Writer: Jeff McComsey Artist: Felipe Cunha Colorist: Marco Lesko Letterer: Steve Wands Cover A: Francesco Francavilla Cover B: Jacob Phillips Cover C: Chris Ferguson Film Homage
Criminal heir “Little Stevie” is getting closer to his goal: finding the lost Little Black Book of underworld contacts! He believes it will solve all of his syndicate’s woes — but he’s learning that getting it won’t be easy. Meanwhile, handyman Cole and pregnant wife Tess wrestle with the fallout of using the book… will it tear their new family apart before it has even begun?
Writer: Mark Russell Artist: Laci Colorist: Marco Lesko Letterer: Sal Cipriano Cover A: Rahzzah Cover B: Chris Ferguson & Laci
In this futuristic dark comedy by Eisner and ‘Ringo Award-winning writer Mark Russell, life and death are ruled by social media. One too many dislikes…and you’re dead.
When Arnold awakes from a coma twenty years into the future, he discovers that society is now ruled by social media. Enough “likes” and “upvotes” can unlock fame and fortune but — watch your step! — enough “thumbs down” clicks and the collar around your neck explodes. And you’re done. Now, confused and running on his last Like, Arnold must navigate a world in which the slightest online misstep can have fatal consequences.
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.
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…?
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.
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.
Writer: Garth Ennis Penciler: Jacen Burrows Inker: Guillermo Ortego Colorist: Dan Brown Letterer: Rob Steen Cover A: Declan Shalvey Cover B: Cully Hamner Cover C: Chris Ferguson HORROR HOMAGE
In this penultimate issue, the mysterious nature of The Ribbon Queen and how she was unleashed into the world comes into focus for Detective Amy Sun. But now there is another supernatural force in the mix that has motives all its own.
Writer: Garth Ennis Penciler: Jacen Burrows Inker: Guillermo Ortego Colorist: Dan Brown Letterer: Rob Steen Cover A: Declan Shalvey Cover B: Cully Hamner Cover C: Chris Ferguson HORROR HOMAGE
In this penultimate issue, the mysterious nature of The Ribbon Queen and how she was unleashed into the world comes into focus for Detective Amy Sun. But now there is another supernatural force in the mix that has motives all its own.
Writer: J. Michael Straczynski Penciler: ACO Inker: David Lorenzo Colorist: Marcelo Maiolo Letterer: Sal Cipriano Cover A: ACO Cover B: David Aja Cover C: Chris Ferguson PUNK ROCK HOMAGE
J. Michael Straczynski’s super-powered revenge thriller reaches its epic conclusion! Just two names remain on The Madness’ hit list: Darius, the leader of the Council of Justice; and Captain Micron, the one who dropped the bomb on Sarah and her family. You won’t want to miss this final issue!
Writer: J. Michael Straczynski Penciler: ACO Inker: David Lorenzo Colorist: Marcelo Maiolo Letterer: Sal Cipriano Cover A: ACO Cover B: David Aja Cover C: Chris Ferguson PUNK ROCK HOMAGE
J. Michael Straczynski’s super-powered revenge thriller reaches its epic conclusion! Just two names remain on The Madness’ hit list: Darius, the leader of the Council of Justice; and Captain Micron, the one who dropped the bomb on Sarah and her family. You won’t want to miss this final issue!
