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Originally Posted by Kyle2k
I can use wikipedia too-
A graphic novel is a type of comic book, usually with a lengthy and complex storyline similar to those of novels, and aimed at all audiences, generally speaking. The term also encompasses comic short story anthologies, and in some cases bound collections of previously published comic book series (more commonly referred to as trade paperbacks).
Graphic novels are typically bound in longer and more durable formats than familiar comic magazines, using the same materials and methods as printed books, and are generally sold in bookstores and specialty comic book shops rather than at newsstands.
The evolving term graphic novel is not strictly defined, and is sometimes used, controversially, to imply subjective distinctions in artistic quality between graphic novels and other kinds of comics.
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Yes, a graphic novel is a type of comic book. Just like squares are a type of rectangle. That does not mean the terms are synonymous.
And no, I did not just pull my info from wikipedia. I am a certified comic book geek with over 750 comic books.
- Xanthos