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Many comic shops have been temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 crisis. As some areas begin easing restrictions, it’s important to have a plan in place for when your store reopens, when it has been deemed safe to do so.…
CBLDF supports free expression and quality reading experiences with the following resources to help educators, librarians, and parents share the benefits of graphic novels with young people: The benefits of comic arts as a form of storytelling: Raising a Reader…
Meet fellow educators, librarians, and graphic novel readers for our first League Meet & Greet via Zoom on Thursday, May 14 @ 4:30 PDT. Let’s get to know one another, talk graphically (about graphic novels), and have some fun! Want…
With comic shops closed temporarily across the country, fans are missing the fun of weekly visits to their local comic shops. But many comic book retailers are coming up with cool new ways to stay engaged with their customers during…
Minds and emotions of all ages need tending to! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, CBLDF has gathered great graphic novels and illustrated texts for kids ages 3 and up. These stories help young people understand their experiences and the experiences…
May is Mental Health Awareness month and CBLDF is here to support your well-being with some grown-up comic art and graphic medicine. Whether you’re looking to feel less alone, to understand another’s experience, find hope or find a good laugh,…
This month CBLDF is excited to be adding fresh resources for educators, librarians, and parents: May 6: great reads in honor of Mental Health Awareness month May 12: a discussion guide for using Gene Luen Yang’s latest graphic novel Superman…
Spring has seen a pause in the release of new comic books. But that doesn’t mean comic shops can’t still celebrate Wednesday as New Comic Book Day. Richard John Early, owner of Paradox Comics-N-Cards, helped create New to You Comic…
“Precluding students from reading literature with challenging themes and language deprives them of the opportunity to acquire empathy, critical thinking skills, and knowledge about lives different from their own — essential competencies that are necessary for success in college and…
For many businesses, May 1 brings a new round of anxiety around paying rent. While some were able to use savings or secure relief funding, others weren’t. With the majority of comics businesses being impacted, the lack of income makes…