Leviathan Volume 1
BY SHIRO KUROI
In the depths of space, a group of students is pitted against each other in a brutal battle for survival—a gripping sci–fi survival horror from rising star manga artist Shiro Kuroi perfect for fans of Battle Royale and Attack on Titan
Monster or human . . . What sleeps deep in the darkness?
The Leviathan, an enormous spaceship, drifts in spaces, abandoned in a galaxy far, far away. When looters break into the abandoned ship, they discover the diary of a middle–schooler, Kazuma, who documented the horrific fate of its passengers. Shocked, the looters read on, but as they do, they reach a chilling realization—there is still one survivor somewhere inside!
Along with the looters, the reader will piece together the decades–old tale of an innocent school trip to Earth with a tragic and brutal ending, as sudden explosions destroy the hull of the Leviathan. Trapped in space without enough oxygen left to wait for rescue, Kazuma documents the mental collapse and treachery of his teacher and classmates as they realize that the only hope for survival is the cryopreservation unit at the heart of the ship . . . which can only fit one person. A bloody battle for survival ensues as friend turns against friend, teacher against student, and each survivor is forced to confront the value of their own life.
Is it possible to keep one’s humanity when lost in the darkness of space? And moreover, what kind of survivor of that vicious struggle do looters find themselves alone with, decades after the dust has settled?
One of the top bestselling new manga titles in Japan, Leviathan’s incredible, brutal illustrations and tightly paced plot will leave readers at the edge of their seats, and linger in their minds long after the last page of each volume. Perfect for fans of Moebius, Star Wars, and Katsuhiro Otomo, Leviathan is sure to be an instant hit.
Shiro Kuroi is a rising star manga author who lives in Toyko, Japan. Leviathan is his first international serialized work, which has been published simultaneously in France and Japan. Highly praised for his character writing and illustration, Leviathan went on to become one of the top 10 bestselling new manga titles in France, and he has already received international attention online from manga fans hoping for an English release of his work.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Horror and thriller comics and manga are incredibly popular, with industry legend Junji Ito gaining mainstream appeal in the US. We’ve seen the success of recent series such as the Night Eaters, which has both been praised for Japanese illustrator Sana Takeda’s detailed and ethereal art, and Marjorie Liu’s sharp character–focused writing. Leviathan is a horror–thriller which has already seen incredible success in Japan, and its sci–fi setting makes it perfect to overlap with a broad range of US comics readers.
INCREDIBLE ART: Shiro Kuroi’s painterly covers and detailed interior illustrations have been highly praised by readers.
TIGHTLY PACED SERIES: A three–volume series, all of which will be released in Fall 2024, Leviathan is a tightly paced story that’s the perfect length for readers less familiar with manga to jump into and binge. It will have incredible appeal for those sci–fi and horror fans looking for a starting point to read more manga series.
DELUXE EDITION: Our edition of Leviathan—a jacketed paperback with dyed black edges—will immediately stand out on any manga shelf. The visual appeal and stark difference between Leviathan and a typical volume of US manga make it the perfect series to launch our Kana list.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 4-page full-color insert *196 pages
*WIDTH: 5 7/8" - 148mm
*HEIGHT: 8 1/4" - 210mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 16 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7767-7
US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK £10.99
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CARTON QTY: 32
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-446-7
Leviathan Volume 2
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SHIRO KUROI
In the depths of space, a group of students is pitted against each other in a brutal battle for survival—a gripping sci–fi survival horror from rising star manga artist Shiro Kuroi perfect for fans of Battle Royale and Attack on Titan
Monster or human . . . What sleeps deep in the darkness?
All adults on board the Leviathan are dead, and only two students know that help will not come. Should they inform their classmates to collectively find a way out of this desperate situation? Or should they, on the contrary, keep to themselves information on the cryopreservation unit at the heart of the ship, which can only fit one person and is their only chance of survival?
Futaba convinces Kazuma to keep quiet, but due to an accident, everyone ends up learning the unfortunate truth. Now, nothing can prevent the survivors from killing each other until the last one standing... In a haunting setting depicted with extreme precision, Leviathan takes us on a journey to the depths of hell. How can one maintain their humanity in the icy expanse of space?
One of the top bestselling new manga titles in Japan, Leviathan’s incredible, brutal illustrations and tightly paced plot will leave readers at the edge of their seats, and linger in their minds long after the last page of each volume. Perfect for fans of Moebius, Star Wars, and Katsuhiro Otomo, Leviathan is sure to be an instant hit.
Shiro Kuroi is a rising star manga author who lives in Toyko, Japan. Leviathan is his first international serialized work, which has been published simultaneously in France and Japan. Highly praised for his character writing and illustration, Leviathan went on to become one of the top 10 bestselling new manga titles in France, and he has already received international attention online from manga fans hoping for an English release of his work.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Horror and thriller comics and manga are incredibly popular right now, with industry legends Junji Ito gaining mainstream appeal in the US. We've seen the success of recent series such as Night Eaters, which has both been praised for Japanese illustrator Sana Takeda's detailed and ethereal art, and Marjorie Liu's sharply character focused writing. Leviathan is a horror–thriller and has already seen incredible success in Japan.
INCREDIBLE ART: Shiro Kuroi's painterly covers and detailed interior illustrations have been highly praised by readers, and depict both the brutal action sequences and desolateness of space perfectly.
TIGHTLY PACED SERIES: A complete series at three volumes total, Leviathan is a tightly paced story of the perfect length for readers less familiar with manga to jump into and binge. A low–commitment, high–reward series with plenty of twists and turns, a perfect title for manga fans to recommend to their friends.
DELUXE EDITION: Our edition of Leviathan will be a jacketed paperback with dyed black edges which will immediately stand out on any shelf of manga. The visual appeal and stark difference between Leviathan and a typical volume of US manga, making it the perfect series to launch our manga list.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 4-page full-color insert
*180 pages
*WIDTH: 5 7/8" - 148mm
*HEIGHT: 8 1/4" - 210mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY
AGES 16 and up
ISBN 978-1-4197-7831-5
US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK £10.99
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CARTON QTY: 32 ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-484-9
Manhole Volume 1
BY TETSUYA TSUTSUI
From rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tsutsui comes a three–volume horror–thriller that draws the reader into a tangled web of intrigue and lies as two detectives trying to solve a string of mysterious deaths come face to face with a much larger conspiracy that threatens a manmade global pandemic
A killer parasite is on the verge of threatening 180 million people . . . and a race against the clock has begun!
What do two Japanese detectives, a naked man on a city street, and a roundworm from Botswana all have in common? In this first volume of Manhole, Ken Mizoguchi and Nao Inoue are a pair of investigators asking themselves this very question as they string together clues to solve a string of bloody and mysterious murders. But as the pieces come together, they begin to uncover the threat of a deadly biological agent which poses a threat of epidemic proportions.
An unlikely lead sets them off on the hunt for a mysterious photographer, but as they chase down shadows, the infection keeps spreading. This thrilling detective story with a biological horror hook will keep readers on the edge of their seat. Rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tetsui’s Manhole is a tightly paced fight to prevent a pandemic as perplexing as it is deadly.
Tetsuya Tsutsui is a rising star Japanese manga artist and illustrator. His series Duds Hunt, Manhole, Reset, and Prophecy have received international acclaim in both France and Japan. Manhole is his second series translated in English. His work has been praised for his skillful, sharp critique of social mores and human psychology.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Horror and detective comics and manga are incredibly popular right now, with industry legend Junji Ito gaining mainstream appeal in the US and appearing as a guest of honor at San Diego Comic–Con. From our own list at Abrams ComicArts, we’ve seen the success of recent series such as the Night Eaters, which has been praised both for Japanese illustrator Sana Takeda’s detailed and ethereal art, and for Marjorie Liu’s sharp character–driven writing.
TIGHTLY PACED SERIES:
Spanning three volumes, Manhole is a brilliantly written, fast–paced story that’s the perfect length for readers to jump into. It balances a thrilling conspiracy, suspenseful drama, and terrifying parasites with compelling characters and a wry sense of humor.
RISING–STAR AUTHOR: Tetsuya Tsutsui is gaining international recognition for his skillful horror–thriller manga, which boldly critiques societal corruption. Manhole is a perfectly timed series, as the 2020 pandemic has revealed foundational issues in how our society deals with disease control.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 2-page full-color insert *210 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 16 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7770-7
CARTON QTY: 56
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-448-1
Manhole Volume 2
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY TETSUYA
TSUTSUI
The threat of a manmade global pandemic looms... From rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tsutsui comes a three–volume horror–thriller following two detectives as they untangle a string of mysterious deaths and come face to face with a much larger conspiracy
The situation is critical: for reasons unknown, mosquitoes carrying the filariasis parasite are still active, despite the winter season. Their proliferation brings the risk of a terrifying increase in the number of victims. With the possibility of a pandemic looming, Inspector Mizoguchi determinedly follows the trail of his number one suspect. But when he’s exposed to an infected individual, he’s suddenly racing against the clock. Will he survive long enough to solve the mystery?
This thrilling detective story with a biological horror hook will keep readers on the edge of their seat. Rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tetsui’s Manhole is a tightly paced fight to prevent a pandemic as perplexing as it is deadly.
Tetsuya Tsutsui is a rising star Japanese manga artist and illustrator. His series Duds Hunt, Manhole, Reset, and Prophecy have received international acclaim in both France and Japan. Manhole is his second series translated in English. His work has been praised for his skillful, sharp critique of social mores and human psychology.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Horror and detective comics and manga are incredibly popular right now, with industry legend Junji Ito gaining mainstream appeal in the US and appearing as a guest of honor at San Diego Comic–Con. From our own list at Abrams ComicArts, we’ve seen the success of recent series such as the Night Eaters, which has been praised both for Japanese illustrator Sana Takeda’s detailed and ethereal art, and for Marjorie Liu’s sharp character–driven writing.
TIGHTLY PACED SERIES:
Spanning three volumes, Manhole is a brilliantly written, fast–paced story that’s the perfect length for readers to jump into. It balances a thrilling conspiracy, suspenseful drama, and terrifying parasites with compelling characters and a wry sense of humor.
RISING–STAR AUTHOR: Tetsuya Tsutsui is gaining international recognition for his skillful horror–thriller manga, which boldly critiques societal corruption. Manhole is a perfectly timed series, as the 2020 pandemic has revealed foundational issues in how our society deals with disease control.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 2-page full-color insert
*210 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket
PUB MONTH: JANUARY AGES 16 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7833-9 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99 ËxHSLELJy778339z
CARTON QTY: 56
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-486-3
Eden of Witches Volume 1
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY YUMEJI
When a young witch is forced from her home by humankind, can she awaken her powers and find a way to save her home? People and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli–esque fantasy manga from debut author Yumeji
In a world devastated by humankind and forsaken by plants and animals, only witches have the power to communicate with nature.
A long time ago, plants and animals lived in harmony . . . until humankind came to power and, unable to coexist with nature, destroyed and exploited both flora and fauna without a second thought. Now the world has become a barren wasteland. But witches have the power to speak to nature. Blamed for the extinction of plant life, and feared by humanity for their powers, they hide away from the rest of humanity in secret lairs bursting with greenery.
Pili, a young witch–apprentice, has set out on the roads accompanied by the wolf Oak. However, she is not accustomed to the world outside and traveling long distances. Her fatigue quickly takes its toll, and she ends up injuring herself by tumbling down a rocky slope! Fortunately, a boy named Bowei finds Pili and takes her home to nurse her back to health.
However, the arrival of the unfamiliar young lady arouses suspicion among other villagers, who quickly discern her true nature as a witch. And all captured witches share the fate of execution!
Eden of Witches is a magical and lushly illustrated coming–of–age story perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaa, and Witch Hat Atelier, brought expertly to life by rising star manga artist Yumeji. It will sweep readers away into a fairy tale where witches and their familiars are the last keepers of the natural world.
Yumeji is a manga author and illustrator living in Japan. Eden of Witches is her debut series.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR THEME: Witches and magic are perfect avatars to explore coming of age stories in both Japanese and Western comics. Fans of manga in the US are especially receptive to this message, with popular anime and manga such as Kiki’s Delivery Service, The Ancient Magus Bride, and Witch Hat Atelier having a huge and lasting presence in US pop culture.
INCREDIBLE ART: Yumeji’s delicate inks bring the setting to life, and are reminiscent of such classic titles as Hayao Miyazaki’s Nausicaa or Kaoru Mori’s A Bride’s Story. While Eden of Witches is her first serialized manga, her illustrations stand out from much of the shojo manga being published in the US today, and gives the series the visual hallmarks of an instant classic.
TOPICAL SUBJECT: The element of man’s conflict with nature is ever more relevant to young readers today, as we reevaluate our impact on the planet as a society. Although Eden of Witches is a fantasy, it doesn’t shy away from asking what our relationship to nature and our impact on it is, grounding the series subtly despite its fantastical elements.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 8-page full-color insert
*184 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
CARTON QTY: 64 ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-460-3 RIGHTS:
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket
PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER AGES 13 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7793-6 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99 ËxHSLELJy777936z
RIGHTS: World English
Eden of Witches Volume 2
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY YUMEJI
When a young witch is forced from her home by humankind, can she awaken her powers and find a way to save her home? Man and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli–esque fantasy manga from debut author Yumeji
Long ago, plants and animals lived in harmony . . . until the humans arrived. Unable to coexist with other species, humans mercilessly destroyed everything in their path, forcing fauna and flora into hiding. For hundreds of years, the world has been nothing but a vast, barren desert. Luckily, a few pockets of nature still exist; sanctuaries of witches, extraordinary women who can hear the call of the plants. Despite their abilities, humans despise witches and blame them for the disappearance of nature.
While Pili continues her search for eden with Oak by her side, she has yet to grasp the true mercilessness of the world around her. A run–in with another traveling witch opens her eyes to the harsh reality of traveling solo. The witch, Laminala, vows to teach Pili all she needs to know about survival in a barren land. Oak keeps watch over Pili, even when her worldview needs a major adjustment. She must challenge her own beliefs before she’s ready to start her search for Eden in earnest.
With fine and delicate linework, Yumeji brings a poetic dark fantasy to life! In a suffering world, Pili will have to forge her own path and discover the truth about the conflict between humans and nature. the quest for a lost paradise continues!
is a manga author and illustrator living in Japan. Eden of Witches is her debut series.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR THEME: Witches and magic are perfect avatars to explore coming of age stories in both Japanese and Western comics. Fans of manga in the US are especially receptive to this message, with popular anime and manga such as Kiki’s Delivery Service, The Ancient Magus Bride, and Witch Hat Atelier having a huge and lasting presence in US pop culture.
INCREDIBLE ART: Yumeji’s delicate inks bring the setting to life, and are reminiscent of such classic titles as Hayao Miyazaki’s Nausicaa or Kaoru Mori’s A Bride’s Story. While Eden of Witches is her first serialized manga, her illustrations stand out from much of the shojo manga being published in the US today, and gives the series the visual hallmarks of an instant classic.
TOPICAL SUBJECT: The element of man’s conflict with nature is ever more relevant to young readers today, as we reevaluate our impact on the planet as a society. Although Eden of Witches is a fantasy, it doesn’t shy away from asking what our relationship to nature and our impact on it is, grounding the series subtly despite its fantastical elements.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 4-page full-color insert *196 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket
PUB MONTH: FEBRUARY AGES 13 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7845-2 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99 ËxHSLELJy778452z
CARTON QTY: 64 ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-500-6
Yumeji
Space Punch Volume 1
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY ZD
In a mafia–governed city where corruption and violence is commonplace, this manga follows two brothers who find a mysterious artifact that will change their lives forever
Joe and Zack lost their father when they were young. Since then, the two brothers have chosen vastly different paths: Zack is a policeman, while Joe is a food delivery boy. Yet despite their differences, both share a gift for boxing. However, the discovery of mysterious artifacts left by their late father is about to change their lives forever . . . Can the two thrive against all odds, thrown into a sprawling metropolis commanded by corrupt mafia gangs?
ZD is an action–fanatic manga author. Space Punch is his debut series.
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Action and Shonen manga have long been genres with incredible US popularity, with anime–adapted comics such as Radiant and Dr. Stone having its share of vigorous fans. Space Punch, fusing comedy, battle, and drama into one fantastic urban epic, is a series of similar style and proportions, and is a perfect fit for established readers of Shonen manga.
EXHILARATING ART: ZD’s bold lines and dramatic shadings illustrate brawls reminiscent of classic manga titles like Hajime no Ippo
MANGA AT ABRAMS: As Abrams ComicArts launches its Kana imprint, our goal is to publish titles that are completely unique in the US manga market. Space Punch perfectly highlights not just our commitment to publishing established manga authors from Japan, but to finding new voices bound to further expand the audience.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 8-page full-color insert *216 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY AGES 13 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7794-3 US $12.99 UK £9.99 ËxHSLELJy777943z
CARTON QTY: 56
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-461-0
Scars Volume 1
WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY BRANDON ARIAS
A love story between a boy with a scar and an abused misgendered classmate, both victims of bullying at school, Scars is an ardent coming–of–age manga about acknowledging our differences and finding self–acceptance
Two school kids, Kyonosuke and Akira, live in a little village by the Japanese countryside. After an accident, Kyonosuke recieves a skin graft to his face, leaving him permanently scarred. This disfigurement makes Kyonosuke a target for constant bullying. Akira, his classmate, is trying to come to terms with her gender dysphoria, but is beaten by her father for saying she wants to be a girl. When they meet and fall in love, they decide to escape their toxic environment together. But are they strong enough to accept each other, and themselves, for who they are?
A stunning and heartfelt manga trilogy from debut author–illustrator Brandon Arias, Scars deftly tackles childhood trauma, bullying, and the issue of growing into one’s own identity. This gorgeous, fresh, slice–of–life drama is sure to become a classic alongside such timely and relevant manga titles as Orange by Takano Ichigo and Our Dreams at Dusk by Yuhki Kamatani.
Brandon Arias is a manga author whose debut series is Scars.
RIGHTS: World
SELLING POINTS
COMPELLING MESSAGE: Manga has proven to be the perfect medium to explore social themes such as childhood bullying, isolation, and identity issues, with series such as Orange by Takano Ichigo and Our Dreams at Dusk by Yuhki Kamatani, which resonate worldwide with readers who struggle with the perils of growing up.
BEAUTIFUL ART: Author–illustrator Brendan Arias brings Scars to life with expressive and appealing characters that manage to carry the heavy themes of the narrative and cause the reader to root for them, all in a style that is unique but fits perfectly onto any manga shelf.
MANGA AT ABRAMS: As Abrams ComicArts launches its Kana imprint, our goal is to publish titles that are completely unique in the US manga market. Scars perfectly highlights not just our commitment to publishing established manga authors from Japan, but also to finding new voices bound to further expand the audience.
SPECIFICATIONS
* Black-and-white illustrations throughout; 6-page full-color insert *206 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket
PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER AGES 16 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7835-3
CARTON QTY: 56 ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-490-0
Silence Volume 1
BY YOANN VORNIÈRE
An exhilarating manga following the journey taken by a boy and his migrating village across a frigid post–apocalyptic setting riddled with folkloric monsters
There once was a land where humans and monsters both lived. The sun protected the humans during the day, but at night the monsters were on the prowl. On the day that the sun disappeared forever behind the clouds, the terrifying monsters, no longer warded off by the sunlight, hunted the humans in the day and the night.
For almost thirty years, Saber and his village were cut off from the rest of the world. They have no choice but to communicate with each other using sign language to avoid the monsters, who can track them by sound and especially by voice. However, the village encounters trouble when a young woman named Luna arrives in the village. She tells them that there is a better way to fight monsters—by becoming monsters themselves.
This is only the beginning of a harrowing and thrilling adventure. The villagers leave everything behind, traversing the looming mountains that surround them to find other humans who can help them. In order to escape a life devoid of peace, it is up to Luna and the villagers to summon something they have long forgotten—the courage to live.
RIGHTS: World
SELLING POINTS
POPULAR GENRE: Shonen (adventure) manga are incredibly popular in the US right now, with anime–adapted comics such as Golden Kamuy and Dr. Stone receiving robust fanfare. Moreover, there have been new opportunities for manga in this genre to reach a much wider mainstream, give the acclaim that One Piece live–action adaptation received on Netflix last year. Silence fuses adventure, battle, and indigenous folklore into an impassioned survival epic—a genre formula that has been consistently well–received, as seen with the more recent bestseller Hell's Paradise
EXHILARATING ART: Vorniere’s bold inking and overflowing details bring the characters and monsters to life, brimming with vitality against the frigid chasmic setting. With a pervasive overcast reminiscent of Vincent van Gogh’s painting Starry Night above and desolate townships below, the depicted action is thrilling, sharp, and focused. Such gripping art will surely command the attention of its readers.
MANGA AT ABRAMS: As Abrams ComicArts launches its Kana imprint, our goal is to publish titles that are completely unique in the US manga market. Silence perfectly highlights not just our commitment to publishing established manga authors from Japan, but also to finding new voices bound to further expand the audience.
SPECIFICATIONS
*Black-and-white illustrations throughout *208 pages
*WIDTH: 5" - 128mm
*HEIGHT: 7 1/8" - 182mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY AGES 13 and up COMICS / MANGA
ISBN 978-1-4197-7769-1
US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99
CARTON QTY: 56
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-447-4
Yoann Vorniere is a manga author living in France. Silence is his debut work.
Ronin Rising Collector’s Edition
BY FRANK MILLER; ILLUSTRATED BY PHILIP TAN AND DANIEL HENRIQUES
The long–awaited sequel to the award–winning classic Ronin by Frank Miller
A cursed Ronin. Psychological manipulation by a sentient AI. A security commander turned savior. And a postapocalyptic biotech war in the demon–teeming pits of a twenty–first century New York inadvertently started by the once benevolent Aquarius Corporation.
Eisner Hall of Famer Frank Miller, with the team Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques, returns to the world of Ronin, continuing his story for a new generation in Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising. With Tan and Henriques providing pencils and inks and the masterful Miller himself drawing chapters 4 and 6, Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising is a visual feast, with skillfully executed battle sequences that seem to jump off the page. Miller and his team continue the story of Ronin deftly and intentionally, drawing the reader into his postapocalyptic world as completely as he did in the original series run, which is widely considered to be one of his most influential original works.
This exclusive collector’s edition includes the following:
·A new cover by Frank Miller
·A foreword by the legendary Jim Lee
Frank Miller’s never–before–seen layouts for issues 2 to 5
Concept designs by Philip Tan
All six full–page wraparound variant covers
Frank Miller is regarded as one of the most influential and prominent creators in the comic book industry today. His most notable works include 300, Ronin, the Sin City series, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, and Batman: Year One. He has received numerous awards, including two Harvey Awards for Best Graphic Album of Original Work in 1998 and Best Continuing Series in 1996 and six Eisner Awards. In 2015, Miller was inducted into the Will Eisner Award Hall of Fame for his lifetime of contributions to the industry. Philip Tan is a comic book writer and artist who has worked on Spawn, Uncanny X–Men, Iron Man, and more. Outside of the comics industry, he has illustrated for Magic: The Gathering Daniel Henriques is a Portuguese comic book artist who has contributed inks for titles published by Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, and DC Comics, collaborating with some of today’s top talents in a wide variety of titles, such as Green Arrow, Mortal Kombat X, Batman Arkham Knight: Robin, Lobo, JLA: Power & Glory, Justice League: Rebirth, TeenTitans, Supergirl, Aquaman, and Spawn
RIGHTS: World/All, ex. France, Brazil, Italy, Spain, Germany
SELLING POINTS
PRESTIGIOUS CREATOR: Frank Miller is a legend in the comic book industry, and much of his work has gone on to shape and inform pop culture today across mediums. Stories like 300 and Sin City are instantly recognizable to most pop–culture fans today, and Miller has consistently used the influence and reader base he’s gained through IP work to cultivate a formidable platform for telling original stories.
ICONIC ORIGINAL STORY: Frank Miller’s Ronin is an iconic original work and a piece of comics and pop–culture history, having been cited as an inspiration by cartoonists worldwide.
DYNAMIC FORMATS: Released simultaneously in two formats, the deluxe hardcover edition and manga paperback will reach two different and equally receptive audiences. This deluxe, hardcover edition presents each spread in landscape format it was originally intended.
COLLECTED FOR THE FIRST TIME: Originally self–published as part of the Frank Miller Presents line as Ronin II in six issues, this critically acclaimed series is collected for the first time and includes all–new cover by Frank Miller.
INCREDIBLE ART: Phillip Tan and Daniel Henriques’s explosively dynamic black–and–white art is perfect for fans of manga, while Frank Miller returns to illustrate part of the story himself in the iconic style which originally made Ronin a classic.
SPECIFICATIONS
*Partial color illustrations throughout *192 pages
*WIDTH: 13 1/4" - 337mm
*HEIGHT: 10 1/4" - 260mm
*Hardcover POB PUB MONTH: OCTOBER
ISBN 978-1-4197-7661-8
CARTON QTY: 8
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-392-7
Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising Manga Edition
BY FRANK MILLER; ILLUSTRATED BY PHILIP TAN AND DANIEL HENRIQUES
The manga edition of the long–awaited sequel to the award–winning classic Ronin by Frank Miller
A cursed Ronin. Psychological manipulation by a sentient AI. A security commander turned savior. And a postapocalyptic biotech war in the demon–teeming pits of a twenty–first century New York inadvertently started by the once benevolent Aquarius Corporation.
Eisner Hall of Famer Frank Miller’s Ronin is cited as the inspiration for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Samurai Jack. Now—40 years later— Miller, with the team Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques, returns to the world of Ronin, continuing his story for a new generation in Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising
With Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques providing pencils and inks for chapters 1, 2, 3, and 5 of the manga, and the masterful Frank Miller himself drawing chapters 4 and 6, Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising is a visual feast, with skillfully executed battle sequences that seem to jump off the page.
Miller and his team continue the story of Ronin deftly and intentionally, drawing the reader into his postapocalyptic world as completely as he did in the original series run, published in 1983–84 by DC Comics, which is widely considered to be one of his most influential original works.
This affordable manga edition pays homage to Frank Miller’s inspirations for the original Ronin, appealing to Frank Miller fans and manga readers alike.
Frank Miller is regarded as one of the most influential and prominent creators in the comic book industry today. His most notable works include 300, Ronin, the Sin City series, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, and Batman: Year One. He has received numerous awards, including two Harvey Awards for Best Graphic Album of Original Work in 1998 and Best Continuing Series in 1996 and six Eisner Awards. In 2015, Miller was inducted into the Will Eisner Award Hall of Fame for his lifetime of contributions to the industry. Philip Tan is a comic book writer and artist who has worked on Spawn, Uncanny X–Men, Iron Man, and more. Outside of the comics industry, he has illustrated for Magic: The Gathering Daniel Henriques is a Portuguese comic book artist who has contributed inks for titles published by Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, and DC Comics, collaborating with some of today’s top talents in a wide variety of titles, such as Green Arrow, Mortal Kombat X, Batman Arkham Knight: Robin, Lobo, JLA: Power & Glory, Justice League: Rebirth, TeenTitans, Supergirl, Aquaman, and Spawn
RIGHTS: World/All,
Italy, Spain, Germany
SELLING POINTS
PRESTIGIOUS CREATOR: Frank Miller is a legend in the comic book industry, and much of his work has gone on to shape and inform pop culture today across mediums. Stories like 300 and Sin City are instantly recognizable to most pop–culture fans today, and Miller has consistently used the influence and reader base he’s gained through IP work to cultivate a formidable platform for telling original stories.
ICONIC ORIGINAL STORY: Frank Miller’s Ronin is an iconic original work and a piece of comics and pop–culture history, having been cited as an inspiration by cartoonists worldwide.
DYNAMIC FORMATS: Released simultaneously in two formats, the deluxe hardcover edition and simultaneous manga format (jacketed paperback) will reach two different and equally receptive audiences.
COLLECTED FOR THE FIRST TIME: Originally self–published as part of the Frank Miller Presents line as Ronin II in six issues, this critically acclaimed series is collected for the first time and includes all–new cover by Frank Miller.
INCREDIBLE ART: Phillip Tan and Daniel Henriques’s explosively dynamic black–and–white art is perfect for fans of manga, while Frank Miller returns to illustrate part of the story himself in the iconic style which originally made Ronin a classic.
SPECIFICATIONS
*Black-and-white illustrations throughout *288 pages
*WIDTH: 5 3/8" - 137mm
*HEIGHT: 8 1/4" - 210mm
*Paperback with Jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER
ISBN 978-1-4197-7662-5 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99 ËxHSLELJy776625z
CARTON QTY: 24
ebook ISBN 979-8-88707-790-1