Salamander Dream
Encyclopedia
Salamander Dream is an original graphic novel
by Hope Larson
, her first, released by AdHouse Books
in 2005.
The book covers the relationship between Hailey, a young girl, and Salamander, an ambiguous forest-dwelling being. As the years go by their friendship changes with them. The story is told through innovative layouts and little text, highlighting Larson's unique approach to the graphic novel form.
It was initially printed online as a webcomic
, and can still be read in its entirety for free at the Secret Friend Society website.
Graphic novel
A graphic novel is a narrative work in which the story is conveyed to the reader using sequential art in either an experimental design or in a traditional comics format...
by Hope Larson
Hope Larson
Hope Raue Larson is an American illustrator and cartoonist. Her main field is graphic novels.-Biography:Larson is of German and Swedish descent. She grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, and attendedCarolina Day School...
, her first, released by AdHouse Books
AdHouse Books
AdHouse Books is an independent comic book publisher based in Richmond, Virginia. It was founded in 2002 by graphic designer Chris Pitzer. Its small annual output and high-end production values have earned it the nickname "The Boutique Juggernaut."...
in 2005.
The book covers the relationship between Hailey, a young girl, and Salamander, an ambiguous forest-dwelling being. As the years go by their friendship changes with them. The story is told through innovative layouts and little text, highlighting Larson's unique approach to the graphic novel form.
It was initially printed online as a webcomic
Webcomic
Webcomics, online comics, or Internet comics are comics published on a website. While many are published exclusively on the web, others are also published in magazines, newspapers or often in self-published books....
, and can still be read in its entirety for free at the Secret Friend Society website.