A graphic novel is a narrative work in which the story is conveyed to the reader using sequential art in either an experimental design or in a traditional comics format. The term is employed in a broad manner, encompassing non-fiction works and thematically linked short stories as well as fictional stories across a number of genres.
Will Eisner's A Contract with God is a wonderful place to start if you’ve never dabbled in graphic novels. Eisner is often credited with having popularized the term "graphic novel" and is the Eisner Awards namesake.
YALSA’s Great Graphic Novels for Teens are recommended for those ages 12-18. Or try one of these suggestions.