The winners of the 2022 Harvey Awards had been introduced throughout New York Comic Con on October 8. The Harvey Awards, which started in 1988, are one of comics’ oldest working and most prestigious awards. They had been named after Harvey Kurtzman, an American comics pioneer who’s greatest recognized for creating MAD journal in 1952.
Outstanding comedian books, manga, graphic novels, and extra had been voted on by a gaggle of skilled creators, publishing professionals, librarians, and comedian guide retailers who had been chosen by ReedPOP and the Harvey Awards Executive Committee. This yr’s awards had been coordinated by Chris D’Lando, Camilla Di Persia, and Eden Miller.
The winners are as follows:
Book of the Year
“Best long-form graphic novel or collection that demonstrating excellence in writing, art or cartooning showcasing great representation of the form.”
The Good Asian, Vol. 1 by Pornsak Pichetshote and Alexandre Tefenkgi (Image Comics)
Digital Book of the Year
“Best comic or collection originally presented in a digital format.”
Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe
Best Children or Young Adult Book
“Best long-form original graphic novel or collection presented for younger audiences.”
Squire by Nadia Shammas and Sara Alfageeh (HarperAlley)
Best Adaptation from Comic Book/Graphic Novel
“Best adaptation to another medium of a work originally presented as a graphic novel, trade collection or comic book.”
Ms. Marvel (Disney+) primarily based on Ms. Marvel (Marvel Comics)
Best Manga
“Best single manga of the year translated in to English.”
Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto, translated by Amanda Haley (VIZ Media)
Best International Book
“Best international material translated in to English”
Sweet Paprika by Mirka Andolfo (Image Comics)
Harvey Hall of Fame Award
“Honoring creators who’ve had a distinguished profession or affect on the medium for over twenty years.“
Neil Gaiman, author (Sandman)
Gilbert Shelton, cartoonist (The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers)
Roy Thomas, author, journalist, former Marvel Comics editor-in-chief
Marge Buell, cartoonist (Little Lulu)
For a full checklist of nominees, go to the 2022 Harvey Awards principal web page.
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