Similarities and Differences of the Doodle Fiction, Manga, and Graphic Novel

Before we identify the similarities and differences of the Doodle Fiction, Manga, and Graphic Novel, we must know their meaning first.

What is Doodle Fiction?

Doodle fiction is a genre where the author incorporates doodle writing and drawing. Graphics were handwritten in place of the traditional font. Well, pictures and drawings enhance the story because it adds humorous elements. 

Example: The Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney. Oops!

What is Manga?

Manga is an umbrella term for a wide variety of comic books and graphic novels originally produced and published in Japan. Unlike American comic books, which are usually printed in full color, Japanese manga is almost always black and white. Most manga series are long-running and can span multiple volumes

What is a Graphic Novel?

 A graphic novel is a book made up of comics content. Although the word "novel" normally refers to long fictional works, the term "graphic novel" is applied broadly and includes fiction, non-fiction, and anthologized work. 

Now, let us know the similarities of Doodle Fiction, Manga, and Graphic Novel.

All of these genres incorporate drawings, illustrations, or graphics in telling a story. This is just a basic definition of each genre. Doodle Fictions use doodles for a more humorous and/or engaging effect, while both the Manga and Graphic Novels use a comic book style.

What are their differences?

Doodle Fiction incorporates doodle writing, drawing, and handwritten graphics in place of the traditional font. Often adding humorous elements causing lighthearted laughter and amusement. A graphic novel is a comic book in book formal, with a spine instead of staples. And it is published like a book instead of a magazine.