In what ways have comics from non-English speaking countries (such as Japan's manga, France's bande dessinée, or South Korea's manhwa) impacted global comic culture?
How do comic anthologies, which often feature a variety of short stories and styles by different creators, contribute to the diversity and innovation within the comic book industry?
How have independent comic publishers, such as Image Comics or Dark Horse Comics, influenced the diversity of storytelling and representation in the comic book industry?
What are some notable examples of European comics, such as Franco-Belgian "bande dessinée," and how do they differ in style and narrative from traditional American comics?
How do manga series, like those published in Shonen Jump, impact global comic book trends, and what cultural elements make them distinct from Western comics?
What role do graphic novels play in terms of literary recognition and academic study, and can you provide some examples of graphic novels that have gained significant critical acclaim?
