Portland’s graphic novel and comic book arts scene is one of our most deep-seated and vibrant creative communities. Today on City Cast Portland, with the help of Katie Pryde (owner of Southeast Portland’s award-winning comic book shop, Books with Pictures) we’re putting together a must-read list of some of the best graphic novels and comic books, including from a few local artists and writers.

Discussed in today's episode:

•  Northwest Museum of Cartoon Arts
• "Spent" by Alison Bechdel
• Cannon" by Lee Lai
• "And to Think We Started as a Book Club…" by Tom Toro
• "Absolute Wonder Woman" by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman
• "Agent Cupcake" by Mel Hilario and Lauren Davis
• "Flip" by Ngozi Ukazu
• PDX Pop Up Shops

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