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Review: An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ the Wisp

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Will_O_the_Wisp_rev_Page_1After her parents’ accidental death by mushroom poisoning, young Aurora Grimeon is sent to live with her estranged grandfather on Ossuary Isle, deep in the southern swamps. Joined by her grandfather’s pet raccoon Missy, Aurora explores the fog-covered island of graves. Along the way she meets its sinister residents who care for the tombstones and mausoleums, living out their lives by the strange rules of Hoodoo magic. When ghostly things start happening out in the swamp and island residents start disappearing, Aurora thrusts herself into the middle of the mystery, uncovering secrets that might be better left buried.

Writer Tom Hammock and up-and-coming powerhouse artist Megan Hutchinson have put together a young-adult novel with a strong female lead in An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ the Wisp. This is a story that’s a fun a creepy read for the younger set. I could easily see this series finding a big audience as a prose book and hopefully those same individuals will give this graphic novel a chance.

The series has a great setting to it, taking place in the swamp of what I assume is Louisiana. Mixing Hoodoo magic with ghosts the story is a solid ghost story for the tweenage set. The characters are interesting and fun playing their various roles. There’s a lot I liked here. The early parts of the story outright debates science versus magic, drawing the reader into the magical world more and more to a point you don’t question it. There’s also some events that were shocking they happened. Things I thought might be made “ok” were left tragic and sad. It’s refreshing…. in a twisted way. Aurora too is a fun character. She doesn’t belong in this world, but just like us the reader, she’s slowly dragged into it, eventually accepting it all.

Hutchinson’s line work is delicate, animated, and spooky, blending influences from Tim Burton and Mike Mignola. It’s a perfect fit for the spookiness of the story and each character is a unique design. Overall, the art is fantastic and Hutchinson is a welcomed addition to the comic world.

This feels like the beginning of a wonderful series of graphic novels. Hopefully we see more of Aurora and her magical world.

Story: Tom Hammock Art: Megan Hutchison
Story: 8 Art: 8 Overall: 8 Recommendation: Buy

BOOM! Studios/Archaia provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Interview: Women of BOOM! – Megan Hutchison

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Megan HutchisonIt’s Thursday which brings us a new interview and our 11th “Women of BOOM!” feature, spotlighting the many kick-ass women that work at BOOM!, Archaia and KaBOOM! We’re focusing on everyone, editors, designers, writers, artists, you name it! We’re making sure to include the hard-working folks whose contributions are often overlooked in the process.

BOOM! (and KaBOOM! and Archaia) has given us unprecedented access and the chance to ask questions to their staff, and creative teams, to find out why the publisher is so successful in hiring women and their experiences in the comic industry as women.

Artist Megan Hutchison is up to the plate this week. Her graphic novel An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ the Wisp debuts this week from Archaia. Hutchinson’s line work is delicate, animated, and spooky, blending influences from Tim Burton and Mike Mignola. The story follows a young girl who is forced to live with her estranged grandfather on a mysterious island where she thrusts herself into the middle of the mystery on it, uncovering secrets that might be better left buried.

Graphic Policy: How did you get involved in the comic book industry?

Megan Hutchison: I came into the comic industry through making movies. I met my writing partner at film school and we developed our graphic novel based on a screenplay that he was outlining. I always wanted to draw professionally, especially a comic book or graphic novel, so we decided to put a pitch together and shop it around. It was picked up and just recently completed. Comic books and movies are surprisingly similar — both are narrative, visual storytelling.  Film has helped me to become a better comic book illustrator and illustrating has made me a better filmmaker.

GP: Did you read comics growing up? Do you read them now?

MH: When I was a kid my older brother read comic books, so I read comic books as well. My dad would take us to the comic store every other Saturday to pick out a few issues of whatever we were reading, so learned to draw coping pages out of X-Men and Batman as most young artists do. At the comic store I was also exposed to Manga, which influenced my art quite a bit. As my brother and I got older, we grew out of it until the last few years of high school when I was introduced to graphic novels though other artist friends. I read every graphic novel I could get my hands on. I still do.

GP: How did you come to work with BOOM!/Archaia?Will_O_the_Wisp_rev_Page_1

MH: When we had put our pitch together for our graphic novel, we researched a few publishers that we’d like to approach. What really stood out to us about Archaia was the quality of their books. They are beautifully printed, designed, and a lot of care goes into each book. I was drawn to the quality and uniqueness of artwork of each of their projects.  We knew that we wanted to have that kind of quality and care given to our project. We consider ourselves very lucky to work with such talented editors and other creatives throughout the whole process.

GP: How would you describe your job for people?

MH: I get to make movies on a page. While drawing a page I become the director, production designer, cinematographer, costume designer, etc. It’s a dream job.

GP: For people who want to pursue a career in what you do, what advice would you give them?

MH: Anything worth having is something worth fighting for, and creating and illustrating a comic book or graphic novel is no different. If it is something that you want, you have to go after it. It is very very tough, but there is nothing else like it.

GP: Did you have a mentor to help you break into the industry? Do you mentor anyone yourself?

MH: I was very fortunate to have Ed Brubaker as my mentor. I was art directing a film that he had written, when he took a shine to my writing partner and I. During our many weeks on set, he introduced us to his friends in the comic book industry, which helped us get our foot in the door. He is still a big advocate of our work and has been very supportive through the whole process. Although I don’t mentor anyone personally, I would like to.

GP: Do you think women have a more difficult time breaking in and making it in the comic industry, if so why? And if yes, how do you think that can be overcome?

MH: As in the film industry, there are very few woman in the comic industry. It does make it harder to break into the “boys club” as a female. However, what I found in the comic industry is that there is a lot more support. I met with a lot of female editors who would bend over backwards for me because they want to see other talented woman thrive. I think that is the key. We should all be supporting each other.

GP: We notice that when it comes to women in the comic industry, BOOM!/Archaia has a lot of diversity present. Why do you think have they succeeded when so many other publishers struggle with this?

MH: BOOM!/Archaia’s books are unique and diverse, which represents the motivation of the company. There is a lot of creativity and out of the box thinking within the company, which needs to come from a range of different creative people. I think the older companies struggle with this a bit because it is hard to change these out-of-date rules of what kind of comics are made and how to make them.

GP: We’ve heard horror stories concerning women in the industry, have you ever seen or been discriminated/harassed and if so, how did you handle it?

MH: I’m very lucky to not have had to deal the discrimination first hand, although I know that it’s there. What I do notice is, within the comic industry, it’s hard to find material about a strong female character who isn’t overly sexualized. I think this is a problem. Much of what motivated my writing partner and I to develop our story in particular was the main character being a young girl who solves the mystery using her brain, bravery and science. Growing up reading comics, thewoman were all very unrealistic, which is the result of a male dominated industry. I think it is important for not only woman, but all creators to make material for today’s female audience.

GP: What advice do you have for women looking to break into the comic book industry?

MH: You have to be brave and rely on your integrity to break into in this industry. I have been passed over for so many jobs because I’m a woman, but I refuse to let that stop me. Find like-minded people who will build you up and strengthen you as you work towards your goal.  Push the negative people aside, they will only slow you down. If you have a passion, relentlessly follow it.

Preview: An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ the Wisp

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An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ the Wisp

Writer(s): Tom Hammock
Artist(s): Megan Hutchison

After her parents’ accidental death by mushroom poisoning, young Aurora Grimeon is sent to live with her estranged grandfather on Ossuary Isle, deep in the southern swamps. Joined by her grandfather’s pet raccoon Missy, Aurora explores the fog-covered island of graves. Along the way she meets its sinister residents who care for the tombstones and mausoleums, living out their lives by the strange rules of Hoodoo magic. When ghostly things start happening out in the swamp and island residents start disappearing, Aurora thrusts herself into the middle of the mystery, uncovering secrets that might be better left buried.

From the creative team of writer Tom Hammock (award-winning indie screenwriter and director) and up-and-coming powerhouse artist Megan Hutchinson. Hutchinson’s line work is delicate, animated, and spooky, blending influences from Tim Burton and Mike Mignola.

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Archaia Announces An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ The Wisp

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Archaia has announced An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ The Wisp, an original graphic novel debuting in January. From the creative team of writer Tom Hammock and artist Megan Hutchison (who both work as film production designers) comes an eerie mystery filled with danger, Hoodoo, and murder, and featuring a beautiful package design that includes a diary-like clasp.

After her parents’ accidental death by mushroom poisoning, young Aurora Grimeon is sent to live with her estranged grandfather on Ossuary Isle, a fog-covered island of graves set deep in the southern swamps. There she will meet the sinister residents who care for the tombstones and mausoleums, living out their lives by the strange rules of Hoodoo magic. When ghostly things start happening out in the swamp and island residents start disappearing, Aurora thrusts herself into the middle of the mystery, uncovering secrets that might be better left buried!

An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will O’ The Wisp arrives in comic shops on January 22nd with a cover price of $24.95 under Diamond order code SEP130877.

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BOOM! Studios and Archaia in November 2013

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PROTOCOL #1

Author: Michael Alan Nelson
Artist: Mariano Navarro
Cover Artist: Stephane Roux
$3.99

WHY WE LOVE IT: Written by Michael Alan Nelson (SUPERGIRL, HEXED) and drawn by newcomer Mariano Navarro, PROTOCOL is an action-packed espionage series with a compelling cast of young characters struggling with their transition into adulthood.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: PROTOCOL is a tense thriller perfect for fans of fun spy fiction like TV’s Alias or Mission: Impossible.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Grabbed up by the United States government and thrown into training camps, orphans around the country have been raised to become America’s next generation of superspies. Now, as adults, they live amongst us, ready for “the family” to call them back into action.

IMAGINE AGENTS #2

Author: Brian Joines
Artist: Bachan
Cover Artists: (A) Khary Randolph (B – Connecting Variant) Felipe Smith
(A) $3.99; (B) $0.00

YOU MAY HAVE FORGOTTEN ABOUT THEM. BUT YOUR IMAGINARY FRIEND HASN’T FORGOT ABOUT YOU.
Terry and Dave must gather their wits and uncover the mystery behind Dapple’s evil plan. With the help of the toy-filled, lovable gelatin-mass, Blounder, they may just have a chance to crack the case. Unbeknownst to them, the kidnapping of Furdlegurr has put 6-year-old Elliot Fairview onto Dapple’s trail.


SONS OF ANARCHY #3

Author: Christopher Golden
Artist: Damian Couceiro
Cover Artist: Paul Azeceta
$3.99

With the plan to transfer Kendra to a safe haven in place, Tig, Jax and the rest of SAMCRO prepare for the dangerous cross-country ride. But Griggs and the Ghost Brothers are already hot on their trail, and even worse, some of SAMCRO is beginning to question risking everything just to help the ex-porn-star daughter of a long dead member…

HIT #3

Author: Bryce Carlson
Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey
Cover Artist: Ryan Sook
$3.99

As the noose slowly tightens, Slater is left with a choice: Does he give in to Blair’s sadistic demands and rejoin the Hit Squad, or does he take action against the East Coast mafia to save Bonnie? But really, he doesn’t have much of a choice at all…


ROBOCOP: LAST STAND #4

Story: Frank Miller
Sequential Adaptation: Steven Grant
Artist: Korkut Öztekin
Cover Artist: Declan Shalvey

Roaring down the burning streets of a dying city in a juiced-up cruiser, RoboCop must disappear into the night or meet his end by the onslaught of OCP officers on his tail. Barely functioning and fighting to maintain consciousness, RoboCop will need all the help he can get to survive.

3 GUNS #4

Author: Steven Grant
Artist: Emilio Laiso
Cover Artist: Rafael Albuquerque
$3.99

The gun deal Trench and Steadman were blackmailed into facilitating has gone south, and now the two guns are caught in the crossfire of the two warring factions. Meanwhile, Joey meets up with her government handler, leveraging the stolen weapons and money into a last-ditch attempt to bring both sides to justice.

SIX-GUN GORILLA #6

Author: Simon Spurrier
Artist: Jeff Stokely
Cover Artist: Ramón Pérez

Blue has almost made it back to the BlisterGate in his mission to return the dying general’s love-token to his Earth-side wife. The only problem? He’ll have to cross a battlefield to get there, with both the Rebels and the BXF soldiers out to get him and no 6GG in sight.

SUICIDE RISK #7

Author: Mike Carey
Artist: Elena Casagrande
Cover Artist: Tommy Lee Edwards
$3.99

With the Nightmare Crew’s true plan revealed, Leo Winters must test the very limits of his burgeoning power to stop them—but will using his powers play right into their hands? Or, cause an even bigger tragedy than the one Leo’s putting so much at risk trying to stop?

CLIVE BARKERS: NEXT TESTAMENT #7

Authors: Clive Barker, Mark Miller
Artist: Haemi Jang
Cover Artist: Goni Montes

As Tristan and Elspeth continue their race to Providence, their new traveling companions may hold the key to the mystery of Wick’s brethren. Meanwhile, Wick’s jealousy leads to a show of force unlike any of his previous acts.

HELLRAISER: THE DARK WATCH #10

Authors: Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert
Artist: Tom Garcia
Cover Artist: Lorenoa Carvalho

Elliot Spencer’s last run-in with Leviathan didn’t go as planned, but the lord of the Labyrinth has no idea what his former protege has in store for him…

FANBOYS VS. ZOMBIES #20

Author: Shane Houghton
Artis: Jerry Gaylord
Cover Artist: Jerry Gaylord

Series Finale! “4 Stories of the Apocalypse” concludes with an alternate reality tale: What if the Wrecking Crew turned zombie at SDCC, and the scrappy creators of a comic book series called FANBOYS VS. ZOMBIES were the only humans left alive to stop them?

DEATHMATCH #12

Author: Paul Jenkins
Artist: Carlos Magno
Cover Artist: Carlos Magno

The final battle is here, as the two heroes left standing wage war for the fate of the universe. This is the conclusion to the vaunted superhero maxiseries from famed creators Paul Jenkins (FAIRY QUEST, INHUMANS) and Carlos Magno (PLANET OF THE APES, TRANSFORMERS).

REGULAR SHOW: SKIPS #1

Author: Mad Rupert
Artist: Mad Rupert
Cover Artists: (A) Mad Rupert (B) Kel McDonald (C) Mia Schwartz (D) Tessa Stone
(A, B, C, or D) $3.99

WHY WE LOVE IT: No one is more mysterious in the crazy world of REGULAR SHOW than Skips, the park’s enigmatic yeti groundskeeper who always seems to know what’s going on. Finally, we get to see the world from his point of view.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Because you know that REGULAR SHOW is anything but ordinary…and newcomer Mad Rupert has crafted a comic that is extraordinary.

WHAT’S IT ABOUT: Pops decides to take the team on a mini-vacation for all the good work they’ve done. Little does Skips know, this vacation is not going to be a restful one…

HEROBEAR AND THE KID: THE INHERITANCE #4

Author: Mike Kunkel
Artist: Mike Kunkel
Cover: Mike Kunkel
$3.99

Tyler learns what it means to be a hero while at the same time trying to figure out the mystery behind Von Klon. He might finally feel like he’s getting some answers, but it looks like he’s also getting more questions. A great story of a boy and his best friend overcoming the crazy obstacles that life throws at us.

ADVENTURE TIME: CANDY CAPERS #5

Authors: Yuko Ota and Ananth Panagariya
Artist: Ian McGinty
Cover Artists: (A) Nomi Kane (B), Linda Price, (C) Larry Birdsall, (D) Mad Rupert
(A, B, C, or D) $3.99

This ADVENTURE TIME whodunit continues with hilarious team-ups no one is expecting as Ooo searches for its newest hero, but is Peppermint Butler any closer to figuring out what happened to Finn and Jake? Each issue is great for fans by itself but for series readers, it’ll only be a matter of time before the truth finally comes out.


REGULAR SHOW #8

Author: KC Green
Artist: Allison Strejlau
Cover Artists: (A) Phil Jacobson, (B) Reed Black, (C) Yumi Sakugawa,
(D) Jemma Salume
(A, B, C, or D) $3.99

The newest issue of this not-so-regular REGULAR SHOW comic once again takes Mordecai and Rigby on an adventure that could only be found in a comic book! A great series for fans of slacker comedy, ’80s humor, and awesome, one-of-a-kind art!

GARFIELD #19

Authors: Mark Evanier, Scott Nickelt
Artist: Andy Hirsch
Cover Artist: Gary Barker
$3.99

Garfield and the gang have plenty to give thanks for, and we’re going to share two all-new stories this month, including the gang getting into some turkey day shenanigans, and the next chapter of the Lasagna Monster saga!

BRAVEST WARRIORS #14

Author: Joey Comeau
Artist: Mike Holmes
Cover Artists: (A) Tyson Hesse, (B) Kerrith Johnson, (C) Ashley Davis, (D) Matt Sheean
(A, B, C, or D) $3.99

Things are never easy for the Bravest Warriors; it’s probably what makes them so gosh darn likable. This issue isn’t just another “will they, won’t they” between Beth and Chris (answer: socks), it’s another mission where the Bravest Warriors will get to bring their unique personalities together to overcome all obstacles in their way!

ADVENTURE TIME #22

Author: Ryan North
Artists: Shelli Paroline, Braden Lamb
Cover Artists: (A) Mike Holmes, (B) Sarah Harrocks, (C) Tessa Stone, (D) Allen Lau
(A, B, C, or D) $3.99

Finn and Jake find themselves in a sticky situation when Princess Bubblegum’s experiments searching for the origin of life—specifically, her life—go horribly wrong, overcoming the Candy Kingdom! What sour weapon can the boys find that can overcome something so primordially sweet?

PEANUTS #13

Authors: Charles M. Schulz, Various
Artists: Charles M. Schulz, Various
Cover Artist: Charles M. Schulz

When it comes to winning this year’s Miss Crabby Pageant, Lucy is going all out. But with competition like Molley Volley and Crybaby Boobie, can Lucy out crabby her way to the shiny winner’s trophy? Enjoy “Miss Crabby Pageant” and many more Peanuts adventures in this latest issue, full of heart and fun galore!

STEED AND MRS. PEEL VOL. 2: THE SECRET HISTORY OF SPACE TP

Author: Caleb Monroe
Artist: Yasmin Liang
Cover Artist: Joseph Michael Linsner
$14.99

Caleb Monroe and Yasmin Liang bring you all-new stories of the original Avengers, as the super-spy duo face a murderous conductor, crack the case of the Suicide Town, and get into a literal race against time. Collecting issues 4-7.

PLANET OF THE APES: CATACLYSM VOL. 2 TP

Authors: Corinna Bechko, Gabriel Hardman
Artist: Damian Couceiro
Cover Artist: Alex Ross

After the cataclysm that devastated Ape City, Doctor Zaius, his family, Cornelius, and Marcus are tasked with the difficult and often treacherous responsibility of rebuilding civilization. But what terror lies beneath the ruins? Ancient mysteries unfold and Ape City continues to crumble while Zaius’ search for answers winds its way deeper into the unknown. Collecting issues 5-8 of the critically acclaimed series.

ADVENTURE TIME VOL 2: PIXEL PRINCESS OGN

Authors: Danielle Corsetto
Artist: Zack Sterling
Cover Artist: Stephanie Gonzaga

WHY WE LOVE IT: Our favorite princesses are getting a chance to take the main stage as they learn the importance of friendship and what it really means to wear a crown.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: It’s a book about how Princesses can overcome their differences while at the same time kicking butt and taking names.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Princess gatherings aren’t always tea parties and doilies, there is a lot more to being a Princess that one might think. Danielle Corsetto (GIRLS WITH SLINGSHOTS) and Zack Sterling return with an
adventure where some of our favorite princesses learn what it really takes to be a princess, while learning to respect each other for their unique outlooks on life.

THE JOYNERS IN 3D HC

Author: R.J. Ryan
Artist: David Marquez
Cover Artist: David Marquez
$29.95

In mid-21st century Northern California, prosperous technology executive George Joyner stands on the brink of revolutionizing life in America (again) with his latest high-flying invention. But just as business booms, George’s private life begins to implode, with devastating consequences, for his wife Sonya, their children Rochester and Michelle, and Sonya’s ailing father, David. Brought to life in stunning anaglyph 3-D (two pairs of glasses come enclosed with each book), The Joyners in 3D details a story of personal betrayals, industrial intrigue, and sexual desire in uncompromising and visually impeccable terms. The Joyners in 3D reunites writer R.J. Ryan and Ultimate Spider-Man illustrator David Marquez, collaborators on Archaia’s acclaimed graphic novel Syndrome, for which Marquez earned a 2011 Russ Manning Award nomination.

MOUSE GUARD: LEGENDS OF THE GUARD VOL. 2 HC

Authors: David Petersen, Ben Caldwell, Eric Canete, Rick Geary, Cory Godbey, Cliff Monear, Stan Sakai, Jemma Salume, Christian Slade, Jackson Sze, Nick Tapalansky, Bill Willingham, and C. P. Wilson III
Artists: David Petersen, Ben Caldwell, Eric Canete, Alex Eckman-Lawn, Rick Geary, Justin Gerard, Cory Godbey, Jemma Salume, Stan Sakai, Christian Slade, Jackson Sze, Bill Willingham, and C. P. Wilson III
Cover Artist: David Petersen
$19.95

The 2011 Eisner Award winner for Best Anthology is back with a second volume! In the mouse tavern known as the June Alley Inn, a new round of storytelling begins between the patrons. Their goal is to be declared the best story of the night in hopes of having their outstanding debt to the barmaid forgiven. Each story is written and illustrated by a different creator, while Mouse Guard creator David Petersen supplies the tavern scenes! Legends of the Guard continues the tradition of featuring handpicked artists and storytellers by Petersen, including fan-favorites like Stan Sakai (Usagi Yokimbo), C.P. Wilson III (The Stuff of Legend), and Bill Willingham (Fables), and up-and-comers like Christian Slade (Korgi), Rick Geary (The Adventures of Blanche), and Jemma Salume (Unicorn Life Cycle).

AN AURORA GRIMEON STORY: WILL O’ THE WISP HC

Author: Tom Hammock
Artist: Megan Hutchison
Cover Artist: Megan Hutchison
$24.95

After her parents’ accidental death by mushroom poisoning, young Aurora Grimeon is sent to live with her estranged grandfather on Ossuary Isle, deep in the southern swamps. Joined by her grandfather’s pet raccoon Missy, Aurora explores the fog-covered island of graves. Along the way, she meets its sinister residents who care for the tombstones and mausoleums, living out their lives by the strange rules of Hoodoo magic. When ghostly things start happening out in the swamp and island residents start disappearing, Aurora thrusts herself into the middle of the mystery, uncovering secrets that might be better left buried.

MOON LAKE VOL. 2 HC

Author: Dan Fogler, Kevin J. Anderson, and Andrew Harrison
Artists: Nadir Balan, Kevin Colden, Dan Dougherty, Alex Horley, Fernando Pinto, Darick Robertson, Alex Sheikman, Jeff Stokely, and Anna Wieszczyk
Cover Artist: Alex Horley
$24.95

This follow-up to Dan Fogler’s (“Take Me Home Tonight,” “Fanboys”) first volume of Moon Lake is a new collection of stories that mesh comedy, horror, and science fiction into one insane anthology that’s inspired by Tales From The Crypt and Heavy Metal. A seemingly harmless body of water is actually a mysterious portal into the weird and deranged, affecting all who come into contact with it. From zombie dinosaurs to an inter-dimensional Sasquatch trying to save its species from extinction to a mass-murdering high school cheerleader, enjoy more twisted tales from Moon Lake!

Archaia Announces An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will o’ the Wisp HC

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Archaia Entertainment, an imprint of BOOM! Studios, is proud to announce a new original graphic novel coming this November: An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will o’ the Wisp. The fantasy tale about a young girl who is sent to live with her estranged grandfather on Ossuary Isle, located in the eerie swamps of the Louisiana bayou, is the debut for first time graphic novel writer Tom Hammock and artist Megan Hutchison. Once there, she is introduced to and begins practicing Hoodoo, a form of magic that deals with elements of the supernatural.

Hammock explained what readers can expect:

Readers can expect plenty of wicked delights and dark things to envelope Aurora Grimeon. Like any big life change, she will have to contend with the usual things: finding new friends, getting used to a new place to live… but in this case the swamp and its island of tombstones brings with it its sinister residents, supernatural occurrences, disappearances, and murder… to go with unsavory new chores, an unexpected new pet, and maybe even a cute boy.

And Hutchison added details on some of what went into the design of the world:

We did extensive research into ancient tools, weather, plants, Hoodoo, and a lot of other aspects to come up with Aurora’s extraordinary world. Aurora’s character was the most fun to design. She is strong, smart, yet vulnerable. Again, through research—and my own closet—I came up with some fun ways for Aurora to express herself to the audience as a young girl finding her voice through her own creativity.

An Aurora Grimeon Story: Will o’ the Wisp ($24.95, hardcover, 208 pages, full color, 6” x 9”, ISBN: 978-1-936393-78-7) will go on sale in comic book shops and wherever books are sold this November. It can be pre-ordered through comic book shops using Diamond Order Code SEP130877.

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