A guide to graphic novels for children and pre-teens offers historical and genre information, provides collection building tips, and discusses how to manage, promote, and maintain the collection.

What are graphic novels? -- Superheroes and other genres -- Manga and other foreign works -- Why should I offer graphic novels in my library? -- Purchasing your graphic novel collection -- So much to choose from : deciding what to purchase -- Collection management -- Displaying, promoting, and working with the collection -- Dealing with potential problems -- A final word.