What was the objective behind holding an exhibition of graphic novels?
Each year, we highlight a selection of books from our collection. We follow a common programme nationally and hence, the exhibition will be displayed at all our nine centres in the country. We have around 100 novels on display at BCL, which can be borrowed after the event gets over. What made you choose graphic novels as the theme? They are very popular in the UK and such novels emphasise on the storyline alongwith the graphics. Through this exhibition, we are trying to showcase the best of such novels, from the UK as well as by Indian writers. Tell us about the graphic novels that you have on exhibit. Being expensive, it’s easier for people to access such novels through an exhibition. We have the entire series of Agatha Christie, Shakespeare and Batman, which are very popular. You will also find Indian writer Sarnath Banerjee’s Corridor and Barn Owl over here. What kind of response have you seen so far? This genre is attracting the younger generation. We have people aged 18 to 25 who
