by LibraryPass | Nov 11, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Events, Resources
On October 28, 2021, comics creators Juni Ba (Djeliya), Svetlana Chmakova (Awkward, The Weirn Books, Dramacon), and Joseph Illidge (MPLS Sound, Heavy Metal), shared insights on their work, the unique power of comics and manga, and the important role libraries play in...
by Moni Barrette | Nov 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
The concept of family is no longer the simple, nuclear definition often idealized in stories of the past. It is now accepted that families come in all sizes and combinations—diverse, messy, wonderful, and often complicated. What has not changed is the enduring value...
by Moni Barrette | Sep 13, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
As students return to school amidst a resurgent pandemic and varied approaches to public health and safety, it is both more challenging and important than ever for educators to be as mindful of their mental health needs as their educational needs. Forging authentic...
by LibraryPass | Jul 26, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is an annual celebration of local, independent comic book stores in the United States, Canada, and around the world. It originated in 2002 and is typically held on the first Saturday in May, but it is celebrating its 20th anniversary on...
by Moni Barrette | Jul 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Keeping avid young readers busy with age-appropriate books that they’ll enjoy can be a challenge, especially during the long Summer break. Reading bestsellers and re-reading favorites can be fun, but it can also create fatigue and diminished interest as other media...
by Guy LeCharles Gonzalez | Jun 29, 2021 | Comics Plus, Resources
Over the past year, we’ve found that a few key factors help drive discovery and circulation in Comics Plus beyond pre-existing consumer awareness of popular franchises and creators, most of which publishers can influence with robust metadata aligned with industry...