So what’s the difference between a graphic novel and a comic strip? We wondered too. It’s all in the name, kind of.
A graphic novel is a novel that tells a complete story with illustrations. A graphic novel is longer and more substantial than a comic book.
A comic strip is more like an excerpt and part of a series from a larger story.
How are they similar?
Both comics and graphic novels use extensive illustrations or graphics. Both are stories with complex characters, backstories and inner conflict. As you can see from the lists below both can be made into movies.