by Moni Barrette | May 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Whether you are looking for a dishy beach read, something easy for vacation / staycation lounging, or your next favorite book to share with friends—summer is an ideal time to expand your reading options. Summer reading programs can encourage leisure reading, combat...
by LibraryPass | Apr 26, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Superheroes are experiencing a renaissance as Marvel’s iconic characters have dominated the box office for the past decade while also finding success on small screens via Netflix and Disney Plus. Other superhero franchises have also found new audiences via streaming...
by Moni Barrette | Apr 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Everyone loves a good mystery; the kind that hooks you and refuses to let go until the plot unravels in twisty, surprising, and satisfying ways. The best ones—from Gone Girl to Serial to Tiger King—leave us pondering them days after completion. Comics, graphic novels,...
by John Shableski | Mar 18, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
It’s not surprising to hear people refer to comics, graphic novels, or manga as genres. It happens often, particularly in conference presentations where a question will inevitably include ‘genre’ as a descriptor. They’re usually referring to the superhero comics they...
by LibraryPass | Mar 10, 2021 | Announcements, Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus
LibraryPass has announced a distribution agreement with Anyone Comics to make its reference guide, The Access Guide to the Black Comic Book Community, available to libraries and schools through Comics Plus. With Comics Plus, readers can access thousands of digital...
by Moni Barrette | Mar 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Reading is fundamental—as the saying goes—but it’s not the only effective means of learning. Adapting to multiple learning styles is an important component in meeting students where they are, and maximizing learning outcomes. Comics can ease readers into new subject...