cartoonists

Marjane Satrapi recounts her childhood and coming of age in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution, as well as her self-imposed exile from her native country, through comic strips that reflect how her own history is tied to the history of Iran.

Twelve-year-old Derek wants to train his pet monkey, who is going to be a service animal, to help Umberto, a new student who uses a wheelchair, but Umberto would rather steal Derek's cartoon ideas.

A biography of the American cartoonist's life and achievements.

Tells the life story of cartoonist Charles M. Schulz, whose "Peanuts" comic strip entertained readers for nearly fifty years.

Lucy Knisley is the daughter of a chef and a gourmet. In her thoughtful and down-to-earth memoir, she casts a light on the role of food in all our lives.

Contains profiles of ninety individuals involved in the comic book industry during the 1950s and 1960s, including indexers, dealers, fanzine publishers, convention organizers, writers, artists, and others.

Examines the life and career of comic book creator John Romita, Sr., an artist of numerous publications, including "The Amazing Spider-Man" and "The Fantastic Four.".

Examines the life and career of comic book creator Joe Sinnott, an artist and inker for Marvel and other publishers.

Tells the story of the men who invented the superhero and comic book industry and demonstrates how these creators gained their cultural power and established a place in modern imagination.