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Caliber Comics in November 2016

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Graphic Policy Team

In partnership with Diamond Distributors, Caliber Comics will be releasing a mix of new and familiar titles for its November schedule which are currently available to order in the September issue of Diamond Previews.

Two classics of literature, H.P. Lovecraft and Sherlock Holmes, will be featured. In the graphic novel, Mythos: Lovecraft’s Worlds, creators Brandon Barrows and Hugo Petrus present eight tales from the original Master of Horror. The adapted tales are from some of HP Lovecraft’s lesser works including a tale of humor that readers may not be too aware of. Go beyond tentacles, the Cthulhu and evil gods to explore the mythos of Lovecraft. DIAMOND # SEP161503

Christopher Sequeira, Philip Cornell, and Dave Elsey bring us Sherlock Holmes: The Dark Detective which is a new collection of the esteemed series from Black House Comics. Released on newsstands in Australia, this will be the first time it is available outside of the country. Described by writer Christopher Sequeira as “Hammer Horror meets Holmes”, the series has received numerous accolades from many Holmesian followers. In this tale brilliant Sherlock Holmes is plunged into a case of Gothic terror as he investigates horrific deaths that suggest an improbable monster. Only Holmes can stop the shadows from swallowing London and only his single remaining friend can stop the shadows from swallowing him. DIAMOND # SEP161506

For the first time, the acclaimed series of Squalor from New York bestselling writer Stefan Petrucha and the legendary artist Tom Sutton, will be available in trade paperback. Welcome to A-Time. Not another dimension, not a parallel world, but your very own neighborhood without linear time! Here past, present, and future merge like expressway off-ramps. Originally released from First Comics as a mini-series, the collection has been restored in full color which also features the work of Harvey Award nominee, Paul Mounts. DIAMOND # SEP161507

Boy Zero is an all new original graphic novel dealing with a serial killer that murders to the tune of a soundtrack that has the citizens of Glass City terrified. As an aging Detective Drekker investigates, he is pulled back into his first case dealing with another serial killer from over 20 years ago. When the music stops, people die. Written by Charles Chester and illustrated by Shiloh Penfield. DIAMOND # SEP161502

From film-maker Danny Boyd comes Salt, a full color original graphic novel that follows the events of his very successful Carbon graphic novel. The world is set afire and a unique burning coal threatens to bring an inferno hotter than the world has ever seen. As a group of miners seek the red salt, they are pursued by the Sheve, the ancient guardians of the forever burning coal. Predrag Ivanovic and Gary Scott Beatty provide the graphics and colors. Diamond will be re-offering the Carbon original graphic novel also. DIMAOND # SEP161504

Caliber Comics to be Offered by Diamond Distributors

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Graphic Policy Team

Caliber Comics, the publisher of creator owned comics that relaunched in 2014, will begin to release its wide diversity of titles to the direct market via an agreement with Diamond Comic Distributors starting in the August Previews for October release.

Caliber, which focuses on graphic novel releases and trade paperback compilations, has selectively solicited titles with Diamond in the past but will now have a regular schedule of releases and each month will offer four to five titles to retailers.

Although Caliber Comics only publishes trade book size in print, it does have an extensive release footprint with numerous digital platforms. Vice President Eric Reichert who coordinates the multi-media licensing and digital areas of Caliber said that in the digital market, the 150+ graphic novels in its library are offered in their original single issues format as well as collected graphic novels. “Right now, we have nearly 800 releases in the digital arena,” said Reichert, “with the books available on 40+ platforms including Comixology, iTunes, Google Play, Amazon Kindle, and more are continually being added.

For the first month, the Diamond releases are:

Rocky Horror Picture Show: The Comic Book GN

Just in time for the Fox remake, relive the classic. The cult hit in a special “basic core” version which is the only official adaptation of the entire movie – now at a special introductory price. The additional material in the comic series such as song lyrics, participation guide, interviews, etc. will be available in “The Master’s Edition” version to be offered at a later date. This full color movie adaptation is faithfully rendered by Kevin VanHook (noted original Valiant editor, writer, artist). 72 pages, $12.99, 978-1-942351-672. For more information: http://www.calibercomics.info/rocky-horror-picture-show.html

Deadworld: Requiem for the World GN

The reboot of the acclaimed Deadworld in this collected version of the entire Image Comics mini-series. Original favorite artist Vince Locke (Sandman, Batman) is joined by Dalibor Talajic (Deadpool, Red Wolf), and writer Gary Reed as the long running zombie series goes back to the beginning to allow new fans to join in the classic comic series which began in the late 1980s and has lived till today in over 100 issues. 152 pages, black and white, $16.99, 978-1-942351351. For more information: http://www.calibercomics.info/deadworld.html

Inferno: A Sleep and a Forgetting GN

Coming back into print is this early graphic novel created by two of the minds behind television’s hottest shows Mike Carey (Fox’s Lucifer) with artwork from Michael Gaydos (Netflix’s Jessica Jones). In the Inferno, a netherworld city fueled by sin and driven by corruption across the ages, John Travis finds himself as the only person to ever escape Hell and live. Problem is he just doesn’t remember it. 146 pages, black and white, $14.99, 978-0-985749323. For more information: http://www.calibercomics.info/inferno.html

Caliber Presents #1 GN

The all new Caliber Presents! One of the leading independent comic anthologies returns as an expanded graphic novel and while still featuring newly discovered creators it also includes many established professionals with new stories to tell. Creators featured in this first issue include nominees and winners of some of the industry’s major awards including the Eisner, Harvey, Xeric, Ghastly, Shel Dorf, Comic Monsters, Horror Comics, and more. Join writers Joe Pruett, Sam Costello, Ben Sherrill, Gary Reed, Mark Bertolini, and others as they team up with artists such as Alex Sheikman, Rowel Rogue, Jason Walz, Steven Perkins, Ken Meyer Jr. and more. 120 pages, black and white, $9.99, 978-1942351436. For more information: http://www.calibercomics.info/caliber-presents.html

Days of Darkness GN

Collecting the incredible mini-series of the early days of the United States in WW II from popular historical writer and comic artist, Wayne Vansant. Witness the war’s dark days in the tragedy of Pearl Harbor and the devastation of the fleet in Hawaii, to the evacuation of the Philippines, the horror of the Death March of Bataan, leading up to the dramatic Battle of Midway which stopped the Japanese juggernaut in the Pacific. Perfect for any history buff. 184 pages, black and white, $19.99, 978-0983630777. For more information: http://www.calibercomics.info/days-of-darkness.html

Review: Bayani and the Old Ghosts #1

Posted on July 24, 2015 by pharoahmiles

Kickstarter is almost like a “river of dreams “for creative minds, as it allows you to share your vision with the world, and like minded people. Kickstarter has been responsible for some great comics like Sons of the Devil and Watson and Holmes. Kickstarter, also has been responsible for some strange but amazing comics as well, like God Hates Astronauts, and some downright awful ones, as well, i.e. Sullivan’s Sluggers (Full disclosure, the ones I just mentioned, I have been a backer on all of them). So when the creator of Bayani, reached out to our staff, I was definitely interested, as any good comic, I would love to be part of bringing it in this world, and Kickstarter allows anyone to do that.

As the press release of the comic advertises:

Bayani, a boy of 11, is desperately trying to care for his sick father (a fisherman) and keep food on the table for his small family. Unfortunately, the sun has been shining down on the islands for the last month and night refuses to fall. The land is growing parched from the constant heat and the fish are moving further and further away from shore. During this disaster, the rain god, Pati’, recruits Bayani to undertake a quest rescuing the nine kidnapped daughters of Lady Moon from the horrible monsters of lore. Bayani embarks on a great adventure with his friend, Tala, and using their wits, the kids defeat one hideous creature after another in their quest to rescue each of the Moon’s daughters. This book is designed a bit like an Indiana Jones movie. It’s an adventure through myth and legend. And, like an Indiana Jones flick, the titles change with each issue.

This story is at times familiar, and at times, very new. Bayani comes off like a modern Odysseus, meeting Gods and going on adventures, all to save his father. It also involves many Filipino legends, as many do not know that the Filipino Pantheon is s large as the Greek one, and this is what the creators seem to want to convey to the reader. The ending of the first issue, is satisfying enough and shows why this is a book for all ages.

The story is cleverly written by Travis McIntire and his attention to detail bring is evident in the storytelling. The art by Grant Perkins makes the comic feel like a Saturday morning cartoon. The collaboration shows promise, as they both have unique voice is are definitely able to shine so far. Overall, a comic that is definitely for children, but can speak to the child in all of us.

Story: Travis McIntire Art: Grant Perkins
Story: 8 Art: 9 Overall: 9 Recommendation: Kickstart!

You can download the first issue for free now

Kickstarter Spotlight: All Ages Adventure Comic Bayani Launches on Kickstarter

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Brett

Bayani and the Old Ghosts by Joshua Werner
Art Director at Source Point Press
Lover of Good Comics

I’ve worked with writer Travis McIntire on several different titles now over at Source Point Press, so knowing that he’s a creator full of passion and ingenuity it’s no surprise that I was more than a little intrigued when he told me about his script for the first issue of Bayani and the Nine Daughters of the Moon. The story is based on actual Filipino folklore and explores themes seen in stories such as Alice in Wonderland, but in the style of something more akin to Indiana Jones. And luckily, as a friend and fellow creator, I was able to continue to see the process, from pencils all the way through to the lettering.

Bayani and the Nine Daughters of the Moon is a kid-friendly story that has enough monsters, mythology, and adventure packed into it that adults will have no problem enjoying it also. Because of the combination of this appeal and the impressive creative team, Caliber Comics immediately agreed to publish it. But the reality of creator-owned comics is that often times they still need a boost to get them off the ground. And sometimes a finished product has to be delivered to the publisher. And that’s where Kickstarter comes in. Kickstarter can help to create those initial funds to put the comics into print, and also to introduce Bayani to the world. So Bayani creator Travis McIntire has started a Kickstarter for Bayani on July 16th. What impresses me the most about this is that Travis has decided to make the goal only $5,000. This is half of what he needs to cover the printing cost for the first 3 issues. That means he already plans to cover the other $5,000 out of his own pocket for the printing on this title, something that’s quite refreshing to see in the world of crowd funding.

Bayani and the Old Ghosts is the title of issue #1, which has already been completed. I was able to see each stage of the art process, and it looks fantastic! Grant Perkins (Penguins of Madagascar, 2000AD) is doing the penciling, inking, and coloring. Taylor Esposito, a long time letterer for DC Comics, is handling the lettering, while Rich Bloom (C.O.W.L.) designed the logos for each issue. Together the team brought Travis’ story to life, which is packed with cool visuals. The story kicks off with 11-year-old boy Bayani finding himself responsible for feeding his family as he tries to care for his sick father. The sun has been shining down on the islands for a full month without a single nightfall, causing a horrible drought that even drives the fish away from the surrounding area. Before he knows it, the rain god Pati’ has sent Bayani on a quest to rescue the daughters of Lady Moon, who have been kidnapped by horrible monsters from Filipino lore. With his friend Tala along for the journey, they must battle these monsters in hopes of ending the curse on the islands.

If you enjoy old-school adventure stories packed with mythological beasts, I can’t recommend this enough. Travis McIntire and Grant Perkins have really created something special here. The Kickstarter has some amazing rewards, with several wellrespected comic book industry pros jumping in to help make the rewards that much more exciting. I hope you’ll take a moment to check out their campaign and help to spread the word. While Bayani’s adventure may be a bit more perilous, I’m excited to give to this Kickstarter and have an adventure of my own: engaging in the production process of creator-owned comics!

While we’re no longer picking crowd funding projects to spotlight on our site, we’re allowing project creators to make their case for their project on our platform. We remind individuals, we don’t endorse any of these projects, and that by supporting any crowd funding project, you’re taking any risks associated with doing so. – the Management

Caliber Offers Two Original Graphic Novels in November

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Brett

Caliber Comics will be releasing two original mystery graphic novels in November as Strange Detective Mysteries and Storyville: The Prostitute Murders capture the mystery element in two different approaches. The creator owned tales are both self-contained stories yet each can continue with future stories.

In Strange Detective Mysteries, the premise begins with “Who Killed Edgar Allen Poe?” as a mysterious individual brings together a diverse group of men in 1902 New York City to solve the murder of the great horror novelist and poet. The group consists of some of the greatest minds of the new century: Nikola Tesla, Arthur Conan Doyle, Harry Houdini, Bat Masterson and H.G. Wells. Before they realize it, they discover a hideous plot that includes major governmental figures, Jack the Ripper, ancient rituals and possibly even time travel!

Strange Detective Mysteries was co-created by Terry Pavlet and Sam Gafford, both of whom have had long careers in the comic industry and illustrated by Rosaria Battiloro.

Storyville: The Prostitute Murders has a more realistic and historical approach as writer Gary Reed, known for his historical and literary work, firmly drops readers into a very realistic period piece of 1910 New Orleans. Within the infamous legal red light district of New Orleans known as Storyville, just about everything was permitted, prostitutes and their clients are being murdered…some would say butchered. As the police try desperately to deal with what may be a new type of killer…a ‘serial killer’ that threatens to tear New Orleans apart, Dr. Eric Trevor, a psychiatrist, is brought in from Saint James Infirmary.

A crime story is at times a police procedural and other times, an excursion into the new field of psychotherapy. The backdrop of the brothels amid the diverse streets of New Orleans is one of the settings but so is Saint James Infirmary where Dr. Trevor attempts to strike a balance between the criminal and the insane.

The artist is Wayne Reid, who teamed up with Reed on A Murder of Scarecrows and IDW’s Sherlock Holmes as well as Zulunation.

ComiXology Announces More DRM Free Publishers

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Brett

Today comiXology unveiled the latest group of publishers offering DRM-free backups, allowing comiXology customers to download and store copies of their books. ComiXology’s new DRM-free backup feature was announced this past July during San Diego Comic-Con.

The second wave of participating publishers include IDW Publishing, Valiant Entertainment, Oni Press, Fantagraphics Books, Aspen Comics, Action Lab Entertainment, Th3rd World Studios, A Wave Blue World, Blind Ferret Entertainment, Caliber Comics, Creative Impulse Entertainment, Devil’s Due Entertainment, GT Labs Comics and Kingstone Media. They join Image Comics, Dynamite Entertainment, Zenescope Entertainment, MonkeyBrain Comics, Thrillbent, and Top Shelf Productions in offering this new option to customer. Creators using comiXology Submit also have the option to offer their comics, graphic novels, and manga as DRM-free backups. Some of the new publishers have previously announced going DRM free, or provide the option on other platforms.

To obtain the DRM-free backups of digital comics on comiXology, customers can go to the “My Books” section of comixology.com on their desktop computers and click the button that appears next to their books. Books and series from the second wave of participating publishers will be available for backup starting today. Backups from participating publishers can be downloaded in high definition PDF and CBZ.

Customers will continue to enjoy all their purchases – whether available as a DRM-free backup or not – on the comiXology platform in comiXology’s exclusive cinematic Guided View reading experience, anytime and anywhere.

Caliber’s Talismen: Return of the Exile shipping in July

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Brett

Talismen: Return of the Exile will be one of Caliber Comics’ initial releases and scheduled to hit comic shops in July, 2014.

The fantasy story tells the tale of Marine Corporal Ollie Steele who is about to be executed by terrorists when he finds himself magically transported to the Plane of Imaginings, the land where dreams and nightmares originate. In this dreamland village, Ollie is told that he has been there before, and that he is destined to save them from the neighboring realm of nightmares. There is also a young woman named Astrina who insists she and Ollie are destined to fall in love. Ollie is in a world of imagination yet one that can be all too real

Talismen will be relased as a full color graphic novel and is written by Steve Jones and illustrated by Barb Jones, the creator and co-writer. It had originated years ago as a web comic and the graphic novel concludes the storyline and brings it together. During iits online run, Talismen was nominated for the Web Cartoonist’ Choice Award.

In addition to the graphic novel, Talismen will be supported by a young adult novel, Talismen: The Knightmare Knife which explores Ollie’s first excursion into the Plane when he was only twelve years old. Both the graphic novel and young adult novel are designed as standalone stories.

The Diamond order code is MAY141238. The full color graphic novel is $16.99.
ISBN: 978-0-9960306-1-8. 104 pages.

Caliber Comics Announces Their Summer Releases

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Brett

Caliber Comics, one of the leading independent comic companies of the 90’s, announced its return to publishing in February of this year. Now they are announcing their schedule for the summer of 2014.

Caliber will be releasing only graphic novels initially with no timetable on releasing monthly periodicals. Here’s their announced schedule for the summer:

July

Talismen is a full color young adult graphic novel about a modern day soldier finding himself waking up in a fantasy land and tabbed as a returning hero. From creators Steve Jones and Barb Jacobs.

Wayne Vansant, the noted historical artist for books such as The Civil War series from Heritage and Days of Darkness, tells the tales of the Waffen SS in Knights of the Skull which will be released in black and white.

August

Hitting shelves will be a new printing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show comic collection. Adapted by Kevin Vanhook, Kevin has also gone through the pages and made some adjustments, primarily in the coloring of the pages. In addition to a new cover and some guest pinup pages, the section on the audience participation guide will be replaced with a look at Rocky Horror and what went into the comic production.

From writer Danny Boyd and artist Edi Guedes, Carbon is an ecological adventure tale based on the turmoil of coal extraction in West Virginia. Film director John Sayles provides the introduction.

September

Storyville: The Prostitute Murders is an original mystery in graphic novel format. Set in early 1900 New Orleans, Storyville was the legalized red light district. In this tale, written by Gary Reed and illustrated by Wayne Reid, someone is killing the prostitutes and their clients and the lead detective is forced to work with a doctor specialized in psychotherapy in an attempt to figure out the motive for the murders.

Also by Reed is Subversives: Tales of Rebels, Spies, Schemers and Other Acts of Misdeeds. Reed explores brief glimpses into the lives of the famous and infamous in this survey of traitors and subversives throughout history. Some exploits are well known, or believed to be and of course, there are always a number of surprises.

Also in September is Disciples: The New Magic, a full color graphic novel collecting the Image series featuring art from Laurence Campbell, artist on Mike Mignola’s B.R.P.D. and Deadpool, Punisher, and Wolverine for Marvel. Written by Chris Dows and Colin Clayton, Disciples are a misfit group of seers, magicians, and wielders of the Black Arts whose own internal politics pose as great a threat to their survival as any outside influence.

With all of the books in the final stages of production and all but one have the complete art finished, Caliber publisher Gary Reed has said “These books will ship on time.” He added that there will be other books printed but most of them are collections of previously published material which will probably not be carried by Diamond Distributors.

Reed said that since Caliber first announced its return, most of the effort has been to bring the Caliber library into digital format for all the various formats. “From Transfuzion (Reed’s former publishing company that rolled into Caliber), we had some 45 graphic novels which not only have to be converted to Caliber titles but also digitized for the formats. Plus, we’ve picked up a number of other titles, both previously published and new material.” Reed also said that the digital formatting was nearly complete. As for new titles, Reed said that there will be likely a short delay releasing to digital after the print version, especially for any titles that go through Diamond Comics, but no specific time frame has been set as of yet.