Celebrate Comics, Graphic Novels, & Manga This October
Calling all comics & manga fans!
This month we’re showing extra love for bold artwork and unforgettable characters that keep fans turning pages. From iconic superheroes to infamous villains, comics and graphic novels bring readers of all ages and interests, and trendy manga fanbases continue to grow. Comic lovers gather for the 20th New York Comic Con this month, and there’s even more to celebrate.
Build Your Comics Collection
Through October 31, libraries can explore the Comics & Graphic Novels Sale in OverDrive Marketplace and discover titles to refresh and expand their digital collections.
Whether patrons are dedicated manga fans waiting for the newest volume’s release, avid readers looking for their next favorite series, or curious folks picking up a graphic novel for the very first time, there’s plenty to discover.
Celebrating 60 Years of Kodansha in the U.S.

This year marks Kodansha’s 60th anniversary in the United States, celebrating six decades of bringing memorable stories and manga to readers. This October, the celebration continues with a special sale collection. Libraries can join the celebration by exploring select Kodansha titles on sale or browsing Kodansha’s full catalog in OverDrive Marketplace to discover the complete array of titles available for their digital collections.
Keep the Fans Reading
Give seasoned fans the opportunity to discover great reads they haven’t found in their local comic shop. Watch new readers discover manga for the first time and begin their journey as lifelong fans. Graphic novels as a format connect countless readers with great stories, and there’s no shortage of series to discover.
Explore the Comics & Graphic Novels Sale through October 31 in OverDrive Marketplace and find all the titles your patrons will love.
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