This year is the year I rediscovered my love of reading.

What I’m reading this year began with me stumbling across Fence by CS Pacat in my university library, a lighthearted graphic novel about a high school fencing team filled with a fun cast of characters. I read all four volumes available at the time in one sitting, which led to even more graphic novels and manga (Heartstopper and Death Note were some of the more notable mentions). Growing up, comics were always one of my favourite forms of literature. Some of the most fun I’ve had while reading this year came from graphic novels and manga, and so did some of the best stories I’ve read. It was a way for me to get some quick reading in throughout the week when I didn’t quite have time to sit down with a novel—these light reads were always a great pick-me-up after a long day.