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The American Library Association Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (GNCRT) have finalized their Adult and Children's lists of the Best Graphic Novels of 2023. Please see the two press releases below for links to the lists and information about nominating
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<a href="https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2024/02/2023-best-graphic-novels-children-reading-list-announced-graphic-novels-comics" title="https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2024/02/2023-best-graphic-novels-children-reading-list-announced-graphic-novels-comics">2023
Best Graphic Novels for Children Announcement</a><a href="https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2024/02/2023-best-graphic-novels-children-reading-list-announced-graphic-novels-comics" title="https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2024/02/2023-best-graphic-novels-children-reading-list-announced-graphic-novels-comics" style="text-decoration: none;"> </a></div>
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