Graphic Novel Memoirs
Little White Duck: A Childhood in China by Na Liu
In graphic novel format, a young girl describes her experiences growing up in China, beginning with the death of Chairman Mao in 1976.
Zahra's Paradise by Amir
Follows the efforts of Zahra and her oldest son, an Internet blogger, to locate another son, Mehdi, after the young man vanishes during the protests in the aftermath of Iran's fraudulent elections of 2009.
Game for Swallows: To Die, to Leave, to Return by Zeina Abirached
Zeina Abirached, a woman born into a Lebanese Christian family in 1981 during the civil war in Lebanon, reflects on her childhood, the disappearance of her parents, and the help and protection she received from neighbors.
Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi
Contains black-and-white comic strip images in which the author shares the story of her life in Tehran, Iran, where she lived from ages six to fourteen while the country came under control of the Islamic regime.
Stitches: A Memoir by David Small
A graphic novel that chronicles the life of American author and illustrator David Small, detailing his sickly childhood and teenage years, relationship with his parents, his cancer, and more.
Vietnamerica: A Family's Journey by GB Tran
A graphic memoir in which Gia-Bao "GB" Tran, a Vietnamese American artist who was born and raised in South Carolina, shares his family's history, and describes his relationship with his Vietnamese parents and his visit to Vietnam, where he gains a better understanding of his parents.
Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller by Joseph Lambert
A graphic novel that explores the role of Annie Sullivan as teacher and companion to Helen Keller and discusses the bond that formed between the two women as Helen went on to accomplish many feats.
Feynman by Jim Ottaviani
A candid look at eccentric physicist Richard Feynman's approach to life, love, and the secrets of the universe.
Inside out : portrait of and eating disorder written and illustrated by Nadia Shivack.
A memoir, presented in graphic novel form, in which the author illustrates her ongoing struggle with an eating disorder she has named Ed.
To dance : a memoir by Siena Cherson Siegel
Follows the life and career of a ballerina, detailing her dance school experiences, performances, and personal life. Presented in graphic novel format.
The magical life of Long Tack Sam by Ann Marie Fleming
Chronicles the life of the world renowned magician, acrobat, and vaudeville performer Long Tack Sam. Presented in graphic novel format with photographs.
Houdini: The Handcuff King
A brief biography of escape artist Harry Houdini written in graphic comic format that reveals the secrets of some of his stunts.