“Ava’s Demon is a gripping and exciting story, halfway between fantasy and science fiction, with a unique narrative, complex characters and a really stunning, breathtaking art and color palette.”  - Míriam Bonastre Tur (Hooky)  Today Skybound Comet unveiled a thrilling preview of Ava's Demon Book One: Reborn , acclaimed author Michelle Fus’ first book in a new series of graphic novels collecting their groundbreaking YA webcomic now available for the first time in the book market.   The upcoming original graphic novel is an exciting release for Skybound Comet, a new original graphic novel imprint aimed at Young Adult (Ages 12+) and Middle Grade (Ages 8-12) audiences, but sure to captivate readers of all ages.   In Ava’s Demon Book One: Reborn , a young, shy girl named Ava discovers that the demon who haunts her is actually the spirit of an ancient alien queen named Wrathia. The two form a powerful pact—in exchange for a better life, Ava must help W...

Some very cool Kickstarter campaigns are about to launch and one I'm particularly excited about is the one for Giant Days. A genuinely funny coming-of-age story about a group of girls in college. Charmingly drawn and endlessly entertaining, 'Giant Days' is an all-time must-buy and now you have a chance at the complete volume.  The Complete Giant Days Library (for Libraries…and You!) by John Allison – launching 9/27 Twitter: @boomstudios; @badmachinery Seven deluxe volumes collecting every page of John Allison's Eisner Award-winning comic series (with free copies for libraries, too)! GIANT DAYS loves libraries — and the feeling is mutual! From humble beginnings as a self-published webcomic to its final form as an Eisner Award-winning comic book series spanning more than 50 issues with a devoted legion of readers around the globe, GIANT DAYS cut a distinct and highly unlikely path to becoming one of the most beloved and critically adored comic series of the 21st centu...

  JUSTICE WARRIORS #4 Writer: Matt Bors Artist: Ben Clarkson Publisher: Ahoy Comics Release Date: September 21, 2022 Cover Price: $4.99 Continuing the smash-hit miniseries co-created by Pulitzer nominee Matt Bors! The Prince of Bubble City, feeling unpopular, orders helicopters to drop pallets of cash on the impoverished Uninhabited Zone, stirring its denizens into chaos. That, and the onslaught of the revolutionary Libra Gang, add up to another lousy shift for UZ cops Swamp and Schitt.   Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) QUICK REVIEW: 'Justice Warriors'  grows darker by the issue which makes sense as the violence and conflict between the police and the Libra Gang escalate. There's still plenty of dark satirical humor to be found as the mercurial mayor throws literal money at a societal problem instead of attacking the systemic root cause, a ridiculous proliferation of "hella copters," and astrological sign discrimination. What makes 'Justice Warriors' weirdly special...

  September 21, 2022, saw the premiere of Scout Comics’ issue #1 of Azza the Barbed , a new fantasy epic written by Pat Shand with artwork by Rio Burton and lettering by Jim Campbell, or at some of the lettering.  The issue was printed in error with the second half of the book missing all of Jim’s work.  This was not a new avant-garde approach to storytelling contributed by the creative team, it was a mistake on the publishing side.  A new printing of Azza the Barbed #1 is already in production and will be released simultaneously with the second issue of the fantasy adventure series.  Retailers are being asked to destroy the existing copies, but collectors may still be able to find some copies in stores. The series tells the story of Azza who was born into a family that, for generations, served in the Obsidian Guard, a military unit of holy warriors. During Azza's Coronation, a magical ceremony that would imbue her with a holy glowing power, something went w...

  FANTASTIC FOUR #47 Event\Storyline: A.X.E. Writer: David Pepose Artist: Juann Cabal, Jesus Aburtov Letterer: VC's Joe Caramagna Publisher: Marvel Comics Release Date: September 21, 2022 Cover Price: $3.99 A.X.E.: JUDGMENT DAY TIE-IN! The Taking of Baxter 1-2-3-4 begins now! With judgment looming over the Marvel Universe, Reed Richards has locked himself in his Think Tank in search of answers. But with the fate of humanity on the line, what happens when OUBLIETTE MIDAS sets her sights on the Baxter Building? As the Fantastic Four falls before the Exterminatrix's death traps, only one hero remains standing - but if you thought Oubliette was dangerous, it's nothing compared to what the Invisible Woman is capable of. Get ready for Die Hard in the Baxter Building, as we've only got one thing left to say: Yippie-ki-yay, Marvel Universe. RATED T  Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) QUICK REVIEW: David Pepose promised "Die Hard in the Baxter Building" and he delivered. While ther...

  VANISH #1 Writer: Donny Cates Artist: Ryan Stegman, JP Mayer, Sonia Oback Letters & Design: John J. Hill Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: September 21, 2022 Cover Price: $3.99 From DONNY CATES (GOD COUNTRY, Hulk, Thor), RYAN STEGMAN (VENOM, King in Black), JP MAYER (Absolute Carnage, Fantastic Four), SONIA OBACK (Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows, Han Solo), and JOHN J. HILL (CROSSOVER, Harley Quinn), the all-star creative team that brought you VENOM, comes an all-new take on the classic hero's quest! Oliver Harrison was a mythical hero who slayed the greatest threat to his realm before even hitting puberty. But that was then. As an adult, Oliver leads an average cookie-cutter suburban life aside from the fact that he's mentally unstable, massively paranoid, smokes like a chimney, and gets blackout drunk every night to hide from his horrific nightmares. Will the arrival of a superhero team called the Prestige prove the madness isn't all in Oliver's head?...

  Today Skybound revealed a captivating set of all-new The Walking Dead Deluxe connecting variant covers from first-class artist Tula Lotay ( All-Star Batman, Barnstormers ). Kicking off the next arc of the landmark series, Lotay’s connecting covers showcase iconic characters Rick, Carl, Lori, Michonne, Glenn, and Andrea as never seen before.   These all-new covers will appear as variants to The Walking Dead Deluxe #49-54, with each issue presenting the series in full-color format for the first time from creator Robert Kirkman, with art by Charlie Adlard and colors by Dave McCaig. Fans will also receive a new look at the worldwide pop culture phenomenon with exclusive “Cutting Room Floor” commentary, revelations, pinups, and more from Kirkman celebrating the secret history of the series.  "After following up recent cover runs from Mike Del Mundo, Stephen Platt & Dave McCaig, and Paolo Rivera, we’re so excited that Tula Lotay is our next artist illustrating a...