ALA Lists Manga Among 2025 Best Graphic Novels for Children, Adults; on 2026 'Rainbow Book List'

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ALA Announces Best Graphic Novels and Rainbow Book Lists

The American Library Association (ALA) has revealed its selections for the "2025 Best Graphic Novels for Adults," "2025 Best Graphic Novels for Children," and the "2026 Rainbow Book List." These lists highlight outstanding works in the graphic novel and comic book formats, catering to diverse age groups and interests.

Best Graphic Novels for Children

The "2025 Best Graphic Novels for Children" list features a notable manga title. Mai Matsuda's Hikaru in the Light! volume 1 was recognized in the Fiction for Middle Readers category, specifically for readers in grades 3-4, aged 8-10. This selection underscores the growing popularity and recognition of manga among younger audiences. Furthermore, the Non-Fiction list for the same age range included Whose Poo Is This?: The Golden Poo, a Korean comic written by Song-eui Park and illustrated by Duck-Young Kim. This inclusion demonstrates the list's commitment to showcasing diverse cultural perspectives and educational content in engaging formats for children.

Best Graphic Novels for Adults: Top 10 Highlights

The "2025 Best Graphic Novels for Adults" list showcases a range of exceptional titles, with several manga making a significant impact. Kaiji Kawaguchi and Nobuyuki Fukumoto's Confession and Kaori Ozaki's Dogs and Punching Bags were both included in the top 10 list, indicating their critical acclaim and appeal to adult readers. Tom Scioli's Godzilla's Monsterpiece Theatre comic also earned a spot in the top 10, highlighting the diversity of genres and styles represented on the list.

Best Graphic Novels for Adults: Overall List

The broader "2025 Best Graphic Novels for Adults" list further emphasized the prominence of manga in the graphic novel landscape. Several additional titles were included, showcasing a variety of themes and artistic approaches. These included Takashi Ushiroyato and Kanata Abiko's Before You Go Extinct, Yumeji's Eden of Witches volume 1, and KENT's GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis volume 1. Gou Tanabe's adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Call of Cthulhu also made the list, demonstrating the enduring appeal of classic literature reimagined in the manga format. Shōgo Imamura and TATSUZ's Last Samurai Standing volume 1, Akihito Sakaue's Neighborhood Craftsmen: Stories From Kanda’s Gokura-chou, and Kotteri's Veil volume 1 completed the list of manga recognized in the adult category.

2026 Rainbow Book List: Young Adult Titles

The "2026 Rainbow Book List," which focuses on works that celebrate LGBTQIA+ youth, included several notable manga titles in the "Young Adult Titles" section. Makoto Taji's Let's Eat Together, Aki and Haru volume 1 and Umi Takase's I Wanna Be Your Girl volume 1 were both recognized for their representation of LGBTQIA+ themes and characters. Furthermore, Moosopp's Daybreak webcomic, originally serialized on WEBTOON and later released in print by Penguin Random House, also made the list, highlighting the growing influence of webcomics in the young adult literary landscape. This inclusion highlights the list's commitment to showcasing diverse voices and experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community.

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