Nimona

A graphic novel from HarperCollins, Nimona (2015–present) follows a shapeshifting young girl who becomes the sidekick to a supervillain in a futuristic, medieval-inspired world. Originally a webcomic before its collected edition, the work is most closely associated with creator Noelle Stevenson, whose sharp, expressive art and subversive storytelling earned the book a National Book Award nomination. Its importance lies in its playful deconstruction of hero-villain dynamics and its heartfelt exploration of identity and friendship, resonating with a broad audience for its emotional depth and wit.