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Genre Guide

Romance Graphic Novels - Christchurch City Libraries

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Captivating stories of romance in all shapes and forms brought to life with vivid and emotive illustrations. There's a type of romance on this list that's surely 'The One' for you. A Christchurch City Libraries List.

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15 items

15 items

The Hard Tomorrow

The Hard Tomorrow

by Davis, Eleanor, 1983-

Graphic Novel - 2019

This comic is an emotional extract of hopes, dreams, and fears over the current state of the world, set in the near future. Hannah and Josh live on a smal...Show more This comic is an emotional extract of hopes, dreams, and fears over the current state of the world, set in the near future. Hannah and Josh live on a small plot of land, hoping to build a home, a garden and a family. Fall into this comic, written with detailed art, tenderness and care to tell the story of human connections. Show less

This comic is an emotional extract of hopes, dreams, and fears over the current state of the world, set in the near future. Hannah and Josh live on a smal...Show more This comic is an emotional extract of hopes, dreams, and fears over the current state of the world, set in the near future. Hannah and Josh live on a small plot of land, hoping to build a home, a garden and a family. Fall into this comic, written with detailed art, tenderness and care to tell the story of human connections. Show less

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Saga

Saga

[Volume One]

by Vaughan, Brian K.

Graphic Novel - 2012

When two soldiers, from different species at war on galactic scale, fall in love, they will risk everything for their impossible, miracle child. Brutal, g...Show more When two soldiers, from different species at war on galactic scale, fall in love, they will risk everything for their impossible, miracle child. Brutal, graphic, and funny, this story will take you across the cosmos in a character driven story filled with bizarre aliens, star-crossed lovers and a prophecy that foretells the death of millions. This is the perfect novel for readers that are fans of a diverse range of relationships, graphic/explicit scenes and binge worthy content. This novel contains both heterosexual and LGBTQ+ romances as well as vivid sexual content. Show less

When two soldiers, from different species at war on galactic scale, fall in love, they will risk everything for their impossible, miracle child. Brutal, g...Show more When two soldiers, from different species at war on galactic scale, fall in love, they will risk everything for their impossible, miracle child. Brutal, graphic, and funny, this story will take you across the cosmos in a character driven story filled with bizarre aliens, star-crossed lovers and a prophecy that foretells the death of millions. This is the perfect novel for readers that are fans of a diverse range of relationships, graphic/explicit scenes and binge worthy content. This novel contains both heterosexual and LGBTQ+ romances as well as vivid sexual content. Show less

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Sex Criminals

Sex Criminals

[1], One Weird Trick

by Fraction, Matt

Graphic Novel - 2014

A story about relationships, adventure, magic and sex with quirky twist. A funny read about a women who discovers she can literally stop time when she has...Show more A story about relationships, adventure, magic and sex with quirky twist. A funny read about a women who discovers she can literally stop time when she has sex. She and her partner decide to use this new found power to start robbing banks. This highly reviewed, hilariously entertaining and sex-positive read is for lovers of all things wicked and mischievous. Show less

A story about relationships, adventure, magic and sex with quirky twist. A funny read about a women who discovers she can literally stop time when she has...Show more A story about relationships, adventure, magic and sex with quirky twist. A funny read about a women who discovers she can literally stop time when she has sex. She and her partner decide to use this new found power to start robbing banks. This highly reviewed, hilariously entertaining and sex-positive read is for lovers of all things wicked and mischievous. Show less

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Fresh Romance

Fresh Romance

Volume 1

Graphic Novel - 2016

A collection of romance comics ranging from unhappy historical marriages to contemporary teenage love. This anthology of stories will have something for all romance lovers. A collection of romance comics ranging from unhappy historical marriages to contemporary teenage love. This anthology of stories will have something for all romance lovers. Show less

A collection of romance comics ranging from unhappy historical marriages to contemporary teenage love. This anthology of stories will have something for all romance lovers. A collection of romance comics ranging from unhappy historical marriages to contemporary teenage love. This anthology of stories will have something for all romance lovers. Show less

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Empire State

Empire State

A Love Story (or Not)

by Shiga, Jason

Graphic Novel - 2011

Jimmy is a geek from head to toe. Sara, Jimmy's lovely and funny best friend, decides to ‘be somebody’ and moves to New York City. Jimmy misses her far mo...Show more Jimmy is a geek from head to toe. Sara, Jimmy's lovely and funny best friend, decides to ‘be somebody’ and moves to New York City. Jimmy misses her far more than he expected. This Graphic Novel is a cross- state love affair, as Jimmy plucks up the courage to write Sara a letter, and then promptly decides to go and visit the Big Apple. What he finds is more (and less) than he expected. This is a quirky, funny and adorable novel about taking control of your life! Show less

Jimmy is a geek from head to toe. Sara, Jimmy's lovely and funny best friend, decides to ‘be somebody’ and moves to New York City. Jimmy misses her far mo...Show more Jimmy is a geek from head to toe. Sara, Jimmy's lovely and funny best friend, decides to ‘be somebody’ and moves to New York City. Jimmy misses her far more than he expected. This Graphic Novel is a cross- state love affair, as Jimmy plucks up the courage to write Sara a letter, and then promptly decides to go and visit the Big Apple. What he finds is more (and less) than he expected. This is a quirky, funny and adorable novel about taking control of your life! Show less

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10 Dance

10 Dance

Volume 1

by Inoue, Sato

Graphic Novel - 2019

If you are a fan of a slow burn romance, Ballroom and Latin Dance, then 10 Dance is your dream Manga! 10 Dance tells the story of two men, once former rivals, who develop an intimate partnership, sharing a love of dance and sport together. If you are a fan of a slow burn romance, Ballroom and Latin Dance, then 10 Dance is your dream Manga! 10 Dance tells the story of two men, once former rivals, who develop an intimate partnership, sharing a love of dance and sport together. Show less

If you are a fan of a slow burn romance, Ballroom and Latin Dance, then 10 Dance is your dream Manga! 10 Dance tells the story of two men, once former rivals, who develop an intimate partnership, sharing a love of dance and sport together. If you are a fan of a slow burn romance, Ballroom and Latin Dance, then 10 Dance is your dream Manga! 10 Dance tells the story of two men, once former rivals, who develop an intimate partnership, sharing a love of dance and sport together. Show less

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Coyote

Coyote

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by Zariya, Ranmaru

Graphic Novel - 2018

An LGBTQ+ supernatural romance about a werewolf who gets too involved with humans in an attempted to conceal his identity. A very spicy and erotic series for lovers of all things naughty. An LGBTQ+ supernatural romance about a werewolf who gets too involved with humans in an attempted to conceal his identity. A very spicy and erotic series for lovers of all things naughty. Show less

An LGBTQ+ supernatural romance about a werewolf who gets too involved with humans in an attempted to conceal his identity. A very spicy and erotic series for lovers of all things naughty. An LGBTQ+ supernatural romance about a werewolf who gets too involved with humans in an attempted to conceal his identity. A very spicy and erotic series for lovers of all things naughty. Show less

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Agonizing Love

Agonizing Love

The Golden Era of Romance Comics

by Barson, Michael

Book - 2011

Venture back in time to the melodramatic heyday of romance in this anthology of the romance genre. Described as a valentine’s card to forgotten era of lov...Show more Venture back in time to the melodramatic heyday of romance in this anthology of the romance genre. Described as a valentine’s card to forgotten era of love, this comic is perfect for fans of classic romance. These stories from 1940s-1960s are sweet, funny and sometimes a little bit confronting. Show less

Venture back in time to the melodramatic heyday of romance in this anthology of the romance genre. Described as a valentine’s card to forgotten era of lov...Show more Venture back in time to the melodramatic heyday of romance in this anthology of the romance genre. Described as a valentine’s card to forgotten era of love, this comic is perfect for fans of classic romance. These stories from 1940s-1960s are sweet, funny and sometimes a little bit confronting. Show less

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Blankets

Blankets

An Illustrated Novel

by Thompson, Craig, 1975-

Book - 2003

A coming of age, autobiography this book tells the story of the author’s life from childhood, first love through to adulthood. Exploring how people, experiences and beliefs impact a person’s life. A coming of age, autobiography this book tells the story of the author’s life from childhood, first love through to adulthood. Exploring how people, experiences and beliefs impact a person’s life. Show less

A coming of age, autobiography this book tells the story of the author’s life from childhood, first love through to adulthood. Exploring how people, experiences and beliefs impact a person’s life. A coming of age, autobiography this book tells the story of the author’s life from childhood, first love through to adulthood. Exploring how people, experiences and beliefs impact a person’s life. Show less

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Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life

by O'Malley, Bryan Lee

Graphic Novel - 2010

The start of the scott pilgrim’s series has everything you need out of a fast-paced romance graphic novel: relatable characters, action, adventure and rom...Show more The start of the scott pilgrim’s series has everything you need out of a fast-paced romance graphic novel: relatable characters, action, adventure and romance. It’s the classic Boy meets Girl…with seven crazy ex boyfriends to fight off. Filled with magic, mystery, love and lust- this book will have you hooked. Teen Friendly. Show less

The start of the scott pilgrim’s series has everything you need out of a fast-paced romance graphic novel: relatable characters, action, adventure and rom...Show more The start of the scott pilgrim’s series has everything you need out of a fast-paced romance graphic novel: relatable characters, action, adventure and romance. It’s the classic Boy meets Girl…with seven crazy ex boyfriends to fight off. Filled with magic, mystery, love and lust- this book will have you hooked. Teen Friendly. Show less

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Fruits Basket

Fruits Basket

1

by Takaya, Natsuki, 1973-

Graphic Novel - 2016

A well-loved series, Fruits Basket revolves around Tohru, an orphaned girl taken in by the Sohma family, who hold a secret magical curse - select members ...Show more A well-loved series, Fruits Basket revolves around Tohru, an orphaned girl taken in by the Sohma family, who hold a secret magical curse - select members of the family can turn into the zodiac animals. A heart-warming, coming of age story with plenty of friendship, banter, romance and much more. Teen Friendly. Show less

A well-loved series, Fruits Basket revolves around Tohru, an orphaned girl taken in by the Sohma family, who hold a secret magical curse - select members ...Show more A well-loved series, Fruits Basket revolves around Tohru, an orphaned girl taken in by the Sohma family, who hold a secret magical curse - select members of the family can turn into the zodiac animals. A heart-warming, coming of age story with plenty of friendship, banter, romance and much more. Teen Friendly. Show less

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Ouran High School Host Club

Ouran High School Host Club

Vol. 1

by Hatori, Bisco

Book - 2005

A fun, over the top, screwball comedy about a teenage girl who is mistaken for a boy. Haruhi, a scholarship student at the elite Ouran High ends up breaki...Show more A fun, over the top, screwball comedy about a teenage girl who is mistaken for a boy. Haruhi, a scholarship student at the elite Ouran High ends up breaking a very expensive object belonging to the “host club,” a mysterious group of super-rich guys. Somehow she winds up paying off her debt by masquerading as boy and becoming a part of the club. Filled with outstanding character development, and hilarious storylines and dialogue, this manga will definitely leave you wanting more. Teen Friendly. Show less

A fun, over the top, screwball comedy about a teenage girl who is mistaken for a boy. Haruhi, a scholarship student at the elite Ouran High ends up breaki...Show more A fun, over the top, screwball comedy about a teenage girl who is mistaken for a boy. Haruhi, a scholarship student at the elite Ouran High ends up breaking a very expensive object belonging to the “host club,” a mysterious group of super-rich guys. Somehow she winds up paying off her debt by masquerading as boy and becoming a part of the club. Filled with outstanding character development, and hilarious storylines and dialogue, this manga will definitely leave you wanting more. Teen Friendly. Show less

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Vampire Knight

Vampire Knight

Memories. Volume 1

by Hino, Matsuri

Graphic Novel - 2017

Filled with drama, mystery, love-triangles and vampires, this manga will not disappoint. The gorgeous art tells the story of a school girl with a forgotte...Show more Filled with drama, mystery, love-triangles and vampires, this manga will not disappoint. The gorgeous art tells the story of a school girl with a forgotten past, an immortal vampire and a doomed vampire hunter. If you are ready for your next binge read, get a hold of volume 1 today! Teen Friendly. Show less

Filled with drama, mystery, love-triangles and vampires, this manga will not disappoint. The gorgeous art tells the story of a school girl with a forgotte...Show more Filled with drama, mystery, love-triangles and vampires, this manga will not disappoint. The gorgeous art tells the story of a school girl with a forgotten past, an immortal vampire and a doomed vampire hunter. If you are ready for your next binge read, get a hold of volume 1 today! Teen Friendly. Show less

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Nimona

Nimona

by Stevenson, Noelle

Graphic Novel - 2015

For lovers of LGBTQ+ romances, this graphic novel action packed, science fantasy tale has adorable art and breath-taking storytelling. A witty, light-hear...Show more For lovers of LGBTQ+ romances, this graphic novel action packed, science fantasy tale has adorable art and breath-taking storytelling. A witty, light-hearted story with a medieval fantasy setting about villains and sidekicks turns into a dark, action filled adventure about Good vs Evil. Filled with subtle, intimate romance about Exes-Who-Are-Still-Not-Over-Each-Other. This is the perfect read for someone who prefers their romance to be in the background of great story. Teen Friendly. Show less

For lovers of LGBTQ+ romances, this graphic novel action packed, science fantasy tale has adorable art and breath-taking storytelling. A witty, light-hear...Show more For lovers of LGBTQ+ romances, this graphic novel action packed, science fantasy tale has adorable art and breath-taking storytelling. A witty, light-hearted story with a medieval fantasy setting about villains and sidekicks turns into a dark, action filled adventure about Good vs Evil. Filled with subtle, intimate romance about Exes-Who-Are-Still-Not-Over-Each-Other. This is the perfect read for someone who prefers their romance to be in the background of great story. Teen Friendly. Show less

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Heartstopper

Heartstopper

Volume 1

by Oseman, Alice

Graphic Novel - 2019

A beautiful novel about identity, friendship and the feeling of first love. Following Charlie, an openly gay over-thinker and Nick, a cheerful, popular ru...Show more A beautiful novel about identity, friendship and the feeling of first love. Following Charlie, an openly gay over-thinker and Nick, a cheerful, popular rugby player at the all-boys British Grammar School. They become fast friends but soon something more begins to bloom. This story is about discovery friendship and embracing your sexuality. Teen friendly. Show less

A beautiful novel about identity, friendship and the feeling of first love. Following Charlie, an openly gay over-thinker and Nick, a cheerful, popular ru...Show more A beautiful novel about identity, friendship and the feeling of first love. Following Charlie, an openly gay over-thinker and Nick, a cheerful, popular rugby player at the all-boys British Grammar School. They become fast friends but soon something more begins to bloom. This story is about discovery friendship and embracing your sexuality. Teen friendly. Show less

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