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The Devil’s Cut is DSTLRY’s debut but is it enough to excite?

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The Devil’s Cut is your introduction to DSTLRY, a new publisher redefining creator-owned comics. In the aging process, the whiskey that evaporates is called the Angel’s Share. But the most potent spirits are captured in the wood-the Devil’s Cut. This is The Devil’s Cut-unfiltered stories from the most fearless creators, offering a distinct taste of the quality to come. 72 oversized pages printed on premium paper. This kick-off issue will never be reprinted in this format again.

Estimated release: August 30, 2023

Writer: James Tynion IV, Marc Bernardin, Elsa Charretier, PK Colinet, Stephanie Phillips, Mirka Andolfo, Jock, Brian Azzarello, Scott Snyder, Jamie McKelvie, Ram V, Becky Cloonan, Tula Lotay
Art: Christian Ward, Ariela Kristantina, Elsa Charretier, Joelle Jones, Mirka Andolfo, Jock, Eduardo Risso, Francesco Francavilla, Jamie McKelvie, Lee Garbett, Becky Cloonan, Tula Lotay
Color: Lee Loughridge, Nick Filardi
Letterer: Aditya Bidikar, Bernardo Brice, Clayton Cowles, Lucas Gattoni, Fabio Amelia, Jared K. Fletcher, Andworld Design, Richard Starkings
Localization: Steve Orlando
Story Assistant: Tyler Jennes

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DSTLRY Announces 8 new series spinning out of The Devil’s Cut

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The Devil's Cut

DSTLRY has announced that eight of the 11 stories contained in The Devil’s Cut will continue as series in the fall of 2023 and throughout 2024, making The Devil’s Cut an instant collector’s item and key issue.

The eight stories from The Devil’s Cut that will be expanded into full DSTLRY series include:

  • “Spectregraph” by James Tynion IV, Christian Ward, and Aditya Bidikar
  • “Shepherd” by Marc Bernardin, Ariela Kristantina, Lee Loughridge, and Bernardo Brice
  • “8 Rules to Make It Out in One Piece” by Elsa Charretier, PK Colinet, Nick Filardi, and Clayton Cowles
  • “A Blessed Day” by Mirka Andolfo, Fabio Amelia, Arancia Studio, and Steve Orlando
  • “The Stowaway” by Jock
  • “Deleted Scene, #2” by Brian Azzarello, Eduardo Risso, and Jared K. Fletcher
  • “White Boat” by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, Andworld Design, and Tyler Jennes
  • “What Blighted Flame Burns in Thee?” by Becky Cloonan, Tula Lotay, and Richard Starkings

The Devil’s Cut features a main cover by New York Times-bestselling artist Jock, an open-to-order variant cover by Francesco Francavilla, and incentive variant covers by Becky Cloonan (1:10), Tula Lotay (1:25), Joëlle Jones (1:50), and Mirka Andolfo (1:75). 

The Devil’s Cut is available for pre-order now and will be on sale at local comic shops and digitally via www.dstlry.co on Wednesday, August 30. Digital copies will be available directly from DSTLRY until September 6. After September 6, digital owners can resell their copies on the DSTLRY marketplace at a price of their choosing, with a percentage of each resale going directly back to creators.

DSTLRY reveals a first look at The Devil’s Cut

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DSTLRY has revealed a sneak peek at its debut print and digital release, The Devil’s Cut, with 11 art previews from its 11 top-shelf stories, as well as the unveiling of all covers that are currently available to order via Diamond Comic Distributors and Lunar Distribution. Arriving in stores and online on Wednesday, August 30, The Devil’s Cut is an 88-page, premium format one-shot that hails from DSTLRY’s Founding Creators and Friends.

Today’s previews show off a first taste of art from each slice of The Devil’s Cut, with offerings ranging from cutting edge sci-fi and westerns to fast-paced action thrillers, quiet meditations on humanity, and a stunningly diverse array of horror tales.

The Devil’s Cut features a main cover by New York Times-bestselling artist Jock, an open-to-order variant cover by Francesco Francavilla, and incentive variant covers by Becky Cloonan (1:10), Tula Lotay (1:25), Joëlle Jones (1:50), and Mirka Andolfo (1:75).

Eleven stories combine to make The Devil’s Cut including:

  • “Spectregraph” by James Tynion IV, Christian Ward, and Aditya Bidikar
  • “Shepherd” by Marc Bernardin, Ariela Kristantina, Lee Loughridge, and Bernardo Brice
  • “8 Rules to Make It Out in One Piece” by Elsa Charretier, PK Colinet, Nick Filardi, and Clayton Cowles
  • “What’s Mine is Hearse” by Stephanie Phillips, Joëlle Jones, and Lucas Gattoni
  • “A Blessed Day” by Mirka Andolfo, Fabio Amelia, Arancia Studio, and Steve Orlando
  • “The Stowaway” by Jock
  • “Deleted Scene, #2” by Brian Azzarello, Eduardo Risso, and Jared K. Fletcher
  • “White Boat” by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, Andworld Design, and Tyler Jennes
  • “What Happens Next…” by Jamie McKelvie and Aditya Bidikar
  • “Waiting to Die” by Ram V, Lee Garbett, Lee Loughridge, and Aditya Bidikar
  • “What Blighted Flame Burns in Thee?” by Becky Cloonan, Tula Lotay, and Richard Starkings

The Devil’s Cut is available for pre-order now and will be on sale at local comic shops and digitally via www.dstlry.co on Wednesday, August 30. Digital copies will be available directly from DSTLRY until September 6, while digital owners can resell their copies at any time on the DSTLRY marketplace at a price of their choosing, with a percentage of each resale paid directly to the creators. Retailers can place print orders now through Lunar Distribution (FOC: July 2; 0623DY327) and Diamond Comic Distributors (FOC: July 3; JUN231789).

DSTLRY reveals The Devil’s Cut

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DSTLRY has announced details of its first-ever, limited-edition print and digital release, The Devil’s Cut. Featuring stories from DSTLRY’s Founding Creators, the print release will include 72 premium, oversized pages and will hit comic book shelves worldwide this August, available to be ordered by retailers now through either Diamond Comic Distributors or Lunar Distribution. Fans will also be able to purchase a digital version of The Devil’s Cut via www.dstlry.co the same day as the print release.

The Devil's Cut

In the aging process, the whiskey that evaporates is called the Angel’s Share, but the most potent spirits are captured in the wood—the Devil’s Cut. DSTLRY’s The Devil’s Cut features a flight of high-proof work and unfiltered stories from the most fearless creators. Edited by the legendary Will Dennis, The Devil’s Cut is a one-shot offering with stories crafted by the most innovative pioneers in comics, including the Founding Creators of DSTLRY:

  • Mirka Andolfo (Sweet Paprika, Mercy)
  • Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Joker)
  • Marc Bernardin (Adora and the Distance, Star Trek: Picard)
  • Elsa Charretier (Love Everlasting, November)
  • Becky Cloonan (Wonder Woman, Batgirls)
  • Lee Garbett (Spider-Man, Skyward)
  • Jock (Batman: One Dark Knight, Wytches)
  • Joëlle Jones (Lady Killer, Catwoman)
  • Tula Lotay (Barnstormers)
  • Jamie McKelvie (The Wicked + The Divine, Captain Carter)
  • Junko Mizuno (Pure Trance, Ravina the Witch?)
  • Stephanie Phillips (Grim, Harley Quinn)
  • Scott Snyder (Batman, Wytches)
  • James Tynion IV (Something Is Killing the Children, The Joker War)
  • Ram V (Detective Comics, The Many Deaths of Laila Starr)

The Devil’s Cut also features a host of incredibly talented artists including:

  • Francesco Francavilla (Detective Comics, Night of the Ghoul)
  • Ariela Kristantina (InSEXts, Deep State)
  • Eduardo Risso (Batman: Broken City, 100 Bullets)
  • Christian Ward (Invisible Kingdom, Aquaman: Andromeda)

Cover A will feature stunning artwork from three-time New York Times best-selling artist Jock. Five additional variant covers are planned for DSTLRY’s debut issue, which will be revealed on a later date.

The Devil’s Cut will be available at local comic book stores and digitally on Wednesday, August 30. Following the original release, physical copies will not be reprinted in this format again, and digital copies will be accessible via DSTLRY until September 6, 2023. Digital owners can resell their copies on the DSTLRY marketplace at a price of their choosing, benefiting fans’ favorite creators with a percentage of resale value going directly back to creators.

Unsettling Terrors Live Next Door in The Neighbors #1

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BOOM! Studios has revealed a first look at The Neighbors #1, the premier issue of a brand new five-issue limited series from the highly acclaimed writer Jude Ellison S. Doyle with artist Letizia Cadonici and colorist Alessandro Santoro that treads new ground in changeling horror, available in stores March 22, 2023.

When Janet and Oliver Gowdie move to a quaint mountain town, their daughter Casey becomes part of a horrific chain of events revealing that their neighbors are anything but what they seem. Soon, an unsettling old woman named Agnes Early fixates on Janet and Oliver’s other daughter–2-year-old Isobel.

It becomes clear that it’s impossible to know who to trust… or who is even still human…

The Neighbors #1 features cover art by highly acclaimed artists Miguel Mercado, Rámon K. Perez, Frany, Fábio Moon, and Ariela Kristantina.

The Neighbors #1

Adora and the Distance wins the Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics

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Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics

The winner of the seventh annual Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity was announced in a video hosted by Phil LaMarr. Adora and the Distance written by Marc Bernardin and with art by Ariela Kristantina was revealed as the latest winner.

Adora and the Distance was published originally as a comiXology Original and then in print by Dark Horse in 2022.

Adora and the Distance was inspired by Marc Bernardin’s daughter and is a YA fantasy graphic novel following the epic adventures of Adora, a brave young woman of color who lives in a fantastical world with underground pirates, ghosts, and a mysterious force called “The Distance” which threatens to destroy it all.

Other nominees included Himawari House, Swim Team, Nuclear Power, and Girl Haven. The selection committee included Marv Wolfman, Colleen Doran, Heidi MacDonald, Jamal Igle, Joseph Illidge, Kevin Rubio, Geoffrey Thorne, David F. Walker, Will J. Warkins, and Matt Wayne.

The Neighbors are anything but what they seem…

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BOOM! Studios has announced The Neighbors, a brand new five-issue limited series from the highly acclaimed writer Jude Ellison S. Doyle with artist Letizia Cadonici and colorist Alessandro Santoro that treads new ground in changeling horror, available in stores March 2023.

When Janet and Oliver Gowdie move to a quaint mountain town, their daughter Casey becomes part of a horrific chain of events revealing that their neighbors are anything but what they seem. Soon, an unsettling old woman named Agnes Early fixates on Janet and Oliver’s other daughter–2-year-old Isobel.

It becomes clear that it’s impossible to know who to trust… or who is even still human… 

THE NEIGHBORS #1 features cover art by highly acclaimed artists Miguel Mercado, Rámon K. Perez, Frany,  Fábio Moon, Ariela Kristantina, and more.

Preview: Creepshow #3 (of 5)

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Creepshow #3 (of 5)

(W) Francesco Francavilla, L Marlow Francavilla, Ariela Kristantina (A) Francesco Francavilla, Jorge Corona (CA) Chris Burnham, Adriano Lucas
In Shops: Nov 23, 2022
SRP: $3.99

The Creep scares up two all-new standalone stories in this star-studded anthology based on the hit Shudder TV series.

FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA (Night of the Ghoul, Detective Comics) and L MARLOW FRANCAVILLA welcome you to a barbershop where the locals share tales of their greatest
kills, and the hunters can just as easily become prey.

ARIELA KRISTANTINA (Chain) and JORGE CORONA (THE ME YOU LOVE IN THE DARK) journey to a temple hidden within an island paradise, where many visit – but not everyone leaves.

Creepshow #3 (of 5)

Skybound unveils a first look at Creepshow #3

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Skybound has revealed a first look at Creepshow #3, the latest issue of the hot new comic book anthology based on Greg Nicotero’s hit Shudder TV series produced and licensed by Cartel Entertainment. Creepshow #3 will arrive in comic book shops on November 23, 2022.   

In the spirit of all iterations of Creepshow in pop culture, each issue of the Creepshow comic anthology series comes packed with two spine-chilling stories.  

First, Francesco Francavilla and L Marlow Francavilla welcome you to a barbershop where the locals share tales of their greatest kills, and the hunters can just as easily become prey. Francesco is additionally on duty for colors, and Pat Brosseau letters the story.  

Then, Ariela Kristantina and Jorge Corona journey to a temple hidden within an island paradise, where many visit, but not everyone leaves. Jean-Francois Beaulieu colors the story, and Pat Brosseau letters this story as well.  

In addition to the main cover by Chris Burnham, Creepshow #3 comes with an impressive lineup of variant covers, including a cover by Francesco Francavilla and a 1:10 incentive cover by Vance Kelly.  

Creepshow #3 (of 5) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.  

The full list of covers is below: 

  • CREEPSHOW #3 CVR A by Chris Burnham (SEP220249) 
  • CREEPSHOW #3 CVR B by Francesco Francavilla (SEP220250) 
  • CREEPSHOW #3 CVR C by Vance Kelly (1:10 Incentive) (SEP220251)
Creepshow #3

7th Annual Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics nominees announced

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Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics

The Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics has revealed the highly-anticipated finalists for the prestigious 7th annual prize.

The Selection Committee included new judge, David F. Walker, co-creator (with Brian Michael Bendis) of DC Comics’ and The CW’s Naomi McDuffie, so named in honor of Mr. McDuffie.

The NOMINEES for the 7th Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics are:

  • Adora and the Distance
    Writer: Marc Bernadin, Artist: Ariela Kristantina
  • Himawari House
    Writer & Artist: Harmony Becker
  • Swim Team
    Writer & Artist: Johnnie Christmas
  • Nuclear Power
    Writers: Desirée Proctor & Erica Harrell, Artist: Lynne Yoshii
  • Girl Haven
    Writer: Lilah Sturges, Artist: Meaghan Carter

The winner will be announced, in a virtual ceremony, by returning MC, actor Phil LaMarr, who voiced both heroes Static/Virgil and John Stewart/Green Lantern in the animated Warner Bros.’ series Static Shock and Justice League Unlimited, written and produced by Mr. McDuffie.

Past Winners:

  • 2020 – They Called Us Enemy, by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott and
    Harmony Becker.
  • 2019 – Archival Quality, written by Ivy Noelle Weir & illustrated by Christian “Steenz”
    Stewart (Oni Press)
  • 2018 – Leon: Protector of the Playground, written & illustrated by Jamar Nicholas
    (Kids Love Comics)
  • 2017 – Upgrade Soul, written & illustrated by Ezra Claytan Daniels
  • 2016 – Ms. Marvel, written by G. Willow Wilson & illustrated by Adrian Alphona (Marvel
    Entertainment)
  • 2015 – M.F.K. written & illustrated by Nilah Magruder (www.mfkcomic.com)

2021 Selection Committee

The 2021 Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics’ selection committee, led by industry legend, Marv Wolfman, consists of 10 prominent comics and animation professionals who personally knew and worked with Mr. McDuffie and/or have demonstrated a serious commitment to his vision of excellence and inclusiveness on the page and behind the scenes.

Colleen Doran is a cartoonist, writer/artist whose works include writing/drawing Sensational Wonder Woman, the multi-award winning adaptation Neil Gaimain’s Snow, Glass, Apples, and art for The Sandman, The Vampire Diaries, The Clock, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra, The Walking Dead, and hundreds of other comics. She also illustrated Stan Lee’s New York Times best-selling autobiography Amazing, Fantastic, Incredible Stan Lee. Among her numerous awards and nominations are Eisner awards, the Harvey Award, The International Horror Guild Award, the Ringo and the Bram Stoker Award.

Heidi MacDonald is the editor-in-chief of Comicsbeat.com and has edited comics for Disney, DC Comics, Vertigo, HarperCollins and Z2. She can be heard on Publishers Weekly’s weekly podcast More To Come and found regularly on the Beat’s YouTube channel.

Jamal Igle is the writer/artist/creator of Molly Danger for Action Lab Entertainment, the co-creator/artist of The Wrong Earth for Ahoy Comics, co-creator of Dudley Datson and the Forever Machine for Comixology, and the penciller of the critically acclaimed series, BLACK from Black Mask Studios, as well as many titles for DC, Marvel and Dark Horse. He’s been a storyboard artist for Sony Animation and is also a popular guest lecturer on the subjects of comics and animation.

Joseph Illidge is the Executive Editor for Heavy Metal, the leading illustrated magazine and company for science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Joseph’s first job in the comic book industry was at Milestone Media, the groundbreaking publisher responsible for the popular teen hero “Static”. The first editor of color for DC Comics’ Batman franchise, Joseph is the founder of Illuminous, LLC and is co-producing the film Xero with 50 Cent’s G-Unit Film and Television, writer Christopher Priest, and Color Farm Media.

Kevin Rubio is a writer/producer who has contributed to Justice League
Action, Avengers Assemble, Thunderbirds Are Go!, Green Lantern: The Animated Series and My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. He is also the creator and writer of the Star Wars graphic novel, Tag & Bink Were Here, and Red 5 Publication’s Abyss Vol. I & II. He is an inaugural recipient of the George Lucas Film Award for his Star Wars short film, TROOPS, is a Promax Award winner, and is an Emmy nominee.

Geoffrey Thorne is the writer/creator of Mosaic for Marvel Comics, Prodigal for Genre 19 and writer of Green Lantern for DC Comics. He was also the head writer and showrunner of Marvel’s Avengers: Black Panther’s Quest as well as a writer-producer on such hit series as Leverage, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Power: Book II: Ghost, co-executive producer on Magnum P.I. and executive producer of the podcast sci-fi anthology series Geoffrey Thorne’s Dreamnasium. He is also writer of the upcoming Blood Syndicate comic book reboot for Milestone Media.

David F. Walker is an award-winning comic book writer, filmmaker, journalist, educator, and creator of the pop culture fanzine BadAzz MoFo. Perhaps best known for his work in comic books, he’s written such titles as Luke Cage and Power Man and Iron Fist for Marvel, Cyborg and Naomi (which he co-created) for DC Comics, the Eisner-winning Bitter Root (which he also co-created) for Image Comics and other titles for Dark Horse Comics, BOOM! Studios, Dynamite, and more.

Will J. Watkins (Director of the Dwayne McDuffie Award for Diversity in Comics) is a freelance TV, film and animation writer who is also comic book story/world-building consultant on The Protectors graphic novel published by Athlita Comics. He had a stint as an assistant editor at DC Comics and, before moving to LA, he co-owned Chicago’s first African-American-owned comic book shop. He’s currently a writer on Freeform’s Motherland: Fort Salem.

Matt Wayne has written for many highly-regarded animation projects, including Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles, Cannon Busters, Niko and the Sword of Light, the Emmy- nominated Hellboy Animated: Sword of Storms, and Hello Kitty: Supercute Adventures. His comics work includes Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight, Static/Black Lightning, and writing and editing for the original Milestone Media comics line.

Marv Wolfman is the multi-award-winning writer who created Blade for Marvel Comics, The New Teen Titans for DC Comics, and legions of other iconic characters and stories. In addition to comic books, he’s written for animation, videogames, novels and more. It’s been said that he’s created more characters who’ve made the jump to movies, TV shows, toys, games and animation than any other writer save Stan Lee.

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