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Preview: Potions Inc. Vol. 1

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Potions Inc. Vol. 1

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Stelladia (CA) Natasha Alterici
In Shops: Dec 28, 2022
SRP: $17.99

The call of adventure always seems to hang up whenever Randelgast Jones tries to answer it, leaving him facing the dull future of working in his family’s successful potion shop. But when a powerful artifact is stolen from his parents and puts them under a terrible curse, Ran finally gets the quest he’s been after his whole life. He and his siblings set off to find the missing artifact – and its trail leads them from their homeland of Primaterra to the very strange realm of… Seattle, Washington. 1992. Collects issues #1-5.

Potions Inc. Vol. 1

Preview: Potions Inc. Vol. 1

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Potions Inc. Vol. 1

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Stelladia (CA) Natasha Alterici
In Shops: Dec 28, 2022
SRP: $17.99

The call of adventure always seems to hang up whenever Randelgast Jones tries to answer it, leaving him facing the dull future of working in his family’s successful potion shop. But when a powerful artifact is stolen from his parents and puts them under a terrible curse, Ran finally gets the quest he’s been after his whole life. He and his siblings set off to find the missing artifact – and its trail leads them from their homeland of Primaterra to the very strange realm of… Seattle, Washington. 1992. Collects issues #1-5.

Potions Inc. Vol. 1

Preview: Potions Inc. #3 (of 5)

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Potions Inc. #3 (of 5)

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Stelladia (CA) Natasha Alterici
In Shops: Aug 17, 2022
SRP: $3.99

Geneva takes Ran and the twins to the one person on Earth who possesses the other half of the Fordstone, and boy does he have a story to tell. From him they learn about the Fordstone’s origins and the powerful wizard, Kanavin Goras, whose plan nearly destroyed Earth and Primaterra both. Naturally Goras’ lust for power wasn’t quenched all those years ago.

Potions Inc. #3 (of 5)

Mad Cave Studios Heads to Emerald City Comic Con

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Bring the umbrella and join Mad Cave Studios at Emerald City Comic Con 2022 (ECCC) in Seattle, WA, for a celebration of pop culture from every corner of the nerdy galaxy, at booth #2001!

This year Mad Cave invites you to descend into the madness with them;  including an early peek at upcoming fall titles A Legacy of Violence and Nature’s Labyrinth via Con Exclusive Variants by Joseph Schmalke and Natasha Aterici, a Mad Cave Legacy Battlecats Con Exclusive Variant by Dan Panosian, or the limited edition Nottingham Hardcover signed by Shane Connery Volk and David Hazan!

A Legacy of Violence
Variant by Joseph Schmalke 

(W) Cullen Bunn (A) Andrea Mutti (L) Rus Wooton

A Legacy of Violence follows Dr. Nick Shaw; an honest doctor just trying to help people. But one day, when a patient gets out of control, Nick suddenly begins recalling past memories he had kept hidden away. Find out what Nick has been repressing all these years and why, in the all-new, horror maxi series!

A Legacy of Violence

Nature’s Labyrinth
Variant by Natasha Alterici

(W) Zac Thompson (A) Bayliegh Underwood (C) Warnia Sahadewa (L) Rus Wooton

In the middle of the ocean lies a remote island complex lined with traps and an ever-changing landscape. The island was designed by a mysterious man known only as “Ahab” to test the will of the world’s most notorious criminals. Eight violent felons fight to the death over three days of relentless action in a Battle Royale-style game.

Nature’s Labyrinth

Battlecats
Legacy Variant by Dan Panosian

(W) Mark London (A) Michael Camelo (C) Tekino (L) Miguel Angel Zapata

Follow the reimagined Battlecats as they undertake a perilous quest through different regions in pursuit of The Dire Beast while unearthing dark secrets, and even darker enemies. Valderia and the Battlecats will never be the same.

Battlecats

Nottingham
Cover Artist: Shane Connery Volk

(W) David Hazan (A) Shane Connery Volk (C) Luca Romano (L) Joamette Gil

In this twisted medieval noir, the Sheriff of Nottingham hunts a serial killer with a penchant for tax collectors. The Sheriff’s investigation makes him the target of England’s most nefarious power-brokers. That’s to say nothing of the Merry Men, terrorists lurking amongst the trees of Sherwood, led by, an enigma known only as “Hood.” Mad Cave Studios presents: Nottingham, but not as you remember it…

Nottingham

Find yourself within the pages with the young adult imprint, Maverick! Each story is widely different from the other with one underlying theme in common, which is accepting yourself and being unapologetic for it. When fans buy the first three Maverick titles (Needle & Thread, Nightmare in Savannah, and World Class), Mad Cave Studios will giving the 4th one (Good Game, Well Played) for free, only at ECCC, booth #2001.

Those looking to snag a copy of The Last Session by Jasmine Walls this year at ECCC will also receive a special dice set to go along with it. So you can Roll for Initiative in style! 

Lastly, stop by SCC 303 at 12:45pm – 1:45pm PSTfor the panel Digital Marketing Secrets for Comic Book Creators, featuring Mad Cave Studio’s VP of Business Development, Mark Irwin, alongside other wonderful industry creatives!

Review: Haunted Beloved

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A husband attempts to connect with his wife from beyond.

Story: Natasha Alterici
Art: Natasha Alterici

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Literati Press

Literati Press provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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Preview: Potions Inc. #2 (of 5)

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Potions Inc. #2 (of 5)

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Stelladia (CA) Natasha Alterici
In Shops: Jul 13, 2022
SRP: $3.99

Ran, Asteria, and Astreus Jones are seeking the stolen Fordstone amulet that belonged to their parents. What they don’t know is that Earth and Primaterra have more in common than they thought as they learn of another portion of the Fordstone hidden in the strange new world of enormous buildings, rainy skies, and… grunge music?

Potions Inc. #2 (of 5)

Preview: Potions Inc. #1 (of 5)

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Potions Inc. #1 (of 5)

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Stelladia (CA) Natasha Alterici
In Shops: Jun 08, 2022
SRP: $3.99

The call of adventure always seems to hang up whenever Randelgast Jones tries to answer it, leaving him facing the dull future of working in his family’s successful potion shop. But when a powerful artifact is stolen from his parents and puts them under a terrible curse, Ran finally gets the quest he’s been after his whole life. He and his siblings set off to find the missing artifact – and its trail leads them from their homeland of Primaterra to the very strange realm of… Earth.

Potions Inc. #1

Literati Press in July sees the return of Natasha Alterici and The Black-Jack Demon collected

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The Black-Jack Demon

Literati Press is rocking in July with some bit releases including the return of Natasha Alterici, the creator of Heathen. Alterici’s Haunted, Beloved as well as volume 1 of Nick Hermes’ genre-bending Western revenge tale, The Black-Jack Demon arrive on July 20.

Season one of The Black-Jack Demon follows young Silas across the Old West in search of the stranger that brutally murdered his father after destroying their family mine. Bent on revenge and following the trail of carnage left behind by the mysterious figure, the young man realizes he isn’t chasing a simple claim jumper, but something much, much darker. The trade also includes Nick Hermes’ comic debut, the sci-fi one-shot The Eternity Corridor. The Black-Jack Demon Vol. 1 will be available at comic shops everywhere– ask your local comic shop to order Previews Code MAY221620/

Haunted, Beloved is a one-shot story about love, death, closure, and grief. It marks the return of Alterici to drawing a full issue after she developed severe carpal tunnel syndrome drawing the second volume of Heathen. She continued writing, and was able to get corrective surgery in October 2021. The characters in Haunted, Beloved grapple with loss and loneliness in this sweet, supernatural tale. Alterici thanks the generosity of her fans and family for her return to comics

In the announcement, Alterici said:

It’s been a difficult time, but I was able to focus on my writing, and am now very excited to share these new stories with you.

Alterici and Literati Press have more big news coming soon. Haunted, Beloved will be available at comic shops everywhere– ask your local comic shop to order Previews Code MAY221621.

Haunted, Beloved
Haunted, Beloved

Magic is Upon Us in Potions Inc.

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Between two magical lands comes Potions Inc., the all-new new adult comic series from Mad Cave Studios, written by Erik Burnham, with art by the amazing Stelladia; cover by Natasha Alterici and lettered by Micah Myers. At its heart, Potions Inc. is a coming-of-age fantasy story following three siblings on a quest to save their home while going on a journey of self discovery. 

When an important artifact is stolen from Ran and his family in Primaterra, he and his siblings must follow it to a dangerous, foreign land—Seattle, Washington! 

The call of adventure always seems to hang up whenever Randelgast Jones tries to answer it, leaving him facing the dull future of working in his family’s successful potion shop. But when a powerful artifact is stolen from his parents and puts them under a terrible curse, Ran finally gets the quest he’s been after his whole life. He and his siblings set off to find the missing artifact – and its trail leads them from their homeland of Primaterra to the very strange realm of…Earth.

Potions Inc. #1 hits shelves June 8.

Heathen Returns as Single Issues and Launches Vault Reserve

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Vault Comics has announced that Natasha Alterici’s Heathen returns to the single issue format for Vault’s 5th anniversary. Heathen’s return marks the launch Vault Reserve, a line of definitive collector’s edition reprint publications featuring new and rare covers, exclusive back matter, and a deluxe, top-of-the-line presentation.

Created by Natasha Alterici, the international best-seller was selected as an American Library Association YALSA 2018 Great Graphic Novel For Teens, has seen more than 30 printings and is available in 36 countries around the world.

Heathen centers on the warrior Aydis, an outcast gay woman born into a time of warfare, suffering, and subjugation of women. She is on a mission to end the oppressive reign of the god-king Odin.

Heathen is currently in development for a feature film by Constantin Film and Prime Universe Films, with“Twilight” director Catherine Hardwicke attached to direct. 

Heathen: Vault Reserve Edition #1 hits store shelves on February 16th, 2022.

The book that started it all…

Natasha Alterici’s HEATHEN returns to single issue format for our 5th anniversary to launch Vault Reserve, the definitive collector’s edition – featuring new and rare covers, as well as exclusive backmatter.

Aydis is a viking, a warrior, an outcast, and a self-proclaimed heathen. Aydis is friend to the talking horse Saga, rescuer of the immortal Valkyrie Brynhild, and battler of fantastic monsters. Aydis is a woman. Born into a time of warfare, suffering, and subjugation of women, she is on a mission to end the oppressive reign of the god-king Odin.

Heathen: Vault Reserve Edition #1
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