Forum:Comic stories vs. Comic strips


 * It occurs to me, as I browse the wiki, that the term `comic stories` is used where I feel that `comic strip stories` would be more appropriate. An extra word I know, but..
 * The term `comic' originally came about to describe a series of naratively linked illustrations widely associated with the `funnies' that appeared firstly in newspapers then later in more widely circulated reading material, often aimed at entertaining children, (represented for example in the UK by titles like the Beano and the Dandy).
 * As this audience grew up, it demanded more from its `comics` than just light entertainment, which led to them developing a more mature and often darker feel. (Even 'Rupert the Bear' adventures deserved the 'strip story' tag!).
 * While (in relation to Doctor Who ),the early `comic story` adventures of the 1960`s and 1970's frequently fell into this category, but I wonder if the term is perhaps not the best generic term to use. Just a thought! The Librarian 23:59, 13 August 2007 (UTC)