Native American Heritage Month (November)

Published on: October 31, 2025

Graphic novels, staff recommendations, and more!

Graphic Novel Selections (by Category)

TitleCreative TeamCategory
Indiginerds: Tales From Modern Indigenous LifeAlina Pete (editor), variousAnthology
Moonshot: The Indigenous Comics Collection, Vol. 1Hope NicholsonAnthology
Moonshot: The Indigenous Comics Collection, Vol. 2Hope NicholsonAnthology
Moonshot: The Indigenous Comics Collection, Vol. 3Elizabeth LaPenseeAnthology
This Place: 150 Years RetoldvariousAnthology
Woman of the Woods and Other North American StoriesKate Ashwin (editor), Kel McDonald (editor), Alina Pete (editor), variousAnthology
Fry BreadKevin Noble Maillard, Juana Marinez-NealChildren’s Picture Book
My Powerful Hair: A Picture BookCarole Lindstrom, Steph LittlebirdChildren’s Picture Book
Powwow DayTraci Sorell, Madelyn GoodnightChildren’s Picture Book
We Are Water ProtectorsCarole Lindstrom, Michaela GoadeChildren’s Picture Book
7 GenerationsDavid A. Robertson, Scott B. HendersonIndependent
Come Home, IndioJim TerryIndependent
Indigenous People’s History of the United StatesRoxanne Dunbar-OrtizIndependent
Jaj: A Haida MangaMichael Nicoll YahgulanaasIndependent
Reckoner Rises: BreakdownDavid A. Robertson, Scott B. Henderson, Donovan Yaciuk, Andrew ThomasIndependent
Red: a Haida MangaMichael Nicoll YahgulanaasIndependent
Redbone: The True Story of a Native American Rock BandChristian Staebler, Sonia Paoloni, Thibault BalahyIndependent
The First AmericansChristopher Reda, Tadd GalushaIndependent
The Outside CirclePatti LaBoucane-BensonIndependent
The Spirit of Denendeh, Vol. 2: As I Enfold You in PetalsRichard Van CampIndependent
The Spirit of Denendeh: A Blanket of ButterfliesRichard Van CampIndependent
Trickster: Native American Tales, A Graphic Collection, 10th Anniversary EditionMatt DembickiIndependent
Secret PathGord Downie, Jeff LemireIndependent
EarthdiversStephen Graham JonesIndependent
Earthdivers, Vol. 2: Ice AgeStephen Graham JonesIndependent
Notable Native People: 50 Indigenous Leaders, Dreamers, and Changemakers from Past and PresentAdrienne KeeneKids
Ribbon SkirtCameron MukwaKids
Surviving the City: From the Roots Up, Vol. 2Tasha SpillettKids
Surviving the City: We Are The Medicine, Vol. 3Tasha SpillettKids
ThunderousMandy Smoker Broaddus, Natalie PeeterseKids
Two TribesEmily Bowen CohenKids
BordersThomas King, Natasha DonovanKids/YA
Pemmican Wars (A Girl Called Echo) SeriesKatherena Vermette, Scott B. Henderson, Donovan YaciukKids/YA
Surviving the CityTasha Spillett, Natasha Donovan, Donovan YaciukKids/YA
Marvel Voices: HeritageJeffery VereggeMarvel
Phoenix Song – EchoRebecca Roanhorse, Luca Maresca, Kyle Charles, Carlos Lopez, Bryan ValenzaMarvel
X-VengersJason Loo, Aure Jimenez, Rain Beredo, Joe Sabino, Sergio Fernández Dávila, Noah Sharma, Darren Shan, Tom BrevoortMarvel
Ultimate HawkeyeB. Earl, Deniz Camp, Taboo, Juan Frigeri, Michael Sta. MariaMarvel

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GOCC Staff Recommendations and Reviews

If I Go Missing by Brianna Jonnie, Nahanni Shingoose, and Nshannacappo

If I Go Missing is derived from excerpts of a letter that went viral and was also the basis of a documentary film. In her letter, Jonnie calls out the authorities for neglecting to immediately investigate missing Indigenous people and urges them to “not treat me as the Indigenous person I am proud to be” if she were to be reported missing. Indigenous artist Neal Shannacappo provides the artwork. Through his illustrations, he imagines a situation in which a young Indigenous woman does disappear, portraying the reaction of her community, her friends, the police, and media. (Wes’ Pick)

Moonshot: An Indigenous Comics Collection (Volume 1) by Hope Nicholson

MOONSHOT: The Indigenous Comics Collection brings together dozens of creators from North America to contribute comic book stories showcasing the rich heritage and identity of indigenous storytelling. From traditional stories to exciting new visions of the future, this collection presents some of the finest comic book and graphic novel work on the continent.

Also features story introductions, sketchbooks, and biographies of the writers and illustrators. (Gabi’s Pick)

This Place: 150 Years Retold by Various

Explore the past 150 years through the eyes of Indigenous creators in this groundbreaking graphic novel anthology. Beautifully illustrated, these stories are an emotional and enlightening journey through Indigenous wonderworks, psychic battles, and time travel. See how Indigenous peoples have survived a post-apocalyptic world since Contact.

Each story includes a timeline of related historical events and a personal note from the author. Find cited sources and a select bibliography for further reading in the back of the book. The accompanying teacher guide includes  curriculum charts and 12 lesson plans  to help educators use the book with their students. This is one of the 200 exceptional projects funded through the Canada Council for the Arts’ New Chapter initiative. With this $35M initiative, the Council supports the creation and sharing of the arts in communities across Canada. (Luna Z’s Pick)

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