The end of this year will see the return of the Avengers to the big screen. After the success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day this summer, fans are ready to return to the Marvel Universe. As a longtime comic book fan, I have been immersed in the world of Marvel for decades and in that time, there have been multiple stories that connected with me. I recently saw a TikTok from someone who is interested in getting into superhero comics, but wants to read stories that are more focused on the human condition rather than wall to wall action. As I was commenting on the post, I got the idea to create a list of some of my favorite Marvel Graphic Novels that I think everyone should read.

Marvels: The Remastered Edition

A visionary retelling of Marvel’s origin era, Marvels captures the awe of a world encountering heroes for the first time. With Kurt Busiek’s powerful narrative and Alex Ross’s iconic art, this Eisner Award-winning modern classic transforms myth into memory.

Witness the birth of the Fantastic Four—and their fateful stand against Galactus—through the eyes of those who lived it. Marvels reimagines “Behold… Galactus!” as a moment of cosmic reckoning etched into the human experience.

Daredevil: Born Again

Collects Daredevil #226-233. “And I — I have shown him… that a man without hope is a man without fear.” The definitive Daredevil tale! Karen Page, Matt Murdock’s former lover, has traded away the Man Without Fear’s secret identity for a drug fix. Now, Daredevil must find strength as the Kingpin of Crime wastes no time taking him down as low as a human can get.

Spider-Man: Kraven’s Last Hunt

The ultimate tale of revenge! Kraven the Hunter has stalked and killed every beast known to man. But there is one prey that has eluded him. One quarry that has mocked him at every turn: the Spider. Now, in one last hunt, Kraven will finally prove he is Spider-Man’s master — by burying him alive and taking his place! To destroy the spider, he must become the spider!

Infinity Gauntlet

Collects Infinity Gauntlet (1991) #1-6. The Mad Titan Thanos has seized control of Infinity Gauntlet and with it near-omnipotent power! Who can stop this deadly new overlord? All of Marvel’s top heroes star in this epic of cosmic proportions!

Iron Man: Demon In A Bottle

Corporate connivances, murder charges, villains by the dozen — Iron Man faces his most untouchable foe in criminal industrialist Justin Hammer and his literal army of super-villains! But can the Armored Avenger overcome an even more implacable personal demon, invulnerable to technology or wealth?

Doctor Strange: The Oath

Doctor Stephen Strange embarks on the most important paranormal investigation of his career, as he sets out to solve an attempted murder – his own! And with his most trusted friend also at death’s door, Strange turns to an unexpected corner of the Marvel Universe to recruit a new ally.

Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet 

When a superhuman terrorist group calling itself The People sparks a violent uprising, the land famed for its incredible technology and proud warrior traditions will be thrown into turmoil. As suicide bombers terrorize the population, T’Challa struggles to unite his citizens, and a familiar villain steps out of the shadows. If Wakanda is to survive, it must adapt – but can its monarch, one in a long line of Black Panthers, survive the necessary change?

X-Men: Dark Phoenix Saga

The X-Men have fought many battles, been on galaxy-spanning adventures and defeated enemies of limitless might ― but none of it prepared them for the most shocking struggle they would ever face. One of their own, Jean Grey, has gained cosmic power beyond all comprehension ― and that power has corrupted her absolutely! Now, the X-Men must decide whether the life of the friend they cherish is worth the possible destruction of the entire universe! 

House Of M

The Scarlet Witch is out of control, and the fate of the entire world is in her hands. Will Magneto help his daughter or use her powers to his own benefit? Starring the Astonishing X-Men and the New Avengers!

Jessica Jones: Alias Vol. 1

Meet Jessica Jones. Once upon a time, she was a costumed super hero — but not a very good one. Her powers were unremarkable compared to the amazing abilities of the costumed icons that populate the Marvel Universe. In a city of Marvels, she never found her niche. The self-destructive would-be Avenger is now the owner and sole employee of Alias Investigations — a small, private-investigative firm specializing in superhuman cases. When she uncovers the potentially explosive secret of one hero’s true identity, Jessica’s life immediately becomes expendable. But her wit, charm and intelligence just may help her survive another day. Thrust into the midst of a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels, has Jessica burned too many bridges to turn to old friends for help?

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