Best Teen Fantasy Graphic Novels (2026): 5 Compared

Dragons, shapeshifters and sorcerers: the best teen fantasy graphic novels bring big fantasy worlds to the page. We compared five by teen fit, length and acclaim, using only what each listing publishes.

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The picks

#	Product	Shelf Score	Buy
1	Squire	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	A Wizard of Earthsea	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
3	Nimona	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
4	The Moth Keeper	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
5	Lightfall	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon

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Squire

Nadia Shammas·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 336-page fantasy epic about a squire's loyalty, ages 14+.

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Pros

• New England Book Award and Harvey Award winner
• 336 pages, the longest here
• Ages 14+, grades 9-12: true teen fit

Cons

• No sequel stated
• War themes; for older teens
• Published March 8, 2022

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A Wizard of Earthsea

Ursula K. Le Guin·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Le Guin's classic adapted by Fred Fordham, 288 pages, ages 13+.

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Pros

• 2026 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story
• Le Guin's classic adapted by Fordham
• 288 pages, ages 13 and up

Cons

• First of a series
• Darker themes for younger teens
• Published March 11, 2025

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Nimona

ND Stevenson·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

ND Stevenson's shapeshifter tale, collector's edition, 288 pages.

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Pros

• Collector's edition with bonus content
• Award-winning Netflix film
• 288 pages, ages 13 and up

Cons

• Check against the standard edition
• Read the preview first
• Published May 20, 2025

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The Moth Keeper

K. O'Neill·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A cozy fantasy of lunar moths, 288 pages, ages 10+, Kirkus starred.

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Pros

• Kirkus starred review
• 288 pages of lush fantasy art
• Ages 10+: the widest teen entry

Cons

• Quiet pacing; not action-heavy
• No series stated
• Published March 7, 2023

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Lightfall

Tim Probert·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A sweeping fantasy quest, Book 1 of 4, 256 pages, ages 6-11.

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Pros

• Kid-Voted Best Graphic Novel
• Book 1 of 4: a series to follow
• 256 pages of sweeping fantasy

Cons

• Ages 6-11; younger than most teens
• The quest continues
• Published September 1, 2020

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Compare the picks

Collected 21 October 2026.

How we scored them

The Story Score weighs teen fit, contents, value and stated reading age.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each book’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score. Reading age or level counts on a list where at least one listing gives one, and a book whose listing gives none then scores zero on it. Where no listing gives one, the score is taken over the other 85 points. Books carry no warranty, so warranty is not scored.

How to choose the best teen fantasy graphic novels

Match the age

Squire states 14 and up, A Wizard of Earthsea and Nimona 13 and up, The Moth Keeper 10 and up, and Lightfall 6-11. Also see our best fantasy books for teen girls list.

Series or standalone

Lightfall is Book 1 of 4 and A Wizard of Earthsea opens the Books of Earthsea. Squire, Nimona and The Moth Keeper read as standalones.

Awards and acclaim

Squire won the New England Book Award and a Harvey Award; A Wizard of Earthsea won the 2026 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story; The Moth Keeper earned a Kirkus starred review.

Before you buy

• Check the reading age: Squire is 14+; Lightfall is 6-11.
• Nimona’s collector’s edition adds bonus content; compare with the standard edition.
• Lightfall is Book 1 of 4; the quest continues in later volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which teen fantasy graphic novel won a Hugo Award?

A Wizard of Earthsea, the 2026 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story.

Which is best for younger teens?

The Moth Keeper, ages 10 and up.

Which has the most pages?

Squire, at 336 pages.

Which is part of a series?

Lightfall, Book 1 of 4.

Still deciding? Our top pickSquire

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Related lists

See every young adult book list and all kids and teens books lists.

More lists: young adult books and fantasy books for teen girls.