A Wizard of Earthsea: A Graphic Novel

"The world of Earthsea has been widely known since Le Guin's original publication in 1968 and paved the way for non-Tolkienian fantasy novels for decades. Fordham's artistic vision will bring in a new generation of fans with vivid colors, dialogue-driven pages, and fast pacing. . . Fantasy lovers and art lovers alike will make this graphic version of the classic novel a highly sought-after addition to library shelves." - School Library Journal

"[V]isual magic that is able to blur between the light and dark that churn at the story's core. A worthy adaptation of an enduring classic that manages to bring forth all the quiet power of the whispered secret of someone's true name." - Booklist

"Fred Fordham's graphic novel adaptation. . . stay[s] faithful to Le Guin's beautiful prose and story while bringing her world to life with lush illustrations. . . Wondrous. If anyone attempts to adapt Le Guin's work to film or television again, this is a model they should hold to as tightly as her wizards guard their true names." - Avclub

"[I]ntentionality and mindfulness behind. . . the portrayal of Ged as "a young copper-skinned man." A beloved cornerstone of the genre brought vividly to life through striking illustrations." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Does A Wizard of Earthsea work as a comic? I'd certainly say so. I think it's in the upper tier of the literature-to-comics adaptations I've read. . . [a]n A-tier book, and an absolute must-read for fans of Le Guin, high fantasy, or both." - The Beat, #1 source for comics and graphic novel news