Welcome to Using Graphic Novels in Education, an ongoing feature from CBLDF that is designed to allay confusion around the content of graphic novels and to help parents and teachers raise readers. In this column, we examine graphic novels, including…
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Cartoonist Jack Ohman Speaks Out on the Evolution and Future of Cartooning
As Association of American Editorial Cartoonists president and veteran cartoonist of the Sacramento Bee Jack Ohman prepares to hand over the reins of his presidency to fellow cartoonist Adam Zyglis, he took a moment to talk with the Washington Post…
Zunar’s Sedition Trial Postponed for Third Time
Malaysian political cartoonist Zunar, currently awaiting trial on nine counts of sedition, will have to wait a little longer. Last week his trial was postponed for the third time and is now set to begin on November 6. Meanwhile, he’s…
Google Play Applies Double Standard to Erotica in Comics
It shouldn’t be news to anyone that self-published erotica is big business. One need only look to the Fifty Shades trilogy, which began as self-published Twilight fan fiction but was later snapped up by Vintage Books and spawned a feature…
How Your Humble Contribution Helps CBLDF!
You’re protecting the right to read when you support the Neil Gaiman Rarities Bundle! Every contribution to this record-breaking bundle supports the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund’s important work. From front-line efforts against censorship in schools and libraries, to legal…
12 Challenged & Banned YA Graphic Novels for Banned Books Week 2015
Banned Books Week is just around the corner! CBLDF is a proud sponsor of Banned Books Week, and this year Banned Books Week is celebrating young adult books! So, as you’re preparing to celebrate the freedom to read September 27…