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Prana Publishers’ January 2027 Solicits include new releases from Pan-Universal Galactic Worldwide, American Mythology, Cosmic Lion Productions, Dred Productions, Source Point Press, and more

PAN-UNIVERSAL GALACTIC WORLDWIDE

SPIDER-MEN (2012) #1 PAN DIMENSIONAL 3D EDITION WITH 3D GLASSES

by Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli

At last—the first-ever meeting between PETER PARKER and MILES MORALES, now in stunning 3D! Peter (a.k.a. SPIDER-MAN) crosses realities and confronts his other-universe successor Miles (a.k.a. SPIDER-MAN)! Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS and drawn by SARA PICHELLI—who brought Miles into our world—converted to red-and-blue 3D by Anomaly Productions, leaders in 3D comic art enhancement! And hang on—what’s Mysterio got to do with all this, anyway…?

Comic book cover featuring Spider-Man and Miles Morales as Spider-Man, surrounded by a cityscape and webbing.

American Mythology

BRONZE STAR #1

by Mike Baron and Pat Broderick

A BLOOD-SOAKED WEIRD WESTERN FROM COMICS LEGENDS MIKE BARON AND PAT BRODERICK! Wanted gunslinger Harley Brogden is running from his past when he reaches Cobb’s Gap, a dying mining town with a terrifying secret. People who enter the abandoned silver mine never return, and Sheriff Stjepin Dukic carries a curse that turns him into a monster beneath the full moon. When Brogden pins on a deputy’s badge, he’ll discover there are things in the untamed West far deadlier than outlaws. Eisner Award-winning writer Mike Baron (NEXUS, DEADMAN) and legendary artist Pat Broderick (MICRONAUTS, CREATURE COMMANDOS) unleash BRONZE STAR, a blood-and-thunder collision of six-shooters, werewolves, and supernatural horror where The Good, The Bad and The Ugly meets H.P. Lovecraft!

Cover A: Pat Broderick
Cover B: Anthony Gonzales-Clark
Cover C: Pat Broderick — Virgin Art Limited Edition (Limited to 350)
Cover D: Pat Broderick — Century Black & White Limited Edition (Limited to 100)

CONTEST OF CREATURES #1

by S.A. Check, James Kuhoric, Emanuele Tommarelli, Doriano Antonio Vanni, and Puis Calzada

It’s a Monster Tag Team Creature Feature! Claws out and ready to slaughter! Unleash the beasts and let the bloodfest begin! Monster Tag Team has presented the very best of creature vs. creature combat and now we’re delivering an all-out fight for supremacy among the monster elite. It’s old guard versus new as the next breed of terror has to step up and prove it has the teeth to keep the new generation screaming! Does your favorite monster make it through to the next round? Or will it bleed out at the feet of one of the O.G.’s of horror? It’s a no-holds barred, monster take-all battle royale for the ages!

Cover A: Roy Allan Martinez
Cover B: Puis Calzada
Cover C: Buz Hasson
Cover D: Mariano Nicieza — Homage Edition
Cover E: Buz Hasson — Racy Edition

TOM HOLLAND’S FRIGHT NIGHT #1 (OF 5) NEIL VOKES EXCLUSIVE VARIANT

by James Kuhoric, Jason Craig, and Neil Vokes

A first printing warehouse find, previously available only as an American Mythology exclusive and now available to the Direct Market for the first time ever! These special exclusive editions were limited to only 300 printed… and fewer than that are still available — it’s extremely rare! Add one to your FRIGHT NIGHT collection today.

Welcome to Fright Night…for REAL! Tom Holland’s classic vampire tale returns with a series that picks up right after the events of the 1985 movie! Based on Holland’s novel which introduces Charlie Brewster, Amy Peterson, Evil Ed, Peter Vincent, and (of course) the undead monster Jerry Dandridge to horror fans! It’s been a year since Jerry Dandridge died (again) and life is still crazy for the impromptu vampire killers. But something ancient and evil has clawed from the ground and found them. And they are going to discover that once you look into the undead abyss…the monsters hiding there look back. They are about to relive the worst night of their lives.

Cover art for Tom Holland's 'Fright Night' comic featuring four characters: a vampire in the center with an aggressive pose, flanked by three characters holding weapons. The scene is dynamic with broken glass and a spooky atmosphere.

CURSEDVERSE RESURRECTION #1 BALTIMORE COMIC CON EXCLUSIVE VARIANT BY MARK SPARACIO

by S.A. Check, James Kuhoric, Mark Sparacio, Emanuele Tommarelli, and Andrea Arcari

The CursedVerse is back with a special issue and the debut of a brand new character! This special issue was created for the Baltimore Comic Con and only 400 total were printed. Get this exclusive edition featuring an amazing painted cover by Mark Sparacio!

This is it! The resurrection of the CursedVerse and the first step into American Mythology’s shared universe! There’s something really wrong with the past and we are about to have a front row seat to see the birth of the horrors set in motion by an eternal monster. Three big stories featuring Bombshell & Tomm Tomm, The Cemetorian fights The Night Terror, and a pulp-tastic debut of Dash Carrington — the man of tomorrow! This issue has everything and is the primer for the future. If you missed out on the ABSOLUTES and THE ULTIMATES — this is your chance to get in on the ground floor of a brand new event. Where were you when the story was revealed how everything fits together?

Comic book cover featuring a blonde woman holding a gun and posing confidently alongside a large red robot. The title 'Cursed Verse' is prominently displayed at the top, with 'Resurrection' written at the bottom.

BIG BUNDLE OF WESTERN HORROR READER PACK

by Mike Wolfer, Puis Calzada, and various creators

Can’t get enough weird westerns? Get EIGHT back issues of cowboys and monsters in this value-priced reader pack! The contents are a mystery assortment of Western-centric comic books published by American Mythology over their 10-year history. Packed at random, without duplicates, every pack includes at least one $10 limited-edition comic as an added bonus!

A detailed black and white illustration of a zombie pirate with long hair and a rugged appearance, wearing a tattered hat adorned with skulls, pointing a pistol directly at the viewer.

Cosmic Lion Productions

HALF OF THE CROWN VOL. 1 MANGA (NEW PRINTING)

by Ro Higashi

When Penny Chiu, a girl haunted by the unseen world, is invited to a new school, she didn’t expect to be sharing a space with the standoffish yet kind Issei Akuzawa, much less her soul; however, their bond might be the deciding factor in an ancient conflict as it finally comes to a head. Part of Cosmic Lion Productions’ new CLManga line.

With nearly 17k readers on Webtoon, Ro Higashi’s HALF OF THE CROWN is well-established, and CLP is proud to bring you the first-ever print edition. As Ro observes, this new version has some enhancements: “As a kid, I wanted to be a writer. I had no idea I was dyslexic, and a 3rd grade teacher told me I was a bad writer. So in a fit of ODD, I decided from then on, I would draw my stories instead, dyslexia be damned. Some of the speech in the book is refined from the webtoon panels. Since I wrote those parts when I wasn’t managing my dyslexia well, the printed comic is more concise and easier to follow, in my opinion, although the story remains the same.”

Cover art for 'Half of the Crown' by Ro Higashi, featuring two characters: a male with white hair and a female with blue hair. The title is prominently displayed in colorful text.

HALF OF THE CROWN VOL. 2 MANGA

by Ro Higashi

As Penny and Issei get used to swapping bodies, Issei comes clean about what caused the emotional rift within the group. Penny learns more about unseen world of the night. Part of Cosmic Lion Productions’ new CLManga line.

Cover of 'Half of the Crown' Volume 2 featuring a character with green hair and a school uniform, striking a pose against a gradient pink background. The title and author's name are displayed prominently.

Dren Productions

TALES OF THE BIZARRE #14

by Omar Morales, James Mascia, Alex Diotto, and Lynx Studio

The best and strangest sci-fi and horror tales we can create return in Dren Productions’ fan-favorite anthology series. TALES OF THE BIZARRE #14 delivers two strange music-themed sinister tales! First, “Ghost in the Record Store” finds paranormal tidings of dread inside a house of music. Then, in “A Haunting Frequency,” a radio won’t stop broadcasting a young woman’s doom!

Cover A: Andrea Errico
Cover B: Jenna Stark

AXA #2

by Donne Avenell and Romero

Chapter 2: The Beginning – Axa, a spirited woman in the year 2080, can no longer endure the oppressive order of the Domed City, a utopia built to protect the remnants of humanity after the Great Contamination. Driven by a thirst for freedom, she escapes to the wild, uncharted territories beyond. As a nomadic adventurer in the devastated outside world, Axa encounters a diverse array of survivors and challenges, forging a new, exhilarating life far from the confines of civilization. Collects the original comic strips of AXA from their original run in the 1970s and 80s, coming in January from Dren Productions!

Cover A: Romero
Cover B: Romero — Naughty Variant

PLAN 79 FROM OUTER SPACE #2 (OF 3)

by Michael Dolce, Dennis Knight, and Andres Barrero

The sequel to the sequel to PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE is here! It’s looking dire for Captain Trent and his remaining crew. After suffering massive casualties from a crash landing on the moon of Europa, Jack, Sarah and Lt. Hahn are in the hands of the deadly Terrans. But with the Invaders infiltrating the crash site and in hot pursuit, can the Terrans and Humans come to an alliance? Or will Trent and the survivors meet their extraterrestrial end? Coming in January from Dren Productions!

Cover A: Andres Barrero
Cover B: Gregbo
Cover C: Daniel Leister
Cover D: Gregbo — Naughty Variant

FLESH-EATING CHEERLEADERS: SPRING BREAK #2 (OF 4)

by James Mascia and Felipe Obando

The Flesh-Eating Cheerleaders are back with a whole new series. This time, they’re on Spring Break! After the events at Pullman University in FLESH-EATING CHEERLEADERS FROM OUTER SPACE, they thought they had the space worms all bottled up. But two managed to escape, and made their way down to Daytona Beach for Spring Break! They plan to feed as much as they can. But something is wrong, one of the girls is regaining control of her senses. What are the space worms to do if she becomes fully aware of what she’s doing? This new chapter in the FLESH-EATING CHEERLEADERS saga will keep you wanting more, and wondering who the next victim will be. Coming in January from Dren Productions!

Cover A: C.B. Zane
Cover B: C.B. Zane — Naughty Variant
Cover C: Gregbo
Cover D: Gregbo — Naughty Variant
Cover E: Felipe Obando
Cover F: Felipe Obando — Naughty Variant

Pesto Comics

SNIP #4 (OF 5)

by Adriano Ariganello, Riccardo Faccini, and JP Jordan

The truth comes out. Finn draws the line and pays the price for doing so. Vida is unleashed! Just when it seems like all is lost, an unexpected ally with a new view of existence and reality, helps Finn back from the brink.

For Retailers: Also available in a value-priced 10-Copy Bundle!

Comic book cover for 'SNIP,' featuring a man with blonde hair in a white shirt and red pants, against a shadowy figure. The title 'SNIP' is prominently displayed at the top.

REKCAH Comics

THE FUTURE IS ****** #21

by Fred Van Lente, David Lapham, and Rico Renzi

DAVID LAPHAM KEEPS DRAWING THE FUTURE IS ******! David Lapham, one of the greatest comic book artists of all time, continues his epic run on THE FUTURE IS ****** with a very special issue! Hey, remember when the 21st issue of a series meant it was SILENT? Well, good times are here again in this special silent issue centered around Martina! Plus, learn to be a hacker with even more Capture The Flag challenges in each and every issue!

Cover A: Patrick Piazzalunga
Cover B: David Lapham

For Retailers: Also available in two (2) value-priced 10-Copy Bundles, corresponding to Cover A and Cover B. The Cover B includes a rare Black-and-White chase cover.

Red 23

DEAD STOP #4 (OF 4)

by Evan Michael, Zak Johnson, and Damien Worm

“Hector appears, feel the fear!” The final issue is here! And Hector is taking his victory lap around Adamsville! The only people left to defend the town are Tyler and his friends… all despite the gruesome murders that have flooded the town. Tyler refuses to back down, and will save his town and friends! Secrets revealed! Bodies dropped! Road signs ignored! Will Tyler and friends survive the night? Or will their lives come to a DEAD STOP?

An eerie scene at night featuring a full moon illuminating a dark roadside. A car is parked nearby, and a figure with long black hair protrudes from green, toxic-looking sludge. Traffic cones are positioned around the area, and a warning sign reads 'TOXIC CHEMICALS'.

Source Point Press

THE 8-BIT SLASHER GRAPHIC NOVEL

by Mike Sprung and Dennis Tirona

Slasher Films meets Video Games meets Meta Comedy! Eddie Mayhem — slasher movie icon, video game character, and pop culture phenomenon — is mysteriously brought to life on a college campus. When Eddie starts killing students, they must find a way to survive not only an unstoppable slasher, but also the rules of the video game which have followed him into the real world! Includes a 10-page bonus story, a complete cover gallery, concept art, and more!

“The 8-Bit Slasher is a nostalgia-filled roller coaster through my 1980’s childhood. A side-scrolling video game in comic book form, this book cracks just as many jokes as the villain cracks skulls. It is a must-read for fans of classic slasher films and video games!”– Russell Brettholtz, Writer/Co-Creator of SIDE-KICKED

A comic book cover titled 'The 8-Bit Slasher' featuring a person holding a game controller in front of a TV displaying a character in a hood and mask wielding an axe. The scene is decorated with scattered snack items on the floor.

THE MAINSTREAM GRAPHIC NOVEL

by Michael Dolce, Talent Caldwell, and Tony Moy

Multiple realities exist, but there should be only one. There are people trespassing in our world that do not belong. It is up to a Chicago detective with extraordinary powers and a covert inter-dimensional police force to send them back. Send them all back. Back to where they belong.

Cover of 'The Mainstream Volume 1', featuring a diverse group of characters against a vibrant, abstract background. Prominent figures include a young woman with short blonde hair, a middle-aged man with glasses, and a muscular man in tactical gear. The design incorporates puzzle piece motifs and elements of a futuristic cityscape.

ARN ANDERSON: MY LIFE AS THE ENFORCER GRAPHIC NOVEL

by Arn Anderson, Dirk Manning, Colm Griffin, and Shawn Daley

FACT: Your favorite professional wrestler’s favorite professional wrestler is most likely Arn Anderson. Now, for the first time ever, he’s sharing his true story with the world in this stunning graphic novel. Find out how this legendary performer went from being raised by his grandparents in rural Georgia to founding “The Four Horsemen” and beyond in this graphic novel in which he shares details about his career never discussed before. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll feel the impact of the first ever spinebuster as you’re taken through Arn’s journey that forever changed the worlds of wrestling and pop culture alike!

Cover illustration for 'Arn Anderson: My Life as the Enforcer,' featuring two characters, one in a blue shirt representing a wrestling persona and the other in a championship belt, set against a vibrant background with lights.

RSVP: E.S.P. GRAPHIC NOVEL

by Josh Malerman, Dirk Manning, and Joshua Ross

In RSVP: E.S.P., a scientist whose pursuit to prove that psychic powers really exist has cost him his reputation, his friends, and even his marriage. Now, in one last desperate attempt to prove his theories correct, he has invited two adolescent children to his home… unaware that they are both omega-level psychics. One desperately wants to prove that his powers are real, while the other wants to eliminate any dwindling hope of such a discovery no matter what the cost… and so begins a battle not only for the unsuspecting doctor’s mind, but also his whole reality. This previously unreleased story was chosen by Josh Malerman to be adapted into a graphic novel by Dirk Manning with illustrations by Joshua Ross (LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT, LEFT TURNS).

For Retailers: Following the overwhelming response from comic book retailers to the limited Local Comic Shop Day edition, Source Point Press is making RSVP: E.V.P. available to comic shops as a special value-priced retailer bundle! With FIVE copies priced at $50.00 wholesale — just $10.00 per graphic novel — that’s a 60% discount that makes it affordable to introduce your horror lovers to the graphic novel debut of Josh Malerman, the #1 New York Times bestselling horror author of BIRD BOX and INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE (inspiration for the horror film OTHER MOMMY)!

A comic book cover titled 'RSVP: E.S.P.' featuring two young boys with intense expressions facing each other, while a man in the background holds up a card displaying wavy lines. The colors are vibrant and the artwork is stylized.

Third Contact Comics

IMMORTAL COIL #3 (OF 5)

by Frank Martin, Gerald von Stoddard, and Dave Fowler

The Faceless God and Loki’s daughter, Hel, continue their quest for the ancient artifacts that will awaken the Elder Gods and bring an end to all of existence as we know it. Humanity’s only hope rests in the hands of the newly awakened Norse Gods. The grandchildren of Odin are reunited and stand at the brink of cosmic oblivion but after having spent a millenia apart, can they come together to fulfill their true purpose or will it be too little too late to stop what’s coming!

For Retailers: A special Gerald von Stoddard Wraparound Cover B is available as a 10-Copy Retailer Incentive (1:10).