Cannon's Stella Prize Win Shakes Comics World

Lee Lais graphic novel, Cannon, has made history by winning the 2026 Stella Prize, marking the first time a comic book format has taken home this prestigious award for women and nonbinary writers. The novel, which explores themes of friendship, family, and anger, was penned by Lai during the tumultuous times of COVID, Black Lives Matter protests, and the Gaza conflict. Lai, an Australian cartoonist living in Montreal, was surprised by the novels success, which has earned it recognition in heavy-hitting awards like the Victorian Premiers Literary Awards and the Carol Shields Prize. The novels unique blend of words and...