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In the October Roundup, Iurgi and Luke start by talking about the treaty going ahead in Victoria and their love o f horror.
4:40 Luke gives a rundown of what’s happened this month
06:24 Iurgi and Luke discuss their recent reads:
Iurgi:
The Knives by Ed Brubaker and Sean Philips
Godzilla: Skate or Die by Louie Joyce
The Veracity Trap by Chip Kidd, Michael Cho
The Hunger and the Dusk by G Willow Wilson, Chris Wildgoose
Luke:
Fragments of Horror by Junji Ito
Ginseng Roots by Craig Thompson
Re reading Harrow Country by Cullen Bunn and artist Tyler Crook
18:16 Iurgi talks about the recent Graphic Narratives Symposium at Melbourne University
22:43 Conversation moves to news:
41:08 New titles out this month:
Two new titles by Australian creators:
Making Nonfiction Comics: A Guide for Graphic Narrative by Eleri Harris, Sarah Shay Mirk (Abrams ComicArts)
The Past Is a Grotesque Animal by Tommi Parrish (Fantagraphics)
Iurgi:
Asterix in Lusitania by Jean-Yves Ferri, René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo, and Didier Conrad (Papercutz)
Angelica and the Bear Prince by Trung Le Nguyen (Random House)
Luke:
The Essential Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz (Abrams ComicArts)
Adorable Empire By: Laura Terry (Scholastic)
Kamudo, Vol. 1 by Akira Himekawa (VIZ Media)
Astral Panic by Katie Hicks (Flying Eye Books)
My Life in 24 Frames per Second by Rintaro (Abrams ComicArts)
The Space Between The Trees by Norm Konyu (Titan Books)
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In the September Roundup podcast (yes, we do realise we're in October already) Mia and Gabby discuss their recent reads, then discuss some of the latest news and their favourite picks from this month's crop of new titles.
02:00 Recent reads: The umbrella academy vol. 1, Hulk teach, Neopets, Inked
07:12 News
12:50 New titles:
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In the third episode of the Comics Librarianship series Iurgi sits down with Jane Burns, an experienced lecturer, researcher, published author and public speaker. Jane is a member of the Executive Council of the Library Association of Ireland and has been awarded Fellowship status by the LAI for contributions to the development of the profession and commitment to Continuous Professional Development and Research.
Jane is currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Dublin City University exploring the field of Graphic Medicine and she was involved in the 15th annual Graphic Medicine Conference through the Technological University of the Shannon where she works.
In this conversation Jane discusses her relationship with comics, how academia and universities are embracing comics and why graphic medicine is growing in importance.
02:36 Jane discusses her relationship with comics throughout the years
06:52 How the relationship of academia with comics has changed and why
11:14 Jane and Iurgi discuss some of the strengths of comics as texts, their power and their allure
21:20 Jane discusses universities and how they are increasingly engaging more with comics
24:05 Jane discusses her focus on comics, medicine and teaching environments. She also discusses the International Graphic Medicine Conference in Ireland and upcoming creation of the Irish chapter of the Graphic Medicine Collective.
31:05 Jane discusses some of the main takeaways from the graphic medicine conference and what she would like to see into the future
38:48 What school and public libraries can do in the field of graphic medicine
40:29 Jane recommends some graphic medicine titles to read: The Graphic Medicine Manifesto, MK Czerwiec’s Taking Turn and Menopause, Ian William’s The Bad Doctor and Pascal Jousselin’s Mister Invincible.
The Graphic Medicine International Collective: https://www.graphicmedicine.org
The article Jane mentions about libraries and graphic medicine is Graphic Medicine in Academic Health and Science Library Collections you can find it here: https://jmla.pitt.edu/ojs/jmla/article/view/1962
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In this second episode of the Comics Librarianship series Iurgi sits down with Matthew Noe, who is the Lead Collection and Knowledge Management Librarian at Harvard Medical School, an instructor for the University of Kentucky and Library Juice Academy, and a Trustee for the Worcester Public Library. He is a former President for the American Library Association’s Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table and the Treasurer for the Graphic Medicine International Collective.
Matt published an excellent article on graphic medicine in the recent Booklist’s Guide to Graphic Novels 2025. In this conversation Matt discuses the growth of graphic medicine, why it’s such an important field of study, genre and community and his thoughts on graphic medicine now.
00:20 Introduction
02:11 What Matt's been up to since we last talked to him in 2021
06:03 The origins of graphic medicine
08:17 Graphic medicine before the term was coined
11:33 Key developments in graphic medicine since 2007
19:32 Will Eisner and graphic medicine: A cautionary tale
22:36 Graphic medicine as a field and a genre
25:08 Graphic medicine as a field of study
29:22 Graphic medicine as practice
31:51 Graphic medicine as a community/collective
38:52 Graphic medicine as a genre
46:26 Art heals: Comics that made a huge personal impact
53:30 What Matt would like to see in the future for graphic medicine in libraries
56:15 Graphic medicine in different markers: America, Europe, Asia
01:01:48 Iurgi and Matt give recommendations to each other:
Check out the Graphic Medicine International Collective website and subscribe to their newsletter: https://www.graphicmedicine.org/
Drawing Blood: A comics and medicine exhibit at the Ohio State University's Billy Ireland Library: https://www.graphicmedicine.org/drawing-blood-comics-medicine-exhibit/
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In this month's roundup Marissa and Mia go through their latest read, recent news and new graphic novels.
01:26 Recent reads:
Marissa:
Mia:
13:56 News:
21:27 New graphic novels:
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In this month's roundup Iurgi and Marissa go through the latest news, PD and new graphic novels.
01:30 Recent reads:
Marissa:
Iurgi:
11:02 News:
25:52 New graphic novels:
Hairy Holes by Brenton McKenna (Magabala Books)
The Brownout Murders by Luke C. Jackson, Kelly Jackson, Maya Graham (Scribe)
A Witch’s Life in Mongol, Vol. 1 by Tomato Soup (Yen Press)
Not So Shoujo Love Story, Volume 1 by Curryuku (VIZ Originals)
Senpai is an Otokonoko: My Crossdressing Classmate, Volume 1 by Pom (Kodansha)
Speechless by Aron Nels Steinke (Scholastic Inc)
Metal Hurlant: Old Dreams Young Visions by Various Authors (Humanoids)
Wolverine: Revenge by Jonathan Hickman, Greg Capullo (Marvel)
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In this creator chat, Iurgi catches up with Gavin Aung Than, the creator of Zen Pencils, Super Sidekicks, Baa Baa Black Belt and now Creature Clinic which out through Figment in Australia and First Second for the rest of the world.
Creature Clinic is the world’s finest and only hospital for mythical beings where everyone from trolls and unicorns, to fairies and giants can expect to get the very best care. But humans are, absolutely, 100% not welcome. What happens when a human kid is injured and doctor in training Kara Orc and Kara Orc feels her duty to treat him?
You’ll have to read the story to find out but Creature Clinic is funny, filled with wonderful characters, full of hearts and a wonderful mix of medical drama, comedy and fantasy.
03:24 Gavin talks about a crazy decision he made when he sold his house and quit his job to fully dedicate himself to comics.
09:44 Gavin talks about Zen Pencils, a series of short comics inspired by famous quotes that is still fully available online. Perfect for teachers!
12:52 Gavin talks about the power of comics and why he loves the medium
16:30 Conversation moves to the developing Australian comics scene, Figment as a new imprint and the growing market and recognition of comics
21:33 Gavin talks about his experiences with libraries
24:22 Conversation moves to Super Sidekicks a book that is loved by all the kids who find it
28:33 Gavin talks about the Baa Baa Black Belt picture books
31:54 Conversation moves to Creature Clinic, Gavin's new graphic novel
40:59 Some advice for young comics makers and Gavin's work process
47:47 Gavin talks about Scribble, which will be his next graphic novel. A semi biographical story that will also offer some tips for comics makers - probably out 2027
52:03 Gavin recommends three books. Exploring Calvin and Hobbes: An Exhibition Catalogue by Bill Watterson. All Star Superman by Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely. Hilda and the Mountain King by Luke Pearson.
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In this creator chat, Rachel Ang discusses her new graphic novel I Ate the Whole World to Find You.
The discussion covers how Rachel got interested in comics, their time working in libraries, inspiration for the stories on I Ate the Whole World to Find You, and Rachel recommends three graphic novels.
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In this month's roundup, James and Luke discuss the comics, graphic novels and manga they've read recently:
Luke: Ghost in the Shell Volume 1, Banned Book Club.
James: My Favorite Thing is Monsters Volume 2, I Ate the Whole World to Find You.
18:08 James and Luke discuss some of the news:
33:40 Discussion moves to favourite picks from this month's new releases. Australian titles:
Luke's picks:
James' picks:
You can find all these news and new titles, and so much more on our website: https://graphic.alia.org.au/
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In this month's roundup, Iurgi and Mia discuss the comics, graphic novels and manga they've read recently:
Mia: The strange case of Harleen and Harley and Check, Please volume 1.
Iurgi: Haikyu, Demon Slayer, Apothecary Diaries, Blade Runner 2039.
09:13 Iurgi and Mia discuss some of the news:
28:16 Discussion moves to favourite picks from this month's new releases. Australian titles:
Mia's Picks:
Iurgi's picks:
Finally, we’ve also put a call out for new general members and a convenor as we’re hoping to expand the committee in 2025. You don't need to be an expert in comics, graphic novels and manga! If you love comics and you're keen to support them in libraries please let us know through the jotform on our Roundup blog post.
You can find all these news and new titles, and so much more on our website: https://graphic.alia.org.au/
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In this creator chat sit down with Greg Broadmore and Nick Boshier, who have created One Path, together with Andy Lanning, a brutal and epic comic book series. The first of four volumes is out through Mad Cave.
Greg Broadmore is an artist, writer and game director from New Zealand with lots of film credits in his career including: Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy and King Kong, and Neil Blomkamp’s District 9. Among others.
Nick Boshier is an Australian actor, comedian and writer famous for being the actor behind Trent from Punchbowl and one of the creators of Bondi Hipsters.
04:55 Nick and Greg talk about their relationship with comics and their influences.
19:09 Greg talks about finding work at Weta Workshop after 7 years unemployed.
22:23 Nick talks about meeting Greg and how they started to collaborate. Greg talks about a failed project to create mixed reality video games, which led to the creation of One Path.
30:27 Greg and Nick discuss the process of making One Path and the world they built together with Andy Lanning.
50:39 Greg and Nick recommend some titles that have been very influential for them as creators.
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Karen Wasson is a children’s author based in Melbourne. Jake Minton is an illustrator based in Byron Bay. Together they have created Inked, a middle grade graphic novel adventure of a fish, or maybe we should say octopus, out of water. It’s also a story about friendship and finding your own path. Inked is the first graphic novel from Hardie Grant’s new imprint dedicated to graphic novels called Figment and it’s out now.
In this chat we discuss:
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In this month's roundup podcast Luke and Iurgi start with a discussion of their recent reads.
Then:
15:34 A discussion of some news including: ALIA Graphic Notables coming up, new graphic novels by Australian creators, cartoonist R.E. Burke's arrest in the U.S. and consequences of the situation in the U.S. for comic cons and book tours, a new comics app coming up called Sweet.
36:52 A discussion of their favourite picks from this month's new titles including:
Luke's picks:
Iurgi's picks:
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The field of comics librarianship is growing and evolving and that’s what we want to explore in a few special episodes, talking in-depth with comics librarians.
ALIA Graphic was created as a group five years ago. And right from the start we established contact with the American Library Association’s Graphic Novels and Comics Roundtable. A group that’s been around for longer than us and a group that has achieved a lot since its creation. So we're absolutely delighted to have Amie Wright with us, who was the first president, or first Prime Minister, of the graphic novels and comics roundtable.
04:57 Amie talks about her PhD, researching comics history and censorship, the stigma around comics and her work teaching of comics and history.
12:47 Comics librarianship before the Graphic Novels and Comics Roundtable.
25:38 Every library needs a graphic novels champion because comics are important and comics librarianship is gets at the core of a good library service, serving the whole community and their needs.
28:18 Amie talks about how the library education days at Toronto, San Diego and New York helped make the case to the American Library Association for the creations of the Graphic Novels and Comics Roundtable.
34:33 Amie talks about what the original goals for the Graphic Novels and Comics Roundtable were when the group was created.
38:00 Iurgi talks about what the goals were when ALIA Graphic was created. To create resources for librarians, the monthly roundups, blog, podcast, creator chats and webinars. The Perth Comic Arts Festival is discussed as a vibrant festival dedicated to comics that has a partnership with the State Library of WA.
41:55 Amie talks about how and why the Toronto Comic Arts Festival is bringing back library education day this year in partnership with Graphic Medicine International Collective, the Graphic Novels and Comics and Roundtable and the Ontario Library Service.
44:43 How comics librarianship has developed since the creation of the GNCRT.
53:58 Amie talks about the greatest achievements and challenges in comics librarianship.
01:01:33 What can we do to continue to advocate for and promote comics in libraries.
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We're back in 2025 and start the year with a roundup of news and new titles from December, January and February.
Marissa and Luke discuss the Angouleme festival, Diamond going bankrupt, the best titles of 2024, their favourite picks from the latest crop of new titles and what they've reading lately.
For more information and to check out the full roundup with all the news, articles and resources visit our website: https://graphic.alia.org.au/
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In this episode we present the recording of our most recent webinar.
Are you thinking of hosting a comic event at your library? Join us as we hear from those who have run these programs before and what tips and tricks to look out for.
We hear from five speakers from four library services that have run comic con events. Each of the speakers gives a brief overview of their event.
SPEAKERS:
Sarah Hopkins and Sabina Wills - Comics Extravaganza
Fel Jeges - King Con
Dennis Cahill - Comic Conversations
Stacey O'Brien & Roseanne Travers - Comic Gong
Thank you to the panellists.
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In this creator chat James meets with Dan from Greenlight Comics in Adelaide and Angelo from Kings Comics in Sydney to talk about their comics stores work with libraries and what they can offer to libraries.
This is a wide ranging conversation that explores for them to partner with libraries as suppliers, what makes it appealing for libraries to work with their local comics store and their processes.
They also recommend their favourite comics of the moment, which turns into a James Tynion IV love-fest.
You can find Greenlight Comics here: https://greenlightcomics.com/
You can find Kings Comics here: https://kingscomics.com/
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In this month's roundup Marissa and Luke share their recent favourite reads:
Then they discuss some of the latest news in the world of comics and graphic novels:
Finally, they tell us what their favourite picks are from the new titles out this month:
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In this creator chat James sits down with Dean Rankine, a comics artist and writer who won a Ledger Award in 2015 for Itty Bitty Bunnies: Saves X-Mas and the Stan Cross Award in Book illustration in 2020. He's the artist behind Magda Szubanski's Timmy the Ticked Off Pony and most recently he has published Death Metal Elves, with his characteristic cartoony style.
Dean is most famous for working on The Simpsons, Futurama, Rick and Morty and Invader Zim and he also loves working with school and libraries doing comics workshops.
In this episode, Dean discusses his own comics, what it's like working for established franchises, creating his own books and what his comics workshops in schools and libraries are like.
For more from Dean Rankine follow his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deanrankine/
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