Can someone tell me what the difference is between a manga and a graphic novel?

Question by BiancaBunny: Can someone tell me what the difference is between a manga and a graphic novel?

ive been having ideas for this story sorta like a manga but then i noticed theres something called a graphic novel. (i know i sound kinda slow saying i JUST found out about graphic novels) but i want to know the difference between them. when im planning my characters profiles does it make any difference how i do with a manga or gn?




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Answer by Angel
Q What’s the difference between American comics and Japanese manga?

A There are a few key differences between American graphic novels and Japanese graphic novels, or manga. While superhero comics still dominate the U.S. market, in Japan there is a much wider diversity of topics, from romantic comedies to historical fiction to how-to comics, and they are published in both weekly and monthly installments. Japanese comics work with a complex language of visual signals, from character design to sound effects to common symbols. The biggest difference is obvious: Japanese comics are from another culture and were never intended for export. In some ways, Japan’s pop culture is like ours, but in many ways it’s not, and learning the secret code that opens up those stories for us is one thing that makes manga so appealing to American readers.

I like manga better!

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