Graphic Novels, Comic Books Are Growing In Popularity

In 2021, graphic novel sales, especially manga, saw significant growth, driven by the pandemic and global artists. Manga's popularity in the US has increased, with more titles being translated. This trend benefits bookstores by attracting younger demographics. Notable titles highlight diversity, contributing to the genre's expansion.

What was one of the main reasons for the increase in graphic novel sales in 2021?

• The shutdown of television production

• The rise of global comic book artists

• The increase in online gaming

• The decline in movie production

Which Japanese series was the top-selling graphic novel at the start of 2021?

• Naruto

• My Hero Academia

• Attack on Titan

• One Piece

By what percentage did manga sales grow in 2021 compared to 2020?

• 150%

• 120%

• 171%

• 200%

Who is the CEO of Barnes and Noble mentioned in the transcript?

• Casey Mendoza

• Deb Aoki

• James Daunt

• Jessica Sang

What is one of the themes highlighted in the anticipated graphic novels of the year?

• Adventure

• Diversity

• Romance

• Mystery