• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Goodreads

Marie Leslie

Resources for a Productive & Creative Life

  • Home
  • About
    • Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy
  • Work With Me
    • Marketing and Growth Strategy
    • Productivity Consulting
    • Speaking and Training
  • Contact
  • Blog
You are here: Home / Books, Media & Entertainment / Encourage Young “Book of Mormon” Readers with “The Golden Plates” Graphic Novels

Encourage Young “Book of Mormon” Readers with “The Golden Plates” Graphic Novels

Encourage Young “Book of Mormon” Readers with “The Golden Plates” Graphic Novels
by Marie Leslie

The Golden Plates Summary

The Golden Plates, by Michael and Laura Allred, and Andrew Knaupp, is an illustrated adaptation of The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ, which has sold over 120 million copies, and ranks as the fifth bestselling book of all time. This graphic novel/comic book adaptation was first created in 2005 by award winning artist Michael Allred. The Premium Edition has replaced the full text originally included in the first edition with simplified and edited text, making the story easier for younger readers to follow and also showcasing more of the stunning artwork. It has also been converted to digital form for enjoyment on phones, tablets, and desktop devices through Amazon, iTunes, and Kobo. New printed editions have also been released through Amazon.

The first 6 issues cover the first 145 pages (27%) of the Book of Mormon, from 1st Nephi through the Words of Mormon. This adaptation is a fun and enthralling to way to help older children and teens understand and enjoy the Book of Mormon in a format more advanced than simplified children’s stories or scripture readers meant for young children.

The Golden Plates Graphic Novels make Book of Mormon Reading Fun for kids

The Golden Plates Review

I received the first six issues of The Golden Plates to review. Issue 1 was paperback and the other five issues were digital versions. The artwork in these graphic novels is excellent, and the important points of each story from the Book of Mormon are faithfully represented. For younger readers, and for those with reading challenges, this is definitely a less overwhelming and more understandable way to begin learning The Book of Mormon.

My challenged reader tells me she would be more likely to pick up one of these than the original text. They invite engagement. Some older readers may wish to compare them with the graphically illustrated Book of Mormon Stories; however, these books have a more contemporary feel in their artwork. Because each issue of The Golden Plates is a separate book, it is also easier for small hands to manage, and easier to tote than a larger, heavier book. I am looking forward to future issues covering the rest of The Book of Mormon (hint, hint) so I can have a complete collection.

These will definitely be on my gifting list (yes, this WordNerd loves to gift books), and would be an excellent addition to any LDS family library.

Buy the Books

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn some money if you click on one and make a purchase. It will not cost you any extra, and I will be grateful for your support. Read the full disclosure here.

The Golden Plates Graphic Novels are available at Amazon.com

THe Golden Plates BlogTour
Category: Books, Media & EntertainmentTag: affiliate, Book Review, Faith
Previous Post:Kiss of the Spindle by Nancy Campbell AllenKiss of the Spindle #Review
Next Post:20 Great Podcasts to Inspire Your Creativity20 Great Podcasts to Inspire Your Creativity

Sidebar

Looking for Something?

Marie Leslie is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases when you click on links from my website. Read our full disclosure policy here.

Access and read our Privacy Policy here.

Follow Us

Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Pinterest Follow us on Instagram

Follow Me

  • Facebook
  • Goodreads
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Etsy
  • Amazon

Navigation

Home

Blog

About

Contact


MarieLeslie.com is an Amazon associate and earns income from qualifying purchases. This means if you click on a link to buy something I may receive a commission from your purchase, though you will not pay more. For more information, find our disclosure here.

Copyright © 2023 · Marie Leslie · All Rights Reserved · Powered by Mai Theme