Gabe Soria, Jarrett Williams, and Eisner-Winner Kyle Baker Invoke the Legendary Blues Man in ‘One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer’ Ahead of His 105TH Birthday The John Lee Hooker Estate and Z2 Comics announce the graphic novel John Lee Hooker: One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer , documenting the life of the legendary blues musician, told by Gabe Soria ( Murder Ballads ) and Jarrett Williams ( Super Pro K.O.! ) and illustrated by eight-time Eisner award winner Kyle Baker, known for his work with Marvel and DC Comics, including his revival of Plastic Man , this is the official graphic novel document of one of the most celebrated figures in blues music!   "The Hooker Family thanks Z2 Comics for bringing our dad to life through the fantastic world of John Lee Hooker: One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer and introducing him and the blues to a whole new audience,” says Zakiya Hooker, daughter of John Lee Hooker.   Legendary bluesman John Lee Hooker lived more life in one of his songs ...

 “Scottober” Is Coming! The comiXology Originals line of exclusive digital content kicks off October with the debut of the first three creator-owned titles penned by #1 New York Times bestselling writer Scott Snyder and co-created by some of the top artists in the industry. First comes We Have Demons #1 by Snyder and Greg Capullo on October 5th, then on October 12th comes Clear #1 by Snyder and Francis Manapul, and on October 19th comes Night of the Ghoul #1 by Snyder and Francesco Francavilla. Closing out the month on October 26th the wickedly curious can get a glimpse at the next five upcoming titles in a Halloween Sampler. “October has been deemed “Scottober” at comiXology Originals,” says Chip Mosher, comiXology’s Head of Content. “With the arrival of We Have Demons featuring widescreen action and the kinds of jaw-dropping storytelling twists that have made Snyder and Capullo the bestselling creator duo of the last 25 years, followed by Clear Snyder’s first noir thriller...

  Astonishing Times (comiXology Originals) #3 Written by Frank J. Barbiere, Arris Quinones Art by Ruairi Coleman Colored by Lauren Affe Cover by Dylan Todd Lettered by Taylor Esposito Digital Release Date September 28 2021 Age Rating 12+ Only Sold by comiXology Noah and Kokin make a shocking discovery -- Olympus, a secret city of superheroes. Noah comes face to face with Infinite, the greatest hero of his generation, and begins to unravel the secret behind his disappearance. Will Noah be witness to a long-awaited reuniting of heroes... or something more sinister? Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) The superhero world of 'Astonishing Times' continues to take shape as we're introduced to Infinite. A powerful hero with a god complex trying to save humanity, I mean, really save humanity, even since he went into self-exile working on life-changing experiments in his own hidden "Olympus." This City of Superheroes may sound astonishing to Noah, who sees this discovery as boon to his ...

  THE GOOD ASIAN #5 Writer: Pornsak Pichetshote Artist: Alexandre Tefenkgi, Lee Loughridge Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: September 29, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 NEW STORY ARC Suffering a traumatic loss, Edison Hark relives the pivotal and contentious moments that led a Chinese-American to become a cop in 1930s America, as the "secret origin of Edison Hark" is revealed. Score: ★★★★1/2 (4.5/5) After an extraordinary first arc with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger, 'The Good Asian' #5 begins a new volume of intrigue, mystery, and drama. What it doesn't do is pick up where the last issue ended. So we only get a taste of what happened after Frankie's attack. The first volume arrives today as well as issue five so if you haven't read it or want to cherish an entire volume of one of the year's best comics then grab a copy .  Before 'The Good Asian' can take a step forward it takes a step back to Edison Hark's early days in Hawaii to reveal how ...

  Vengeance of Vampirella #22 writer: Tom Sniegoski artist: Michael Sta. Maria covers: Lucio Parrillo (A), Ben Oliver (B), Stephen Segovia (C) Leona De La Chance Cosplay Variant (D), Stephen Segovia (RI-E/Virgin), Leona De La Chance Cosplay Variant (RI-F/Virgin), Ben Oliver (RI-G/BW), Ben Oliver (RI-H/Tint) FC | 32 pages | Horror | $3.99 | Teen+ Issue #22! Writer Tom Sniegoski continues to weave a post-apocalyptic tale featuring a literal hell on earth as a reborn vampirella fights against the literal forces of chaos to save humanity from its ultimate destruction! Vampirella and Jeannine wander the Chaoslands, exploring a world on the brink of transformation. In the tiny town of Surette they think they’ve found an example of peace and tranquility, but soon learn that looks can be deceiving. In order for there to be harmony in the town, all must feed the desires of Mandrasath—and it looks like Vampirella will be the perfect snack. Courtesy of Dynamite Entertainment

EYE-POPPING JO RATCLIFFE, EMI LENOX & CAITLIN YARSKY COVERS FOR 'M.O.M.: MOTHER OF MADNESS' #3 REVEALED Image Comics is pleased to reveal a trio of highly collectible covers for the forthcoming M.O.M.: Mother of Madness #3 by multiple Emmy award-nominated actress Emilia Clarke ( Game of Thrones, Star Wars ), GLAAD Media Award-nominated Marguerite Bennett ( Josie and the Pussycats, Angela ), and Leila Leiz ( Horde ). This #3 issue will conclude the miniseries with variant covers showcasing artwork by Jo Ratcliffe, Emi Lenox, and Caitlin Yarsky. "I am so proud of all the incredible artists who have joined me in creating M.O.M. ," said Clarke. "Their individual visions have elevated M.O.M. to the next level! What wondrous women!"  In M.O.M.: Mother of Madness #3, Maya’s son was kidnapped by the treacherous traffickers, and now it’s up to her and her misfit mob of BFFs—if she can escape her enemies and her past! Who’s gonna clean up this mess?! M.O.M.:...

  VERGE #1 Writer: Bryce McLellan Artist: Silvio Db, Louie Joyce Letterer: Sean Rinehart Publisher: Red 5 Comics Release Date: September 29, 2021 Cover Price: $3.95 A mysterious time travel event known as the Verge had brought thousands of people from across all of history to New York City. Vikings, Samurai, Romans, Mayans, Cavemen, and thousands of others all live in a vast and turbulent melting pot. Connie Liu, an NYPD Detective, investigates the murder of three Samurai, a case that threatens to turn the divisions in the city into an all-out war. Score: ★★★★★ (5/5) 'Verge' [not sure why it's not The Verge] #1 by Bryce McLellan, Silvio Db, and Louie Joyce from Red 5 Comics has a great premise. What if people including some of the greatest warriors in the history of the world arrived through time travel all at once and landed in New York City? That event is known as the Verge and now all of these refugees of time have to live together and assimilate to modern-day society...

The Biography Chronicles the Horror Icon’s Tumultuous Personal and Professional Life This fall, Humanoids, the publisher of some of the world’s most iconic and groundbreaking science fiction and fantasy graphic novels, will publish LUGOSI: THE RISE AND FALL OF HOLLYWOOD’S DRACULA by award-winning cartoonist Koren Shadmi.  The biography will chronicle the tumultuous personal and professional life of horror icon Bela Lugosi. The book will be Shadmi's second collaboration with Humanoids in the media biography space after The Twilight Man: Rod Serling and the Birth of Television , which came out in 2019. LUGOSI will be published under Humanoids’ Life Drawn imprint, which showcases diverse voices and slice-of-life stories from different points of view.  LUGOSI, the tragic life story of one of horror’s most iconic film stars, tells of a young Hungarian activist forced to flee his homeland after the failed Communist revolution in 1919. Reinventing himself in the U.S., first on st...

  Sonjaversal #8 writer: Christopher Hastings artist: Pasquale Qualano covers: Lucio Parrillo (A), Joseph Michael Linsner (B), Jae Lee & June Chung (C), Junggeun Yoon (D), Gracie the Cosplay Lass Cosplay Variant (E), Joseph Michael Linsner (RI-F/BW), Jae Lee (RI-G/BW), Junggeun Yoon (RI-H/BW), Gracie the Cosplay Lass Cosplay Variant (RI-I/BW), Lucio Parrillo (RI-J/BW Virgin) FC | 32 pages | Action/Adventure | $3.99 | Teen+ In Stores 09/29/2021 In the far-flung sci-fi future, PURPLE SONJA and her mech act as scouts for a space pilgrimage of the remaining members of humanity fleeing Earth. This scouting is made difficult by the return of Purple Sonja’s greatest enemy Kaiju descending upon her. Her demise is all but assured until she receives help from…HELL SONJA!? By CHRISTOPHER HASTINGS ( Deadpool ) and PASQUALE QUALANO ( Dejah Thoris )!

An Oversized Comic Book First Issue and Adventure Module Inspired By the Old School Fantasy RPGs that Scared a Nation   Featuring a Chick Tract-styled Comic by Ryan Browne And Trading Cards by Superstar Artists Max Dunbar, Jeremy Haun, Maan House, Jeff Johnson, Tom Neely, Dan Panosian, Jim Rugg, Tim Seeley and Kyle Strahm They said fantasy roleplaying games were dangerous and they were wrong. But now? Maybe they were right to be afraid! Writer Mark Sable ( Miskatonic, Graveyard of Empires ) and artist Chris Anderson ( Heavy Metal; Creepshow; Lost Angels ) have created a Kickstarter campaign for CHAOTIC NEUTRAL , an all-new 48-page comic book first issue inspired by the old school fantasy roleplaying games that worried parents and teachers alike. CHAOTIC NEUTRAL delivers magic, adventure, and storytelling—with an edge.  And CHAOTIC NEUTRAL is more than just a comic: Mark Sable has written an official CHAOTIC NEUTRAL Adventure Module that you can play using most old-scho...

  DUPLICANT #3 (OF 5)  (W) Karla Nappi (A) Marianna Strychowska (CA) Leila Del Duca Letterer: Carlos M. Mangual All evidence points to Robert Thunnel, head of the dangerous spiritual cult, The Asclepius Project, and Matt's former mentor, as the responsible party for Matt's kidnapping. Fearing for Matt's life, Sean races to rescue him while the hunt for the mole at Regenerist Tech uncovers some hidden truths about a trusted employee. Publisher: SECOND SIGHT PUBLISHING In Shops: Sep 22, 2021 SRP: $3.99 Score:  ★★★★☆ (4/5) As if a pandemic of widespread organ failure among humans wasn't wild enough, the kidnapping of the man responsible for the science of life-saving duplicate organs is turning out to be a frightening twist that consumes issue three. Matt Travers is assumed to have been abducted by the cult leader Robert Thunnel who deals in black market organs. Every minute Travers is missing is a minute closer to his potential death.  Karla Nappi ratchets up the su...

VINYL #4 Writer: Doug Wagner Artist: Daniel Hillyard, Dave Stewart Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: September 22, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 Walter can't remember who he is, and without him, this serial killer rescue mission is doomed. In other "sunflower death cult news," the Beast and Mother are loose, Guy and Vic brawl against a frenzy of Sunflower Girls, and Rennie has run off to make clothing from human flesh. Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) Panic is setting in among the serial killer rescue squad as Madeleine unleashes her own killers to slow down Walter from saving Dennis. Unfortunately, Walter's loss of memory is getting worse, and without his music, he's lost. Rennie is inconsolable as her side takes some losses and has one thing on her mind - revenge. It's a chaotic hall of horrors filled with blood as the action and conflict ramp up.  Practical thinking says not to root for the serial killers but even Vic feels sympathetic towards the oddball crew of murder...

    FRONTIERSMAN #1 Writer: Patrick Kindlon Artist: Marco Ferrari Letterer: Jim Campbell Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: September 22, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 PATIENCE! CONVICTION! REVENGE! team PATRICK KINDLON & MARCO FERRARI reunite for an all-new ONGOING SERIES at Image! Classic Green Arrow-style adventure blends with the thoughtfulness of Concrete in a superhero odyssey for mature, but uncynical, readers! Frontiersman is coaxed out of retirement by an environmentalist group, only to find that being a spokesperson makes him a target for old and new enemies alike! For the superhero reader looking for more. Score:  ★★★★☆ (4/5) 'Frontiersman' has a lot to say about activism and the environment. It wears its ideas, ideals, and opinions on its sleeve unapologetically and with fervor. The solicit says "Classic Green Arrow-style adventure blends with the thoughtfulness of Concrete in a superhero odyssey," and that's both accurate and ambitious. Writer Pat...

 Kaiju mayhem erupts this Christmas in MEGA Giant monsters, strange happenings, and immaculately constructed art -- Mega has it all as auteur Salvador Sanz takes on kaiju in a way no one has ever seen before.  Mega comes to stores this December in a stunning oversized premium edition from Red 5 Comics . Something is wrong with nature: birds are gathering in unusual ways; strange crystals are growing in the Arctic; alarm bells are ringing and no one is listening.  No one but a single little girl who dreams of monsters. What does it mean and will the world find out before the MEGA creatures destroy everything in their path? "ANGELA DELLA MORTE was one of the best series we launched in 2019 or even in all of the years I've been with Red 5 Comics," co-publisher Joshua Starnes said. "Salvador just has a different way of looking at things. When you combine that with giant monsters, you just know you're going to get something amazing.  MEGA delivers on every level....

Superstar Artist Showcases His Love of Comics In An Original Graphic Novel Available to Preorder Now, Created in Collaboration With Eliot Rahal, Ryan Cady, and More In Comic Shops and Book stores: Sep 29, 2021 Z2 Comics leads off the year with news of one of the publisher’s biggest collaborations yet, the first-ever graphic novel from musician and actor, Machine Gun Kelly. The young superstar brings his genuine love of comics to his first foray into four color fiction with the graphic novel tie-in to his 2019 album Hotel Diablo, which is available for preorder now ! Between Heaven and Hell lies a waystation for the soul--a place where your deeds in life are the keys to your eternity in the afterlife--at the Hotel Diablo. And it's Lidia Lopez's first night behind the front desk. Every guest has a story to tell and a lesson to learn...  Co-written by film and music superstar Machine Gun Kelly with Eliot Rahal (Archie Comics) and Ryan Cady (DC Comics). Art by Martin Morazzo ( I...