The 12 Best Graphic Novels of All Time (Start with These) by Andrew Peloquin (www.werd.com) | Updated April 27, 2023.
From thr article: "Graphic novels combine the literary complexity of the written word with the visual engagement of artwork, which, put together, creates a form of fiction that can sometimes be far richer, deeper, and more compelling than either art or the written word alone.
Whether you're a fan of comic books or not, there's no denying that graphic novels offer a colorful, engaging, and fascinating storytelling experience.
For my part, I've been a die-hard comic book fan for decades now (long before I ever wrote the first of my 40+ novels), and there have been quite a few graphic novels that truly stood out to me as game-changing and riveting.
Below, I've put together a list of what I consider the "best" graphic novels of all time to give any graphic novel newbie some great places to start."