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COMMANDER RAO Launches In November From Scout Comics!

8/31/2021

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LOGLINE:

On the final dawn of an exhausted war, a rogue commander sets out on a warpath to confront a tyrannical baron.

CREATORS:

Story/Art: Fell Hound
Lettering/Logo: LetterSquids

SYNOPSIS:

Set in a sci-fi future after a decade of warfare against the despot Baron Klaus, a rogue embittered soldier decides to storm the Baron’s manor and kill him herself. A year later, stories are sung of her heroism, but the mystery of her motives remains. Thus begins the tale of COMMANDER RAO, a thrilling, fast-paced action comic of how violence begets violence, and how all the heroics of warfare are meaningless in the light of what has been lost.

QUOTE FROM FELL HOUND & OTHERS
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“I never thought what began as an exercise to practice fight scenes would end up being my first published one-shot! With Commander Rao, I wanted to make something bombastic yet personal, a comic that would have you on the edge of your seat but leave you clutching your heart in the end. I hope readers will enjoy the fruits of those efforts. Being a fan of many Scout titles and creators over the past few years, it's all too exciting to have Commander Rao be a part of that roster! Thank you for believing in my comic.” - Fell Hound



"A singular vision that grabs you by the collar and demands your attention to the last page" - Comic Book Yeti

"Unbelievably Gorgeous" - Pipedream Comics

"Gripped my heart in a way many comics had never done before" - AP2HYC 

"A must read for fans of action comics" - Sequential Magazine 



AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Earlier in the year Commander Rao won the Sequential Magazine Award (canadian indie comics award) for "Best Comic Book" and Fell Hound also won runner up for "Best Cartoonist".  


https://sequentialpulp.ca/2021/03/15/sequential-magazine-awards-2020-winners-announcement/

It was also featured last year on A Place to Hang Your Cape's "Favorite Indie Comics of 2020" list. 

https://ap2hyc.com/2020/12/quarantine-social-dose-of-politics-lessons-in-history-and-more-quarantine-ap2hycs-favorite-indie-comics-of-2020/
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(W) Fell Hound, Jeremy Simser (A) Jeremy Simser (A/CA) Fell Hound

On the final dawn of an exhausted war, a rogue commander sets out on a warpath to confront a tyrannical baron. A year later, stories are sung of her heroism, but the mystery of her motives remains.
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Your First Look at GOOD LUCK #4 From BOOM! Studios

8/31/2021

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 Discover the Brand New SciFi Series from Acclaimed Matthew Erman
& Stefano Simeone in September 2021




LOS ANGELES, CA (August 31, 2021) –  BOOM! Studios revealed a first look at GOOD LUCK #4, the next issue in the bold new five-issue original series from acclaimed writer Matthew Erman (Witchblood, Power Rangers: Sins of the Future), artist Stefano Simeone (Mega Man: Fully Charged), and letterer Mike Fiorentino about defying fate by fighting against impossible odds, available in September 2021.

Reeling from their recent discovery that Joseph is more than what he seems, The Unfortunates must focus on their mission, but in order to have any chance to save the world, they must get to the Core. Meanwhile, the Secretary of Luck and his cronies have invaded the Kismet Zone after our team’s disappearance, and may ruin everything. And… what do Ursa and Cassiopeia have to do with the final mission of the Core?  

GOOD LUCK #4 features main cover art by artist Jorge Corona (Wynd) and variant covers by illustrators Gerald Parel (Star Wars) and Jonboy Meyers (Spawn).

GOOD LUCK is the newest release from BOOM! Studios’ eponymous imprint, home to critically acclaimed original series, including BRZRKR by Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, and Ron Garney; Proctor Valley Road from Grant Morrison, Alex Child, and Naomi Franquiz; We Only Find Them When They’re Dead by Al Ewing and Simone Di Meo; Seven Secrets by Tom Taylor and Daniele Di Nicuolo; Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera; Once & Future by Kieron Gillen and Dan Mora; Abbott by Saladin Ahmed and Sami Kivelä; The Many Deaths of Laila Starr by Ram V and Filipe Andrade; and Eve by Victor LaValle and Jo Mi-Gyeong. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties, including Dune: House Atreides from Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Dev Pramanik; Mighty Morphin and Power Rangers from Ryan Parrott, Marco Renna, and Francesco Mortarino; and Magic from Jed McKay and Ig Guara.


Print copies of GOOD LUCK #4 will be available for sale on September 22, 2021 exclusively at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one) or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle. 

For continuing news on GOOD LUCK and more from BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to www.boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter. 
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ABOUT BOOM! STUDIOS
BOOM! Studios was founded by Ross Richie in 2005 with the singular focus of creating world-class comic book and graphic novel storytelling for all audiences. Through the development of four distinct imprints—BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia—BOOM! has produced award-winning original work, including Lumberjanes, The Woods, Giant Days, Klaus, and Mouse Guard, while also breaking new ground with established licenses such as WWE, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Cartoon Network, and The Jim Henson Company properties. BOOM! Studios will also bring their original series to life through a first-look relationship with Netflix. Please visit www.boom-studios.com for more information. 
 
Web: www.boom-studios.com
Twitter: @boomstudios
Facebook: @BOOMStudiosComics
Instagram: @boom_studios
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TITAN PUBLISHING TO PUBLISH COMPANION BOOKS AND COMIC BOOKSTO COWBOY BEBOP

8/27/2021

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London, August 2021
 
Titan Publishing is delighted to announce a new collaboration with Netflix to publish the official fiction, non-fiction & comics for the eagerly anticipated upcoming series, Cowboy Bebop, set to premier on Netflix on November 19 2021. A prequel novel to be published in November 2021 will be followed by a beautiful coffee table art book detailing the making of the series in Spring 2022.  These will also be accompanied by an original comic book series featuring the characters from the show, which will debut in December 2021. 
 
Based on the worldwide phenomenon from Sunrise Inc., COWBOY BEBOP is an action-packed space Western about three bounty hunters, aka “cowboys,” all trying to outrun the past. As different as they are deadly, Spike Spiegel (John Cho), Jet Black (Mustafa Shakir), and Faye Valentine (Daniella Pineda) form a scrappy, snarky crew ready to hunt down the solar system’s most dangerous criminals — for the right price. But they can only kick and quip their way out of so many scuffles before their pasts finally catch up with them.
 
With an exclusive adventure leading into the events of the series, COWBOY BEBOP: A SYNDICATE STORY: RED PLANET REQUIEM is written by Sean Cummings, a staff writer on the series. Explore the rich history of Cowboy Bebop through the eyes of a young Spike Spiegel and Vicious. 
 
COWBOY BEBOP: MAKING THE NETFLIX SERIES captures the epic journey behind the scenes of Netflix’s live-action Cowboy Bebop adaptation! Featuring an exclusive foreword by showrunner André Nemec, this official companion is packed full of beautiful concept art and revealing behind-the-scenes photography, as the cast and crew tell the story of how one of the most influential anime series of all time was translated over to live action in this much-anticipated series produced by Netflix and Tomorrow Studios (Snowpiercer).
 
COWBOY BEBOP: THE COMIC SERIES will introduce fans of the series to a never-before-seen comic story. Set in the year 2171, the bounty hunter crew of the spaceship Bebop chase an ex-gang member who holds a vest which gives the wearer unlimited luck. This new series will be penned by DC comics veteran Dan Watters (Lucifer, Home Sick Pilots) with art by Lamar Mathurin and will debut with a range of fantastic covers including cover art by comics legend Stanley ‘Artgerm’ Lau. #1 of this four-issue story will arrive in stores December 2021 with a collected trade paperback coming May 2022. 
 
About Titan Publishing:
Titan Publishing Group is a leading world publisher of Film, TV and Gaming fiction and non-fiction, and original fiction, comics & graphic novels. Titan’s acclaimed media publishing programme includes a wide range of some of today’s most exciting franchises and classic properties, including books covering the worlds of DC Universe (Batman vs Superman, Wonder Woman and the Justice League), Star Trek, Mad Max, Alien, and many more.
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COWBOY BEBOP: A SYNDICATE STORY: RED PLANET REQUIEM  by Sean Cummings
9781789097757 | November 23 2021 | Paperback | £8.99/$15.95 | 320pp
 
COWBOY BEBOP: MAKING THE NETFLIX SERIES  by Jeff Bond
9781789097764 | January 11 2022 | Hardback | £29.99/$39.95 | 176pp
 
COWBOY BEBOP #1 On Sale December 2022
Available to order from your local comic shop, UK & Europe from Forbidden Planet and digital.
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NOCTERRA #6 STORY ARC ENDING RAISES STAKES, SELLS OUT AT DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL

8/26/2021

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PORTLAND, Ore. 08/26/2021 — Scott Snyder and Tony S. Daniel’s Nocterra #6 is sold out completely at the distributor level. The bestselling series is being rushed back to print by Image Comics in order to keep up with increasing demand for the exciting, story arc conclusion.


You’ve seen the calm…now it’s time for the storm. In Nocterra #6, having unearthed a shocking revelation, Val must prepare for battle before she loses the paradise that she’s risked so much to find.

Nocterra #6, second printing (Diamond Code JUL218738) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 22.

Nocterra is also available for purchase across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play.

Select praise for Nocterra:

“An amazing example of what top-tier creative talent can do.” --ScreenRant

“A great post-apocalyptic hook, the art is gorgeous.”--SYFY WIRE

“A full throttle, Mad Max-type adventure.”--Forbes

“A thrilling debut issue that stands as one of the most confidently assured openings from Image in recent memory, blending horror with high-octane action of post-apocalyptic proportions." --Comic Book Resources

“A story for our times, but inspired by Scott Snyder's childhood fears.” --Newsarama

“Scott Snyder and Tony S. Daniel are creators whose names are synonymous with quality in comics.”--Freak Sugar

“My favorite thing Scott Snyder's done since Wytches...and I legitimately think this might be Tony Daniel's best work to date.” --James Tynion IV

“An apocalyptic monster hunt you won't want to miss!” --Marguerite Bennett

"A big-budget shadowy apocalypse... Go see.” --Kieron Gillen

"It's as good as you have heard. It's actually better. Everyone else is driving a Kia Sportage and this is a Porsche. You will enjoy it!” --Gail Simone

ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has six individuals on the Board of Directors: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino, and Eric Stephenson. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline Comics, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
 www.imagecomics.com.
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GEIGER 80-PAGE GIANT #1 EXPANDS UNIVERSE, TEASES UPCOMING SERIES JUNKYARD JOE BY GEOFF JOHNS & GARY FRANK

8/26/2021

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PORTLAND, Ore. 08/26/2021 — Mad Ghost Productions presents the monstrous Geiger 80-Page Giant #1--which will include exciting stories from the Geiger universe by series creators Geoff Johns and Gary Frank alongside such guest talents as Bryan Hitch, Jay Faerber, Sterling Gates, Janet Harvey, Leon Hendrix III, Peter J. Tomasi, Pornsak Pichetshote, Staz Johnson, Joe Prado, Paul Pelletier, Sean Galloway, Peter Snejbjerg, Kelley Jones, and Megan Levens. This exciting new chapter will showcase tales of Geiger’s allies and enemies and arrive from Image Comics this November.

"A really cool bonus to working on the original Geiger series was getting to see the interpretations of some of our favourite artists on the variant covers," said Frank. "Now we get the thrill of seeing other artists AND writers bringing these characters to life in new and wonderful ways!"

Johns added: “The greatest thing about comic books are the friends you get to work with and this book is full of them.”
First, in an extra-sized lead story, Geoff Johns and Bryan Hitch introduce the mysterious man known as Redcoat and reveal his bizarre ties to the American Revolution, the Unknown War, and Geiger himself.

Then, discover the secrets of the Warlords of Las Vegas—Bonnie Borden! Goldbeard! Mr. Karloff! And more!—in a series of tales written and drawn by some of the greatest writers and artists today.

Plus, readers will learn the special origin of Geiger’s favorite two-headed dog, Barney, and get a sneak peek at Johns and Frank’s new upcoming series: Junkyard Joe.
Geiger 80-Page Giant #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, November 24:
  • Cover A Frank - Diamond Code SEP210071 
  • Cover B Hitch - Diamond Code SEP210072
  • Cover C Pelletier - Diamond Code SEP210073  
  • Cover D Levens - Diamond Code SEP210074    
  • Cover E Blank cover - Diamond Code SEP210075
Geiger 80-Page Giant #1 will also be available for purchase across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play.

ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has six individuals on the Board of Directors: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino, and Eric Stephenson. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline Comics, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
 www.imagecomics.com.
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Star Runner: Fallen Star Limited Series Offered through Diamond Comics

8/26/2021

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Atlantis Studios announced today that the official print versions of its science fiction epic Star Runner Chronicles: Fallen Star will be available to pre-order through September PREVIEWS, the direct market catalog of Diamond Comic Distributors, one of the world's largest distributors of comics, graphic novels, and collectibles.
This three-issue limited series follows the adventures of Aurora Palmer, a rebellious teen girl with a mysterious past and unpredictable powers who would do anything not to stand out. When a sudden flare-up of her long-hidden powers exposes her, she is forced to uncover the strange truth behind her origins before it is destroyed forever!
Created by screenwriter James Watson, Star Runner Chronicles: Fallen Star has earned praise from fans who've read the series on-line. This limited series will add exclusive new content, including 20 pages of additional story, concept art, and series background just for the collector.

Each issue can be pre-ordered today at the link below:
Star Runner: Fallen Star #1: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/SEP211252
Star Runner: Fallen Star #2: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/SEP211253
Star Runner: Fallen Star #3: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/SEP211254

Fallen Star is the opening volume of an ambitious multi-volume series scheduled for release digitally and in print over the next two years. "There's a lot more coming for Aurora as she learns the truth of her complex destiny." said series creator James Watson, "Fallen Star lays the groundwork for everything to come!"
Check out order page for the series in September Previews.  


About Atlantis Studios
Atlantis Studios is a Virginia-based sequential arts studio specializing in comics and graphic novels for science fiction, fantasy, and action-adventure licensed properties. Since its creation in 1997, Atlantis Studios has created, published, or produced over 200 published works, many of them developed exclusively for clients in the film and television industry.
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About Diamond Comics
Diamond Comic Distributors is one of the world's largest comic book distributors serving retailers in North America and worldwide. They distribute comics a
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TITAN COMICS ANNOUNCES STAR TREK (TM) EXPLORER THE ALL-NEW OFFICIAL MAGAZINE

8/25/2021

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AUGUST 25, 2021 - Titan Publishing is thrilled to announce the Official Star Trek Magazine is now STAR TREK EXPLORER - THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE. Issue #1 hits stores on November 2, 2021.
 
EXPLORER is the no. #1 destination for everything Star Trek – filled with in-depth interviews and features taking you behind-the-scenes of all your favorite shows and movies.
 
The new-look EXPLORER magazine also includes two brand-new exclusive Star Trek short stories, and a bonus 16-page themed supplement bound inside each issue.  The hotly anticipated premier issue features a definitive guide to Captain Kirk!
 
“The Star Trek brand is so exciting right now with new shows and storylines,” exclaimed Editor Nick Jones. “We wanted to match this excitement with a new, fresh-look magazine that will thrill long-time and new readers alike. We will be exploring the entire Star Trek Universe in a cool, fun way.  I can’t wait to share with our readers!”
 
Subscribers of STAR TREK EXPLORER - THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE will also receive an exclusive digital magazine, direct to their inbox with every quarterly issue. Each digital magazine will feature bonus short stories, printables, activities and much more!
 
STAR TREK EXPLORER - THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #1 is on sale at all good magazine retailers and comic stores beginning November 2, 2021. Subscribe and save 25% 
HERE.
 
TM & © 2021 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and all related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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JOHN LEGUIZAMO TEAMS UP WITH TODD MCFARLANE TO LAUNCH THE NEW SUPERHERO COMIC PHENOMX

8/25/2021

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On sale November 2021

PORTLAND, Ore. 08/25/2021 — The highly anticipated creation, PhenomX is heading to comic shops this November from acclaimed actor, John Leguizamo. The first issue is an extra-length comic featuring cover art by Spawn creator Todd McFarlane.

McFarlane and Leguizamo first met on the set of the 1997 Spawn movie, where Leguizamo delivered a memorable performance as Spawn’s arch-enemy, The Clown. In 2018, the two creators re-connected at New York Comic Con and made the decision to put their heads together.

PhenomX centers around the character, Max Gomez, who was wrongfully imprisoned and is desperate to regain his freedom. Max agrees to become a subject in an underground government experiment.

When the trial gives him phenomenal shape-shifting abilities, Gomez learns his new “freedom” requires surviving a superpowered war fought on the streets of NYC.

Fans have been anticipating Leguizamo’s Latin superhero since a crowdfunding campaign was announced in 2019 for his creator-owned project PhenomX. The all-Latino creative team launching Leguizamo’s new hero includes artist Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez—author of the comic series La Boriqueña--as well as cover art by Jim Muñiz, José Marzán, Jr., and Juan Fernández.
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“In today’s world, it’s incredibly important to support Latin artists,” said Leguizamo. “There is a lack of Latin representation in Hollywood, and it’s important to showcase Latin superheroes.”

“John has been a multitalented artist for such a long time it was exciting to hear that he wanted to bring some of those talents into our comic industry and to help give a voice to a certain segment of society,” said McFarlane. “John is well regarded in the Latino entertainment world and we are both hoping that his character not only makes an impact here but across the globe, regardless of your background. Cool comic books should have a place everywhere.”

PhenomX #1 will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms, including Amazon, Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, November 3 (SRP $6.99):
  • PhenomX #1 Cover A by Muñiz - Diamond Code SEP210031
  • PhenomX #1 Cover B by McFarlane - Diamond Code SEP210032​

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ABOUT JOHN LEGUIZAMO
John Leguizamo is an actor, director, producer, playwright, screenwriter, author & comedian. He rose to fame with a co-starring role in Super Mario Bros. (1993) as Luigi. He notably appeared in the films To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar for which he was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor. He has also appeared in Spawn, Moulin Rouge!,  Summer of Sam, Chef, John Wick, John Wick: Chapter 2, The Happening, and Romeo + Juliet. He has provided voice-work for Sid the Sloth in the animated commercially successful, hit film Ice Age film series (2002–2016). He had a recurring role on ER and was a series regular on The Kill Point. He is also known for his role as Ozzy Delvecchio on Bloodline. He has appeared in over 75 films, produced over 10 films, directed 1 & has starred on Broadway in several productions (winning several awards, including a Tony Award). He has been nominated for four Primetime Emmy Awards, winning one in 1999 for his performance in Freak.


ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has six individuals on the Board of Directors: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino, and Eric Stephenson. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline Comics, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit
 www.imagecomics.com.
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Albatross Funnybooks Rushes Eric Powell and Harold Schechter’s “DID YOU HEAR WHAT EDDIE GEIN DONE?” Back to Press

8/24/2021

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The Acclaimed Graphic Novel is Going Back to Press, Ahead of Its Bookstore Release


(August 24, 2021) Albatross Funnybooks is going back to press for a second printing of Eric Powell and Harold Schechter’s “DID YOU HEAR WHAT EDDIE GEIN DONE?” ahead of the acclaimed graphic novel’s release in bookstores on August 24th, 2021. The original graphic novel is co-written by Schechter—the author of true crime classics including Deviant and The Serial Killer Files—and Powell—the legendary creator of The Goon and Hillbilly, who illustrates the 200-page book. 

Painstakingly researched and illustrated, Schechter and Powell’s true-crime graphic novel presents Gein’s infamous story like never before. The book delves into the twisted history of Ed Gein, his family, and the notorious violence that inspired Psycho, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and The Silence of the Lambs. 

Ambitious and thoroughly researched, the book has received widespread attention: 

“Eric Powell and Harold Schechter aim to cut through the myths and reveal the true history of a true American villain.”―IGN

“As extensively researched as the Alan Moore/Eddie Campbell Jack the Ripper graphic novel From Hell, ”Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?” is a masterpiece of the form, standing as the best possible dramatization of Ed Gein’s tale in any medium.”―BLOODY DISGUSTING

“Incredibly horrific.”―COMICS BEAT

“A brand new, and one of a kind perspective on one of the most notoriously deranged murderers in American history.”―SCREENRANT

“Eric Powell and Harold Schechter team up to tell the true story of Ed Gein in a unique format for true crime. I can’t wait!”―John Carpenter (Director of Halloween, The Thing)

“Painstakingly researched.”―HORROR DNA 

"Nightmarish."―PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

“A requisite addition to any true crime fan’s library.”―COMICON.COM

“To say I’m excited about this one would be one of the great understatements of the 21st century.”―Mike Mignola (Creator of Hellboy)

“This is a new true crime comics essential.”―SYFY WIRE
DID YOU HEAR WHAT EDDIE GEIN DONE? is available now in comic shops and will be in bookstores on August 24th, 2021. The second printing will be released in late September. For more updates on Albatross Funnybooks and DID YOU HEAR WHAT EDDIE GEIN DONE?, follow the company on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram. 


Harold Schechter
 is an American true-crime writer who specializes in serial killers. Twice nominated for the Edgar Award, he is the author of the nonfiction books Fatal, Fiend, Bestial, Deviant, Deranged, Depraved, The Serial Killer Files, The Mad Sculptor, and Man-Eater; the Amazon Charts and Washington Post bestseller Hell’s Princess: The Mystery of Belle Gunness, Butcher of Men; the Amazon Original Stories collection Bloodlands; and Ripped from the Headlines. Schechter received his PhD in American literature from the State University of New York in Buffalo. A professor emeritus at Queens College, he is married to the poet Kimiko Hahn. For more information, visit www.haroldschechter.com.

Eric Powell 
is a comics publisher, writer and artist who has contributed work on such comics titles as 
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Hellboy: Weird Tales, Star Wars: Tales, The Incredible Hulk, Black Panther, The Avengers, The Hood, MAD magazine, Devil Dinosaur, Swamp Thing, She-Hulk, The Simpsons, Arkham Asylum: Living Hell, Action Comics, and Creepy. But he is mostly recognized for his critically acclaimed dark comedy series The Goon. 

Awards:
​ International Horror Guild: 2004 Best Illustrated Narrative, Will Eisner Comic Industry Award: 2004 Best Single Issue (The Goon #1), Will Eisner Comic Industry Award: 2005 Best Humor Publication, Will Eisner Comic Industry Award: 2005 Best Continuing Series, Will Eisner Comic Industry Award: 2008 Best Writer/Artist—Humor, Will Eisner Comic Industry Award: 2008 Best Painter or Multimedia Artist.

About Albatross Exploding Funnybooks: 
Launched in 2002, Albatross Exploding Funnybooks has always been a labor of love for award-winning, Nashville-based cartoonist Eric Powell. The label began as a means to publish Powell’s creator-owned series THE GOON, which mainstream publishers had deemed “too different.” Although THE GOON later found a home and wider audience with Dark Horse Comics, Powell continued to publish, celebrate, and cultivate creator-owned titles through Albatross Exploding Funnybooks, including his all-ages comic CHIMICHANGA and Rebecca Sugar’s PUG DAVIS. In 2016 Powell shifted sole focus to his publishing company and has since published such titles as HILLBILLY, GRUMBLE, BRENDON SMALL’S GALAKTIKON, MEGAGHOST and TANK GIRL. 
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BOTH ORDINARY GODS ISSUES #1 & #2 SELL OUT AT DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AHEAD OF EXCITING ISSUE #3 RELEASE

8/24/2021

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PORTLAND, Ore. 08/24/2021 — Kyle Higgins and Felipe Watanabe’s breakout hit--Ordinary Gods—has sold out completely at the distributor level. Image Comics will fast-track both issues #1 and #2 for reprint in order to keep up with increasing demand for the series ahead of the exciting Ordinary Gods #3 release this September.


The Ordinary Gods #1 and #2 reprints will feature new cover art by Watanabe and Igor Monti.

"Ordinary Gods is a series that I've been working on and dreaming about for ten years—it's incredibly exciting to both Felipe and me for readers to finally see what we've been building," said Higgins. "Issue one was a shock to the system, issue two was the start of a recalibration. Now, issue three, is entering a bold new world. Christopher's journey, purpose, and the beings determined to kill him, are all building to an epic showdown at the end of the world."

In Ordinary Gods, readers meet Christopher. He’s 22. He's got two loving parents and a 12-year-old sister. He works at a paint store. He's in therapy. And, as it happens, he’s the reincarnation of one of the Five gods from a realm beyond our own, leaders in the “War of Immortals.” Now, in order to save everyone he cares about, Christopher will have to reconnect with his past lives and do the unthinkable: become a god again.

Watanabe added: "I was given this gift some time ago from Kyle and to help him tell this story has been pretty amazing. Now, with Joe joining us and being our great partner, it's been even more exciting to build this story six-handed. I can't wait for people to see what we're up to from issue three on."

In Ordinary Gods #3, the series welcomes a new member to the creative team—Joe Clark—to join Higgins as a co-writer. Clark is a multiple award winning music composer and arranger whose compositions and arrangements have been performed by the likes of Yo-Yo Ma, Randy Brecker, Jon Faddis, Kurt Elling, Phil Woods, Ira Sullivan, the Minnesota Orchestra, players from the Chicago Symphony, Louisiana Philharmonic, and more worldwide. His arrangements can also be heard on many albums, including Kanye West and Malik Yusef's "G.O.O.D. Morning G.O.O.D. Night.” He will join Higgins and Watanabe as a permanent co-writer on the series going forward. 

Ordinary Gods #1, second printing (Diamond Code JUL218467) and Ordinary Gods #2, second printing (Diamond Code JUL218466) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 22.

Ordinary Gods #3 (Diamond Code JUL210255) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 8. 

Ordinary Gods #4 (Diamond Code AUG210253) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, October 13.

Ordinary Gods is also available for purchase across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play.

ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
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