A search term can be used in combination with another search term to improve the relevance of your search results in databases, the Library's Discover and Catalog searches, and even in Google and other search engines.

To find materials on graphic novels, start with the search phrase "graphic novel" and then add a second or even third search term.

Examples:

• "graphic novel"
• "graphic novel" AND encyclopedia
• "graphic novel" AND criticism

Other suggestions:

• comics AND criticism
• comics AND analysis