Non-linear stories in graphic novels can make the tales more powerful. They help readers connect better with the plot and characters.

Key Techniques:

1. Flashbacks and Flashforwards:

   • These tools add depth and feelings to the story.
   • For example, in Watchmen, the story jumps around in time.
   • This lets readers learn about the characters' pasts at important moments, helping us understand why they act the way they do.

2. Multiple Perspectives:

   • Books like Fun Home by Alison Bechdel show different points of view.
   • This allows readers to put the story together like a puzzle, making us think more deeply about what we are reading.

3. Juxtaposition of Scenes:

   • In Maus, the author Art Spiegelman switches between past and present.
   • This contrast highlights the pain of the Holocaust and how it still affects people today.

These story structures invite readers to engage more with the themes and messages, making the storytelling even more meaningful.