The folks from Avatar Press are headed to sunny Cali for the Long Beach Comic-Con, with special guest MAX BROOKS (writer of The Zombie Survival Guide, World War Z, and ZSG: Recorded Attacks). Details can be found on our LBCC Page.? If you’re in the area, please stop by and say hello!
October 15, 2010 ? Avatar Press proudly announces its release schedule for January 2011, featuring the latest collected volume of Warren Ellis? critically acclaimed web series, FREAKANGELS, as well as a new printing of Alan Moore?s essential guide to graphic storytelling, WRITING FOR COMICS, and the continuing releases of Avatar?s hardest-hitting horror titles.
Revelations abound in the new FREAKANGELS VOLUME 5 graphic novel when England?s twelve psychics reunite to reexamine their lives? and their deaths. Clearly, whatever they knew about their shared past is suspect, as under the watchful eye of their friend Alice, the twelve unravel the mind-blowing truth of how they flooded London and devastated the world. Previously published online (www.freakangels.com) and adored by over a million readers, this latest installment in the graphic novel series sees this story arc collected for the first time in print, the perfect addition to any dedicated Warren Ellis fan?s bookshelf.
FREAKANGELS VOLUME 5 is available in three different cover formats, each featuring unique artwork by fan-favorite series artist Paul Duffield!
? FREAKANGELS VOLUME 5 Trade Paperback (NOV100759, $19.99)
? FREAKANGELS VOLUME 5 Hardcover (NOV100760, $27.99)
? FREAKANGELS VOLUME 5 Limited Hardcover, Signed by Ellis & Duffield (NOV100761, $39.99)
Avatar?s best-selling book of all time sees print once again with January?s re-release of WRITING FOR COMICS, Alan Moore?s classic dissertation on the craft. Considered by many to be the greatest comic book writer of all time, Moore enlightens readers with his unique perspectives on storytelling in this dense, 48-page softcover. Originally serialized in 1985 after the publication of such legendary Moore yarns as Saga of the Swamp Thing and Superman Annual #11 (?For the Man Who Has Everything?), this collection includes a modern essay reflecting on how his approach to creating fiction has changed during the intervening years. A must-have for devoted fans and aspiring writers in any medium!
? ALAN MOORE?S WRITING FOR COMICS Softcover (New Printing) (NOV100751, $5.95)
Not quite ready to give up on its most successful year to date, Avatar Press continues two blood-curdling horror titles into the new year, including the final issue of George R. R. Martin?s classic vampire tale, FEVRE DREAM, and the penultimate chapter in the zombie epic NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD.
? In NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD #4, the simmering tension of a 1968 anti-war rally in the nation?s capital explodes, leading to a violent response by the National Guard? and an unexpected side effect only possible on this, the most terrifying night of human history. The government no longer needs to worry about the zombie hordes marching towards Washington, as the shocking street massacre creates an army of undead ghouls inside the city limits! Building to next month?s shocking conclusion, NOTLD #4 is written by Mike Wolfer (Lady Death, Gravel) and John Russo, the original co-writer of the classic horror film, with artwork by Tomas Aira.
o NIGHT O/T LIVING DEAD #4 (NOV100762, $3.99)
o NIGHT O/T LIVING DEAD #4 Gore Edition (NOV100763, $3.99)
o NIGHT O/T LIVING DEAD #4 Wraparound Edition (NOV100764, $3.99)
o NIGHT O/T LIVING DEAD #4 Classic Black-and-White Edition (NOV100765, Ask your retailer!)
? The final chapter to best-selling author George R. R. Martin?s vampire epic is finally told in FEVRE DREAM #10! This sordid tale of vampire clans, death and debauchery, and bloodlust along the Mississippi riverbanks comes to a close with a final confrontation between the pairing of Abner Marsh and Joshua York, and the vicious Damon Julian. Originally penned by the beloved author of A Song of Ice and Fire, FEVRE DREAM has been masterfully adapted for comics by Hugo-nominated author Daniel Abraham and illustrated by Rafa Lopez.
o FEVRE DREAM #10 (NOV100766, $3.99)
o FEVRE DREAM #10 Wraparound Edition (NOV100767, $3.99)
o FEVRE DREAM #10 Nightmare Edition (NOV100768, Ask your retailer!)
Finally, Avatar Press continues its tradition of offering retailers and fans nationwide the opportunity to acquire rare comic book variants of its most popular titles, many of which were only available previously at regional conventions. This month?s selection includes:
? ALAN MOORE NEONOMICON #1 (OF 4) CHICAGO CON ED (NOV100753, $3.99)
? ALAN MOORE NEONOMICON #4 (OF 4) AUXILIARY ED (NOV100754, $3.99)
? CAPTAIN SWING #2 (OF 4) CHICAGO CON ED (NOV100755, $3.99)
? CROSSED FAMILY VALUES #2 (OF 7) PHILLY CON ED (NOV100756, $5.99)
? CROSSED FAMILY VALUES #3 (OF 7) CHICAGO CON ED (NOV100758, $5.99)
? CROSSED FAMILY VALUES #6 (OF 7) AUXILIARY ED (NOV100757, $3.99)
? NIGHT O/T LIVING DEAD #1 (OF 5) AUXILIARY ED (NOV100752, $3.99)
Avatar Press is a leading independent company which publishes a wide variety of comic books and graphic novels by some of the most talented creators in the industry. Among their fine products are highly-regarded creator-owned titles such as Alan Moore?s NEONOMICON and THE COURTYARD, Warren Ellis? FREAKANGELS and BLACK SUMMER, and Garth Ennis? CROSSED and CHRONICLES OF WORMWOOD, as well as licensed comic projects such as George A. Romero?s NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. For more information about Avatar Press and their publications, please visit www.avatarpress.com.
The first look at our Volume 5 cover by Paul Duffield. More info on this and the rest of our January 2011 releases coming shortly.
AVATAR PRESS SIGNING TIMES
Booth #2109
Friday Oct 8
12:00 pm – 3 pm – signing – Jacen Burrows
12:00 pm – 2 pm – signing – Paul Duffield and Kate Brown
1:30 pm – 6 pm – signing – Brian Pulido, Mike Wolfer
2:00 pm – 7 pm – signing – Max Brooks
(only Max Brooks appearance at this convention!)
3:30 pm – 6 pm – signing – Paul Duffield and Kate Brown
4:30 pm – 7 pm – signing – Jacen Burrows
Saturday Oct 9
10:30 am- 12 pm ? signing – Mike Wolfer, Brian Pulido, Jacen Burrows
11:00 am- 2:00 pm – Signing – Paul Duffield and Kate Brown
1:00 pm- 5:00 pm – signing – Mike Wolfer, Brian Pulido, Jacen Burrows
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – William Christensen accepts submissions
3:00 pm- 6:00 pm – Signing – Paul Duffield and Kate Brown
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Christos Gage Signing
Sunday Oct 10
11:00 am ? 12:00pm Avatar Press and Bleeding Cool Panel. Room 1A21
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Signing – Mike Wolfer, Brian Pulido, Jacen Burrows, Paul Duffield, Kate Brown
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Christos Gage Signing
Out this week from Alan Moore and Jacen Burrows:
Paul Duffield, FreakAngels colorist Kate Brown, Jacen Burrows, Brian Pulido, Mike Wolfer, Rich Johnston, Max Brooks, William Christensen and more will be at the Avatar booth at NYCC next week. Details on our NYCC Page.
September 15, 2010 ? Avatar Press proudly announces its December line-up of comic book releases, including the season-celebrating release of the NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 and the much-anticipated new printing of Alan Moore?s critically-acclaimed psychological thriller, A SMALL KILLING.
Readers can expect more than just chestnuts roasting in the open fire with the early December release of NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1, a ?Featured Item? in Diamond Comics? Previews catalog! In this one-shot shocker, a large family celebrates the season while a raging snowstorm buries their remote mountain farmhouse with no way in, and no way out. However, a dark, despicable family secret hidden in the barn will not stay dead, leading to an orgy of bloodshed, murder, and cannibalism.
Writer/artist Mike Wolfer (Lady Death, Gravel), Avatar?s reigning maven of horror, warns that this year, it won?t be Santa Claus coming down that chimney! ?For me, there’s always been something extra-exciting about holiday-themed comics, so I’m really thrilled about this one, because, well, it’s NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. And not only do I get to continue my unbroken streak as the only Avatar writer to work on the franchise, I’m also drawing this one, too, so expect it to be extraordinarily gory and even a bit sexy… My specialties!?
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 is available in a wide selection of terrifying covers by Mike Wolfer, Raulo Caceres, and Matt Martin!
? NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 Regular Edition (OCT100815, $3.99)
? NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 Gore Edition (OCT100816, $3.99)
? NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 Wraparound Edition (OCT100817, $3.99)
? NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 Classic B&W Edition (OCT100818, Ask Your Retailer!)
Comic fans hungry for an additional dose of Alan Moore horror after Neonomicon can look no further than the return-to-print of A SMALL KILLING, a softcover, oversized Graphic Novel with lush, full-color paintings by artist Oscar Zarate. With completely re-mastered artwork and lettering to insure a lasting future, the Eisner Award winner tells the tale of Timothy Hole, a successful adman who has been handed the biggest assignment of his life: marketing a major cola in Russia. But his smooth life unravels as he is stalked by a demonic child that makes him question not just who he is, but how he really affects those around him. This beautiful graphic novel includes commentary by both Moore and Zarate on their creative collaboration.
? A SMALL KILLING Graphic Novel (New Printing) (OCT100804, $16.95)
In the spirit of giving, Avatar Press delivers more horror in December with new spine-tingling chapters to their continuing comic book series, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, CHRONICLES OF WORMWOOD: THE LAST BATTLE, and FEVRE DREAM.
? This month, zombie horror just can?t be confined to holiday specials, as NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD #3 harkens us back to that fateful, bloody evening in the summer of 1968! The undead descend on Washington in the midst of a massive anti-war rally at the National Mall. While homeland troops attempt to contain the simmering anger of protestors, the zombie hordes unleash the most horrific bloodbath ever seen on American soil! Written by Mike Wolfer (Lady Death, Gravel) and John Russo, the original co-writer of the classic horror film, with artwork by newcomer Tomas Aira, this third fear-fraught issue is available in Regular, Wraparound, Gore, and Classic Black-and-White editions!
? Live from New York, it?s Hell on Earth! In CHRONICLES OF WORMWOOD: THE LAST BATTLE #6, the recently-departed Pope Jacko has returned to the mortal world, intent on turning the Big Apple into a demon-infested pit. Reluctant antichrist Danny Wormwood is in way over his head with domestic disasters and the literal Armageddon. Will his best pal, the foretold savior named Jay, rise to the challenge and help? Written by comics superstar Garth Ennis (Crossed, Preacher) and illustrated by Oscar Jimenez (Gravel), and available in Regular, Wraparound, and Anti-Christ editions!
? FEVRE DREAM #9 presents the penultimate chapter to the vampire epic by New York Times best-selling author George R.R. Martin (A Song of Ice and Fire)! In this chapter, Abner Marsh?s hunt for the Fevre Dream ? the fastest riverboat on the Mississippi ? sees him captured at the hands of Sour Billy. With his only ally York trapped under the control of the evil blood-master Julian, will Abner be able to escape on his own? Available in Regular, Wraparound, and Nightmare editions!
Finally, Avatar Press continues its tradition of offering retailers and fans nationwide the opportunity to acquire rare comic book variants of its most popular titles, many of which were only available previously at regional conventions. This month?s gorgeous selection includes:
? CROSSED FAMILY VALUES #2 San Diego Comic-Con Edition
? CROSSED FAMILY VALUES #5 Auxiliary Edition
? NEONOMICON #1 San Diego Comic-Con Edition
? NEONOMICON #3 Auxiliary Edition
? NEONOMICON HORNBOOK Artifact Edition
? SUPERGOD #5 Convention Edition
? CAPTAIN SWING #1-4 Bag Set
Avatar Press is a leading independent company which publishes a wide variety of comic books and graphic novels by some of the most talented creators in the industry. Among their fine products are highly-regarded creator-owned titles such as Alan Moore?s NEONOMICON and THE COURTYARD, Warren Ellis? FREAKANGELS and BLACK SUMMER, and Garth Ennis? CROSSED and CHRONICLES OF WORMWOOD, as well as licensed comic projects such as George A. Romero?s NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. For more information about Avatar Press and their publications, please visit www.avatarpress.com.
Avatar returns to NY next month with an army of special guests including Mike Wolfer, Jacen Burrows, William Christensen, Brian Pulido, David Marks, Max Brooks, Rich Johnston, Paul Duffield, Kate Brown. Check out details and our exclusive VIP ticket package for the show on our NYCC page, and for those who can’t make it, you can pick up some of the NYCC exclusives in the store.
Crossed, Chronicles of Wormwood, Neonomicon, Alan Moore’s A Small Killing back in print, and much more coming in December.
Check out complete December 2010 graphics and info from Avatar and Boundless in the store, and be sure to let your retailer know what you’re going to want.
The Avatar Press comics and other items listed below are available in comic shops this week, according to our distributor. Most retailers in the U.S. display new shipments for the week beginning on Wednesday. Please ask your local stores about these items.
