For a long time comics were not recognised as an art form in Germany.  In the meantime a wide variety of comics and graphic novels of different styles and genres have sprung up amidst a lively comics scene.

This website presents important German-language comic artists and explains the different styles, genres and formats which have developed.  Comic experts have written introductions to each section, and the portraits of artists include short biographies, publications lists and book and website tips.

The downloadable reading list has lots of suggestions for libraries abroad who wish to buy German-language comics.