Have you ever wondered what makes a comic book different from a graphic novel?
They both have pictures, speech bubbles, and awesome stories — so… are they the same thing?

Well, yes and no! Let’s explore the fun world where comic books and graphic novels meet and where they don’t.

Comic books are like your favourite TV episodes — short, funny, and full of action!
They’re often released in series, one issue at a time, so the story keeps going.

Each issue might only be 20–30 pages long, but they pack in a lot of character, humour, and imagination.

Famous examples:

• Calvin and Hobbes — the hilarious adventures of a cheeky boy and his (maybe imaginary?) tiger best friend.

• Peanuts — where Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and friends remind us that even simple moments can be full of heart.

Comic books are usually lighter reads, full of quick jokes, punchy action, and expressive art that keeps you turning the pages.

If comic books are episodes, graphic novels are the whole movie!

They’re longer, deeper, and usually tell a story from beginning to end — like a regular book, just with pictures.

You can finish a graphic novel the same way you finish a book — with that satisfying “whoa, what a story!” feeling.

Popular graphic novels for kids and teens include:

• Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi — a magical adventure that mixes fantasy, family, and bravery.

• Wings of Fire (the graphic novel version) — where dragons have secrets, destinies, and incredible powers.

Graphic novels often explore bigger themes like courage, friendship, and identity — but still through amazing artwork and action.

Here’s the fun part: the line between comic books and graphic novels is blurry!

They both:

• Use art to tell stories (that’s called visual storytelling)

• Include dialogue, emotion, and action in panels

• Can make you laugh, think, or cry — sometimes all at once

In fact, many comic book stories are later collected into graphic novel-style books — so you can read them all in one go!

Whether you prefer short comics or epic graphic novels, reading stories with pictures is one of the best ways to:

• Build creativity and imagination

• Improve reading and storytelling skills

• Spark ideas for your own stories and characters!

Because no matter what you call them — comic book, graphic novel, or something in between — they all remind us that stories can be told in more ways than words alone.

If reading comics and graphic novels makes your imagination light up, maybe it’s time to create your own!
Start sketching your characters, dream up their adventures, and remember — every great story begins with a blank page.

When you're ready, get your very own and exclusive kit to create the comics or graphic novels that's living inside of you.