually engaging stroryline for the readers of all ages and class.

The development of computer generated graphics has made the representation of story through graphic novels much more interesting and attractive. Although there are cynics who cry hoarse over the growing popularity of graphic novels for children, the demand for graphic novels has been skyrocketing. There are in fact few other factors as well that fuelled this growth. For instance, Graphic novels are easily comprehensible even for kids who otherwise struggle to read or write conventional reading books.

Why hate Graphic Novels for Children?
The main criticism against graphic novels is that they take the fizz out of your own imaginative ride through the fantasy world of fiction. But do you think the modern children would care a bit for such serious thoughts when they have got 3d animation studio and cartoon sketches powered graphic novels that combine narrative with computer generated illustrations of picture books and convey a story using sequential art in experimental computer generated design or in a traditional comic book format.

The growth saga of Graphic Novels for Children
Although the genesis of such graphic novels is disputed, its universal appeal over the ages has always excited readers of all ages. Cave paintings and illuminated manuscripts in Middle Ages are often loosely considered to be the precursors to modern graphic novels for children. Even the immensely popular old comic books for children in 1920s meant to narrate stories through sequential graphic designs and cartoon sketches. But the term Graphic novels found its way in modern literary lexicon in 1970s only. However, the introduction of 3d animation software and modern free flowing graphic designs led a dramatic turnaround in graphic novel segment. After being scorned-off for ages as non-serious comic stories for kids, it has been lately recognized as a critical component of literature for kids. Libraries across the world have nowadays piled up graphic novels and graphic design books for kids.

Wicked Lovely Manga graphic novel 1 Melissa Marr Faerie Desert Tales 1 Sanctuary US $1.75

DEATH OF CAPT MARVEL GRAPHIC NOVEL BY JIM STARLIN ULTRA RARE FIRST PRINTING US $50.00

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ULTIMATE IRON MAN II HC Graphic Novel Orson Scott Card $1999 cover price US $4.95

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Bone 1 2 3 4 7 8 Graphic Novel Books by Jeff Smith with 3 Figures US $52.99

TRANSFORMERS GENERATION 1 GRAPHIC NOVEL COMIC BOOK US $9.95

2 BOOKS KINGDOM HEARTS Vol 1 2 Disney Manga Anime Graphic Novel US $4.00

DC Comics Graphic Novels US $80.00

Ronin Graphic Novel by Frank Miller US $10.34

Innovation Graphic Novel SHERLOCK HOLMES A STUDY IN SCARLET US $3.49

SON OF SHERLOCK HOLMES THE WOMAN IN RED A Graphic Novel US $4.99

1 BOOK SCARY BOOK REFLECTIONS Vol 1 Horror Manga Kazuo Umezu Anime Graphic Novel US $5.00

1 BOOK NARUTO Vol 4 Manga Anime Graphic Novel Masashi Kishimoto US $3.00

1 BOOK RANMA 1 2 Vol 9 Manga Anime Graphic Novel Rumiko Takahashi US $3.00

1 BOOK Rurouni Kenshin Vol 4 Manga Anime Graphic Novel Nobuhiro Watsuki US $3.00

1 BOOK YU GI OH Vol 1 Manga Anime Graphic Novel Kazuki Takahashi US $3.00

Twilight The Graphic Novel 1 and 2 by Stephenie Meyer 2010 Hardcover US $20.00

Noche Roja by Simon Oliver Vertigo Crime murder graphic novel NEW US $3.50

Shaman King Vol 9 Graphic Novel US $1.56

MY FRIEND DAHMER BACKDERF ARC COMIC CON 2011 NY MARCH 2012 GRAPHIC NOVEL US $9.99

Harley Rider Motorcycle Comic Book Rare Collectible 1988 Graphic Novel US $9.95

The New Avengers Graphic Novel Volume 1 2 3 4 Hard Cover Comic Book US $39.99

DC ELSEWORLDS GRAPHIC NOVEL SUPERMANS METROPOLIS MINT US $4.00

Superman for Earth 1991 Graphic Novel DC Comics US $.99

Original twelve Marvel Graphic Novels 1982 1984 US $6.50

Havok and Wolverine Meltdown 4 part mini series graphic novel 1988 US $4.99

MARVEL X MEN DIRECT EDITION COMIC books LOT 3 GRAPHIC NOVELS US $16.99

Star Wars Republic Graphic Novel Collection The Clone Wars US $25.00

Shonen Jump BLEACH Vol 1 Manga Graphic Novel by Tite Kubo US $.99

Drawing Comic Books and Graphic Novels for a Living

What artistically inclined kid has not dreamed of one day drawing comic books for a living? To be able to sell your doodling and make a great living seems too good to be true. Imagine finishing your first comic book for Marvel or DC and becoming an international sensation. You can then go back to your grammar school teachers and wave the comics in their face while lighting your cigar with a 0 bill.

Comic books are worth tons of money these days and all the movies and animations that they have spawned make billions of dollars worldwide. Spiderman, X-Men, Wolverine, Superman, Batman and Robin, the Incredible Hulk, the Fantastic Four, the Silver Surfer, and Iron Man are just some of the big name comic heroes that have graduated from the pulp pages to the big screen with enormous success.

One of the first great comic book movies was Superman starring the late Christopher Reeves. This movie had a gigantic impact because it was the first real movie to use those types of special effects that later became common. It came out right around the same time as Star Wars and featured our hero flying in a very realistic way. Prior to that incarnation on the big screen the only super heroes we saw on film or TV was the old Batman and Robin series from the sixties. This was pretty schlocky and had miserably poor effects but yet was wildly popular in its heyday. It is strange that it took Hollywood so long to realize that they were sitting on a gold mine with comic book titles.

Stan Lee started Marvel Comics Group and turned it into a juggernaut in the sixties with creations such as Spiderman, the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, X-Men, and the Fantastic Four. This was the Silver Age of comics and featured some of the best artists and writers in the business. Drawing comic books became an art form when Jack Kirby (Thor, Fantastic Four) decided to lift his pencil for the first time. He and fellow Marvel artists such as John Romita (Spiderman) and John Buscema (Spiderman) took drawing comic books to another level of artistry. For the fist time in history comic books were considered modern and pop art masterpieces.

Drawing comic books really came into a new phase with great artists such as Barry Smith who exploded onto the scene with the dynamic renditions of Conan the Barbarian. Many budding artists were inspired in the early days to make a career out of drawing comic books. Drawing comic books for a living is a great way to go if you have the talent and the ambition. There are several great schools where you can learn how to draw comics for a living including the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. There are wonderful books available on Amazon.com that will give you some training in how to draw comic books. So go ahead and make your dreams come true. You never know, one day you could be the inventor of the next Spiderman or Batman.

Howard Cruse's graphic novel "Stuck Rubber Baby," reviewed by Dennis Drabelle
STUCK RUBBER BABY By Howard Cruse Vertigo. 210 pp. $24.99 Stuck Rubber Baby - Business - Shopping - Rubber - Polymers

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The Smurfs Get Graphic Novel Series
Chicago, IL, August 10, 2010 -- The Smurfs, the beloved cartoon characters who shot to fame in North America in the ‘80s, return in this new graphic novel series from Papercutz, publisher of the popular Bionicle, Classics Illustrated, Disney Fairies, Geronimo Stilton, Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, and Tales from the Crypt.

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Graphic Books
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Just wanted to know what some of your favorite comic books or graphic novels are. I'm into Marvel and my favorite character is Deadpool, but have an open mind for other comics and such. Let me know.

I have been out of the comic book world for 15 years and a friend recommended Josh Whedon's Astonishing X-men vol 1 - 4. I loved it and looking for more comic books that are just a fun read with great art. What do you recommend?