The graphic novel that just made literary history (and why you should read it)
Lee Lai made history by winning the Stella Prize as the first non-binary recipient and the first graphic novel winner with her book, Cannon. This recognition highlights the evolving perception of graphic novels, which have transitioned from children's literature to a respected literary form. Lai's work is celebrated for its intimate storytelling that explores themes of love, rage, and queerness.
- ▪Lee Lai is the first non-binary person to win the Stella Prize.
- ▪Cannon is the first graphic novel to win the Stella Prize.
- ▪Graphic novels have become more diverse and innovative over the years.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.