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Preview: Rumpus Room

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Rumpus Room

Writer: Mark Russell
Pencils: Ramon Rosanas
Inks: Ive Svorcina
Letterer: AndWorld Design
Cover: Tony Harris

Meet Bob Schrunk, technocrat billionaire, collector of bad art, and victim of a hideous skin condition that can only be treated with a highly illicit and definitely not FDA-approved face cream that must be…harvested. From human beings. Bob isn’t unfair, though. He’s happy to let his guests select who will be next to be sent from the Rumpus Room to their doom. There’s just one thing Bob doesn’t know: One of his current guests is an undercover cop—and she’s carrying a concealed gun. Collects RUMPUS ROOM #1-5!

Rumpus Room

Preview: Little Black Book #2

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Little Black Book #2

Writer: Jeff McComsey
Artist: Felipe Cunha
Colorist: Marco Lesko
Letterer: Steve Wands
Cover A: Francesco Francavilla
Cover B: Tim Bradstreet
Cover C: Chris Ferguson Film Homage

To get his wife out of trouble, handyman Cole dug into his deceased criminal father’s “little black book” of underworld contacts. Now the syndicate that employed Cole’s father has gotten wind of the book’s existence, and they’ll stop at nothing to get it back. Cole and his wife must face the consequences of their actions — both psychological and in the form of a gang of armed roughnecks that’s about to descend on their home.

Little Black Book #2

Preview: The Madness

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The Madness

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski
Pencils: ACO
Inks: David Lorenzo
Letterer: Sal Cipriano
Cover: ACO

Legendary writer J. Michael Straczynski teams with superstar artist ACO for a tale of bloody revenge. Sarah Ross’ godlike powers made her the perfect candidate for the world’s toughest wet-work jobs…until her government employer decided she wasn’t needed anymore. To close the books on Sarah, her handlers decide the smart move is to assassinate her—along with anyone who happens to be nearby. Now, stark-raving mad and laser-focused on revenge for the murder of her family, Sarah faces an army of super-powered operatives determined to stop her.

The Madness

Preview: U & I #2

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U & I #2

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski
Artist: Mike Choi
Letterer: Sal Cipriano
Cover A: Mike Choi
Cover B: Butch Guice & Lee Loughridge
Cover C: Romance Novel Homage

J. Michael Straczynski’s new tale of the Resistance Universe continues! Hiding out after their run-in with a pair of low level gangsters, Isabelle and the mysterious “U” begin to get to know each other. Inspired in equal parts by Isabelle’s words and his own unique vision of the world, U targets the criminal syndicate exploiting their desperate neighborhood. It’s not long before the situation turns explosive — and U ends up drawing the attention of the syndicate’s most dangerous members.

U & I #2

Preview: Little Black Book #1

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Little Black Book #1

Writer: Jeff McComsey
Artist: Felipe Cunha
Colorist: Marco Lesko
Letterer: Steve Wands
Cover A: Francesco Francavilla
Cover B: Dave Johnson
Cover C: Chris Ferguson Film Homage

Cole, a straight-arrow handyman, finds himself in the crosshairs of a ruthless crime syndicate—along with his pregnant wife. But what is the meaning of the “little black book” of underworld contacts Cole’s deceased father had hidden in his home? Cole’s deceased father believed the best thing he could do for his son was to stay out of his life, but does the apple fall far from the tree…?

Little Black Book #1

Preview: Red Light #3

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Red Light #3

Writer: Sarah H. Cho
Artist: Priscilla Petraites
Colorist: Miroslav Mrva
Letterer: Sal Cipriano
Cover A: Jeff Dekal
Cover B: DaNi
Cover C: Chris Ferguson Adult Film Homage

Having escaped the futuristic brothel where A.I. sex worker Lacy and her young companion Natalie were held captive, they take refuge in a high-tech casino owned by one of Lacy’s most loyal – and dangerous – clients. But Lacy’s mysterious and possessive creator, Mister, is close on her heels – and he’ll go to any lengths to get her back.

Red Light #3

Preview: The Ribbon Queen #8

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The Ribbon Queen #8

Writer: Garth Ennis
Penciler: Jacen Burrows
Inker: Guillermo Ortego
Colorist: Dan Brown
Letterer: Rob Steen
Cover A: Declan Shalvey
Cover B: Marcelo Frusin
Cover C: Horror Film Homage

Detective Sun faces off with Geary in this epic finale! It’s all been leading to this! In this concluding issue, Detective Amy Sun has a final showdown against the mysterious Geary, who has wreaked his own brand of grisly havoc since coming on the scene and now intends to eliminate The Ribbon Queen by any means necessary. Who will survive to bury the dead?

The Ribbon Queen #8

Crowdfunding Corner: Garth Ennis and Goran Sudžuka’s Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal Expanded Edition is launching soon

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Backer Beware: Crowdfunding projects are not guaranteed to be delivered and/or delivered when promised. We always recommend to do your research before backing.

Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal

Artists, Writers, and Artisans (AWA) has announced the upcoming Kickstarter campaign giving Garth Ennis fans new ways to celebrate, collect and support the epic time travel heist series, Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal, via a deluxe director’s cut edition of the fan-favorite series. Penned by National Comics and two-time Eisner award-winning writer Garth Ennis with art by Goran Sudžuka and new wraparound cover art by Amanda Conner, the Kickstarter exclusive will take readers along for a wild ride in a beautifully crafted collector’s edition of the original series, now with a brand-new 20-page issue of this sci-fi story with time travel elements and a range of new and back matter.

The campaign launches soon, so sign up and don’t miss out when it does.

There’s a tease of some of the rewards:

  • Digital edition, softcover edition, and hardcover edition of the Expanded Deluxe Edition of Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal
  • Limited number of exclusive, signed hardcover copies
  • Once-in-a-lifetime experience — a virtual event where Garth Ennis and Axel Alonso, AWA’s CCO and former Marvel Editor-in-Chief, talk about their previous work including Preacher, The Boys, and Punisher, as well as their AWA work together like Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal and The Ribbon Queen! And yes, they will be answering questions from you — the fans! Watch this short video as Garth tell you all about this event!
  • The big one — the opportunity to be immortal! A limited few will have a chance to be drawn into Garth Ennis’ new Marjorie Finnegan story!

Through Kickstarter, AWA is giving fans the opportunity to support its most ambitious limited-edition projects. This new issue of Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal will be a Kickstarter exclusive and include premium, tiered rewards for Garth Ennis’ biggest fans, including the incredible opportunity to be drawn into a Garth Ennis comic book. The MARJORIE FINNEGAN Kickstarter will launch in early spring and those interested in learning more about the campaign, its reward offerings, and tiered donation levels should sign up here to be notified when new information is available. 

Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal debuted as a heralded eight-issue comic series in 2021. The series reunited the Eisner Award-winning creator with AWA Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer Axel Alonso, who edited the graphic novel. The duo has a longstanding history of close collaboration, having worked together on past iconic projects including PREACHER at Vertigo and THE PUNISHER at Marvel. 

In November 2022, AWA Studios announced it has joined forces with LuckyChap and filmmaker Ruben Fleischer for the event feature film adaptation of the Marjorie Finnegan, Temporal Criminal graphic novel. AWA Studios is producing the project alongside LuckyChap and Camp Hobart, with celebrated screenwriter and playwright Catya McMullen penning the adaptation. Garth Ennis and Ken F. Levin will executive produce the action-comedy-thriller film project. 

Mark Russell and Laci deliver a futuristic dark satire in Death Ratio’d

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Eisner and Ringo Award-winning writer Mark Russell returns to Artists, Writers & Artisans (AWA) with Death Ratio’d, an all-new futuristic dark satire where social media rules life and death. One too many dislikes…and you’re dead! This horror comedy from Russell and artist Laci is a cautionary tale about systems designed to control expression and behavior, exploring how society organizes itself when ratings affect your day-to-day life.

As one of the comic book industry’s foremost satirists, Russell is an expert at shining a light on contemporary society through the satirical mirror of genre tales. Teaming up with visionary artist Laci, the pair have created a world in Death Ratio’d where your online reputation bleeds into real life with the highest possible stakes. This one-shot format with a fast-paced tale showcasing humor, horror, and the repercussions of nonexistent humanity, offers readers a fresh look at how today’s social practices can be pushed to the extreme and do anything but bring the world closer together. The story uniquely showcases the dark depths human beings are capable of reaching when algorithms gain the upper hand.

When Death Ratio’d protagonist Arnold awakes from a coma twenty years into the future, he discovers that society is now ruled by social media conventions. Enough “likes” and “upvotes” can unlock fame and fortune but watch out, because enough “thumbs down” clicks, and you’re done when the collar around your neck explodes. Confused and running on his last “like,” Arnold must now navigate a world in which the slightest misstep can have fatal consequences.

Death Ratio’d is written and created by Mark Russell with artwork by Laci; covers by Rahzzah and Chris Ferguson; colors by Marco Lesko; and letters by Sal Cipriano. The one-shot will be available Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Death Ratio'd

Preview: U & I #1

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U & I #1

Writer: J. Michael Straczynski
Artist: Mike Choi
Letterer: Sal Cipriano
Cover A: Mike Choi
Cover B: Mike Deodato, Jr. & Lee Loughridge
Cover C: Romance Novel Homage
Cover D: Mike Dedodato, Jr. (B&W Incentive)

The next chapter in the saga of the Resistance Universe focuses on an unlikely love story. The mysterious “U” has no memory of his past before awakening with powers after the Great Death that took many lives and created the superpowered Reborns. His vision of the world is one that is more beautiful and full of hope than the rest of us can see. In searching for a purpose, a reason to live, he discovers Isabelle, whose father died in the plague, and who has recently been thrown out to live in the streets by her uncle. When the two meet, a spark is lit between them. But another spark is lit—one that’s sure to lead to explosive consequences—when U runs afoul of a crime syndicate that will stop at nothing to get revenge.

U & I #1
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