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The article focuses on the global reach of comics beyond Manga and Bande Dessinée. Topics discussed include the challenges and benefits of translation; the underrepresentation of translated books in the U.S. market; the need for more diverse and inclusive collections in libraries; the importance of diversity and inclusion in library collections; and mentions several books like "Braba: A Brazilian Comics Anthology" by Rafael Grampa & Janaina de Luna, "Inside the Giant Fish" by Rawand Issa.

The article present an interview with Betsy Gomez, the Assistant Director of Communications and Public Outreach for American Library Association's (ALA) Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF). Topics include the challenges of censorship faced by comics, especially graphic novels and manga; the increase in challenges and the specific themes targeted like LGBTQIA content; and strategies for library workers to handle challenges and advocate for diverse literature effectively.

Sports stories have so much to do with physical movement, and the visual format of comics, graphic novels, and manga is a natural fit for the genre, bringing to vivid [...]

Nate Powell, a renowned comics artist, has adapted James Loewen's book "Lies My Teacher Told Me" into a comics format. Powell was drawn to the project because he was already a fan of Loewen's work and felt a sense of continuity with his previous projects. Adapting the text-heavy book presented challenges, but Powell embraced the idea of his adaptation as a companion volume to the original, encouraging readers to cross-reference for deeper anecdotes and footnotes. Powell believes that comics are a successful medium for nonfiction because they can convey nontextual information and allow for multiple perspectives to exist simultaneously. His adaptation brings new elements to the original by fact-checking, updating, and contextualizing the information in light of recent events. Powell hopes that readers will recognize the importance of realistic and truthful books about American history, especially in the current context of challenges to access to information. He believes that "Lies My Teacher Told Me" is an enlightening reading experience that can help multiple generations understand the patterns and stakes involved in the miseducation of history. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the impact of comics, manga and anime in libraries, highlighting success stories of patrons finding community, confidence and support through these resources. Topics discussed include challenges faced by library workers due to bans and legislative threats; support systems like intellectual freedom groups and grants; and initiatives promoting diversity and representation in comics and library collections.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including the challenges faced by comics, graphic novels & manga in libraries; using comics for classroom education; and the diverse and dynamic world of visual storytelling.

An interview with authors Maia Kobabe and Sarah Peitzmeier about their book "Breathe: Journeys to Healthy Binding," is presented. Peitzmeier talks about what made her want to turn her academic research into a comic, why it is important to publish this book, and what readers will learn from the book. Kobabe discusses what it was like working together on the project and how libraries can be safe and affirming resource for transgender and nonbinary people seeking information like this.

This article highlights 10 excellent books on various artistic endeavors. The books cover topics such as music, illustration, dance, and art crime. The books explore diverse themes and perspectives, including the experiences of queer, nonbinary, Mexican American artists, the world of classical music in 1890s Paris, and the life of Jackie Ormes, the first Black woman to have a nationally syndicated newspaper comic strip. [Extracted from the article]