Graphic Novels, Literature or Not?

So far, I’ve read 40 books on my own! And now I’ve started to wonder, are graphic novels considered literature?

I believe they are because they can carry various themes. And at the end of the day, you’re still reading it page by page.

An example I can give is TMNT: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman.

This was one of the first graphic novels I’ve read, and the story is unreal!

The themes in this alone we’re enough to hold my attention!

Anything that has been written for the purpose of storytelling should be considered as literature. There is some clear inspiration behind it. A lot of heart can be put into it. And something as significant as graphic novels can help encourage others to craft their own works.