Imprint Magma Comix is forging a new path independent of legendary magazine Heavy Metal.

Originally founded in 2020 by industry veteran Denton J. Tipton (IDW Publishing, Opus Comics), the newly minted comic book publisher is dedicated to the belief in the value of creativity and also recognizes that it all starts with the creator. 

Magma Comix creators will be given a fair and transparent deal with advance royalties, as well as first-look deals with partners to be revealed. The publisher will offer direct market support through a multi-distributor approach with simple, low-risk ordering for retailers, with a limited number of variant covers and returnability. The catalog will feature new and original fiction for mature audiences.

The company launches with a team of industry veterans, including Editor-in-chief Bobby Curnow, Sales and Marketing Manager Joel Elad (IDW, Top Cow), and Operations Manager Mike Ford (IDW). Jeff Webber of The Webber Agency will represent the publisher for international sales and licensing.   

Magma Comix will announce projects in the coming months with legendary creators and talented newcomers, along with an innovative program to help all creators get published. 

To learn more, check out the Magma Comix Resurfaces! panel at San Diego Comic-Con International, Friday July 21, 7:00-8:00 PM in Room 4. Come meet the team and find out which of your favorite creators will be involved!