Graphic Novels and Nonfiction

Last updated: July 6, 2026

Graphic novels aren't only for Wimpy Kid fans or comic book enthusiasts: All kinds of stories are now being told in this format, which mixes comic-book style illustrations and text. Younger readers might like silly books about a superhero mouse or a wacky lunch lady, whereas mature teens can check out modern takes on classic novels, compelling historical fiction, absorbing memoirs, science and technology, and even a practical guide to surviving the end of the world. These illustrated novels are engaging for avid and reluctant readers of all ages with their powerful stories. We've selected our favorites, which are sure to wow the graphic novel lover in your life. And for more popular hits, try our list of the Bestselling New Books on Amazon for Kids and Teens.

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Creatures with superpowers running and laughing
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Team Up: El Toro & Friends: World of ¡Vamos!

age 4+

Fun, fast tale of teamwork blends English and Spanish.

Angry primate face with colorful bird sitting on its head
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Grumpy Monkey Freshly Squeezed

age 5+

Great illustrations in funny story of animals' morning walk.

Monkey with a banana peel on its head
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Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?

age 5+

Fantastic illustrations amplify funny primate dialogue.

A Fishboy Named... Sashimi book cover: A cartoon goldfish with a big face wearing a red hoodie holding a small bottle with a fish inside
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A Fishboy Named ... Sashimi: Sashimi, Book 1

age 6+

Fish-out-of-water laughs with heart and mystery.

Bink & Gollie Poster Image
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Bink & Gollie

age 6+

Friendship flourishes in fun graphic novel for younger set.

Little Robot Poster Image
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Little Robot

age 6+

Sweet, surprising story of friendship and courage.

Spider-Man: Animals Assemble! Book Cover: Cartoon Spider-Man flying through the cityscape holding a goldfish in a bowl
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Spider-Man: Animals Assemble!

age 6+

Funny, fast graphic novel with Spider-Man as pet sitter.

Tag Team book cover: Storybook Lucha libre characters El Toro & La Oink Oink stand in the ring
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Tag Team: El Toro & Friends: World of ¡Vamos!

age 6+

Fun, comic book-style bilingual tale tackles chores.

Things in the Basement book cover: A boy with dark hair and tan skin stands at the top of the stairs to a dark basement
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Things in the Basement, Book 1

age 6+

Touching tale of missing sock and spooky basement adventure.

Training Day book cover: El Toro lucha libre book character punches through brick wall
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Training Day: El Toro & Friends: World of ¡Vamos!

age 6+

Fun spin-off tale of luchadores blends English, Spanish.

Two animated cats jumping at a planetarium
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Waffles and Pancake Series

age 6+

Delightful graphic novels are packed with facts and fun.

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Babymouse Series

age 7+

Quick, lively graphic novels pack in the positivity.

Bad Kitty Gets a Phone Poster Image
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Bad Kitty Gets a Phone

age 7+

Funny graphic novel has great lessons about phone ownership.

Cat on the Run book cover: Cat in a blue dress and black jacket looks scared while running from two missiles
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Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!: Cat on the Run, Book 1

age 7+

Spoiled cat is on the run in fast, funny graphic novel.

Cat on the Run in Cucumber Madness! book cover: Scared cat wearing an all black outfit and mask holding nunchucks
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Cat on the Run in Cucumber Madness!: Cat on the Run, Book 2

age 7+

Funny action moves slowly in cat-napping adventure.

Cat on the Run in Hidden Layers book cover: Smiling cat with a bow on her head has big eyes while standing in front of an explosion
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Cat on the Run in Hidden Layers!: Cat on the Run, Book 3

age 7+

Diva cat becomes an action hero in silly graphic novel.

CatStronauts: Mission Moon -- CatStronauts, Book 1 Poster Image
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CatStronauts: Mission Moon -- CatStronauts, Book 1

age 7+

Successful launch of fun series starring heroic space cats.

Dog Man: Dog Man, Book 1 Poster Image
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Dog Man: Dog Man, Book 1

age 7+

Riotous, silly fun with soft touch by Underpants creator.

Dav Pilkey Humor (2016)
Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers book cover: Graphic novel drawing of round faced, brown haired girl wearing round glasses, holding a device
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Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers: Gabby Torres, Book 1

age 7+

Spirited graphic novel is info rich, culturally relevant.

Giants Beware! Poster Image
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Giants Beware!

age 7+

Fabulous medieval fairy tale with mighty girl heroine.

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