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Creator Interviews:
Of Gods and Men: An Interview with George OíConnor
His captivating artwork mesmerized us in Ball-Peen Hammer just a few short months ago, but already George OíConnor has followed that book up with one of his own: the beginning of a new series focusing on the gods of myth. For this, OíConnor is both writing and illustrating, but he took some time out from his busy schedule to answer our questions. By John Hogan

Recent Blog Posts:
A Good Joe
Joe Staton set to illustrate Charles Santino's graphic adapation of Ayn Rand's ANTHEM

Library Journalís Best of 2009
Check out the graphic novels that made the cut!

Welcome to the Boomtown
Boom! Studios creates new Boom! Town imprint

Feature Stories:
The Puppet Masters: An Interview with Van Jensen and Dusty Higgins
Writer Van Jensen and creator-artist Dusty Higgins discuss their critically acclaimed work on Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer, an original, fun, and inventive take on a story that was already far darker than most people know. By John Hogan

How the Great Graphic Novels for Teens List Comes About
The librarians behind the GGNFT list explain how it all comes together. By John Hogan

Special Feature: Copper by Kazu Kibuishi
Kazu Kibuishi's latest work, Copper, is a delightful collection starring a boy and his dog. Check out this special profile and excerpt of this new book! Kazu also takes time to discusss his latest work in our interview.

Special Feature: Missile Mouse: The Star Crusher by Jake Parker
Jake Parker's action-packed, star-spanning new series begins with Missile Mouse: The Star Crusher! Get a first look at the book, including a special excerpt, an interview with the author, and a chance to win a copy of the book!

Book Excerpt:Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer
Heís the worldís best vampire slayer because heís got a wooden nose that canít be stopped! Heís Pinocchio, and heís a little different from the wooden boy you may remember.

Behind the Scenes With Boom! Studies Sales Director
Boom! Studiosí Sales Director Jenny Christopher relays her passion for comics and why sheís a fan of the format.

Can't Wait to Spring Into New Books
Itís cold outside now, but spring is on its way, and with it comes a huge selection of new titles to plan for, like Invincible, Vol. 12, Kick-Ass: From Strip to Screen, Poe, and Twilight.

Vote in our Poll
Are you excited when you hear that prose books like Twilight and The Stand are being turned into graphic novels?

FICTION REVIEWS:
Zomnibus, Vol. 1 by various
The Zomnibus compilation from IDW doesn't bring together the best of the zombie-comics world, but the three tales contained within guarantee to provide zombie fans some entertainment value. Reviewed by William Jones

Ultimate Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Power & Responsibility by Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley
We all know the story of Spider-Man, but few creative teams have managed to capture his essence so wonderfully as Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley. For those who have always wanted to get into Spider-Man but were put off by the decades of continuity --- or those just looking for some fantastic superhero literature --- Ultimate Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Power & Responsibility will have you cheering as Peter Parker, updated for the new millennium, is transformed into the amazing Spider-Man in this beautifully written tale of a young man who's just trying to do what's right. Reviewed by Stephen Giordano

NONFICTION REVIEWS:
Smile by Raina Telgemeier
Raina Telgemeier documents her teen years, good times and bad, after a chance accident leaves her two front teeth severely injured. Years of surgeries and other treatments follow, making her high-school years awkward and sometimes painful...yet always hopeful too. Reviewed by John Hogan

The Art of Ditko edited by Craig Yoe
Several pieces of Steve Ditko's original art are scattered throughout this book, photographed in a loving way that shows off every bit of yellowed paper, crusty correction fluid, and stroke of the brush. Reviewed by John Hogan

TEEN REVIEWS:
Invincible, Vol. 11: Happy Days by Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, and Cliff Rathburn
Invincible continues his high-flying adventures, which entail fighting deadly villains, working out the ups and downs of dating, and dealing with a terrible event in the life of his very first girlfriend. Reviewed by John Hogan

The Devil's Trill by Sooyeon Won
The Devil's Trill brings us two supernatural stories. In one, a vampire tries to be with the woman who makes him happy; in the other, a jeweler makes an unfortunate deal to be young again. Reviewed by Danica Davidson

La Esperanca, Vol. 4-7 by Chigusa Kawai
In the second half of this series, Georges and Robert reveal more about their past and learn of unknown connections. Reviewed by Danica Davidson

KIDS REVIEWS:
Silly Lilly and the Four Seasons by Agnes Rosenstiehl
Lilly throws a snowball, eats an apple, and does other seasonally appropriate things in this simple comic for early readers. The simple art has a 1930s feel to it, and the stories are short and easy for young readers to figure out on their own. Reviewed by Brigid Alverson

Owly: The Way Home & The Bittersweet Summer by Andy Runton
Owly is a good-natured little owl who makes new friends and rescues a friend in trouble in these wordless stories. The drawings are simple but the storytelling is surprisingly sophisticated, so these stories are accessible to young and old readers alike. Reviewed by Brigid Alverson

My First Graphic Novel Series by various
A girl who wants to play football, a boy who hates being goalie-these straightforward graphic novels feature average children rising to the challenges posed by various sports. Each slim volume features a straightforward story that introduces the basics of a sport in an easy-to-read graphic novel format. Reviewed by Brigid Alverson