A list of some of the new comic-related books available in UK bookshops and Local Comic Shops this week, including plenty of Halloween appropriate horror, lashings of manga, a new Knull Marvel Comics collection by Al and Eve L. Ewing – plus Another Realm by Kristyna Baczynski, from Avery Hill Publishing , and a deluxe edition of Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse Five, adapted as a graphic novel by Ryan North and Albert Monteys; and a special collection of tales, Meanwhile… The Best, from Soaring Penguin Press.
This list does not include 2000AD / Rebellion releases which are listed separately here, but a quick note that Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 51 was released recently, and the Scream Halloween Special 2026, reviewed here by Luke Williams, is out on Wednesday.
See also our latest guide for titles from British publishers available to preorder for December from Local Comic Shops: Diamond UK British Publishers Books Solicitations – October 2026
Please note, release dates may be subject to change and this list, drawn from various sources, may not include some publishers. We hope to add other publishers with future items. We have reached out for information.
Book descriptions are from the publisher. Do note that announced publication dates may change, even at the eleventh hour. We have included affiliate links to AmazonUK for this list, but, of course, other sellers are available – just use the ISBN to search. Using these links supports the site, thank you.
27th October 2026
51 Volume 1
By Curt Pires & Jok
Publisher: Mad Cave Studios
ISBN: 9781545827680
When the president’s black sheep son is caught on a bender in Malibu, he’s sent off to Area 51 to work in the warehouse as discipline. It doesn’t take long for him and his coworkers to mess up. When they do they mess up big – and all the secrets, horrors and wonders housed at the black site are now leaking into the world and wrecking havoc. Their task: to put the genies back in the bottle and bury the stories, and to do so they’ll have to contend with aliens, superheroes, and all manners of experimental weaponry.
Aliens Epic Collection: The Original Years Vol. 4
On Sale From: 27th October 2027
Written by Chris Warner, Kelly Puckett, Paul Guinan, Dan Jolley, Dave Gibbons & More
Pencilled by Tony Atkins, Paul Guinan, Allen Nunis, John Nadeau, Mike Mignola & More
Publisher: Marvel US
ISBN: 9781302969448
Continuing a complete, chronological collection of Aliens comics to make you scream!
Charged with insubordination one too many times, Lt. Joseph Henry is put in charge of a ragtag platoon of the worst the Colonial Marines corps has to offer and given the thankless task of investigating Alien-related activities in a backwater sector of space. But the crew, including Carmen Vasquez, younger sister of the fan-favourite character from the movie Aliens, finds more than they bargained for when they discover a mysterious group of human-Alien hybrids they call the “Bug-Men!”
Plus: A God-fearing crew member aboard the space freighter Nova Maru is forced at gunpoint to abandon ship with his captain – but as they crash-land on a small planet, they soon learn they have not entirely escaped the Nova Maru’s dreadful cargo! And more tales of Alien terror!
COLLECTING: Aliens: Colonial Marines (1993) #1-10, Aliens: Salvation (1993) #1; material from Aliens Magazine (1992) #13-20, Dark Horse Comics (1992) #15-19
BRZRKR: Blood Oaths Vol. 1
By Keanu Reeves, China Mieville (Writers ) Marjorie Liu (Artist)
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
ISBN: 9798217383634
Two brutal chapters in the expanding legend of the immortal warrior B. are unleashed!
Writers Marjorie Liu, China Miéville, and Season Butler, along with artists Garry Brown and Alessio Avallone, deepen the legacy of the groundbreaking franchise created by Keanu Reeves is this essential addition to the revelations of the immortal warrior’s dark past.
New ages of violence and bloodshed are revealed in this collection of explosive one-shots chronicling the brutal history of B., a legendary warrior cursed to immortal existence. Featuring the pulse-pounding oversized one-shots BRZRKR: The Bleeding Tide and BRZRKR: Light Draws Breath, this volume brings together stories from the deepest depths of the ocean, to untold heights of warfare and discovery!
Berserk Volume 43
By Kentaro Miura, Gaga, Studio & Kouji Mori, Duane Johnson (Translator)
Publisher: Dark Horse
ISBN: 9781506757278
An empire prepares for war against Griffith – yet they hold his sworn adversary, Guts, prisoner in chains…and worse is that Guts is a prisoner within himself!
The epic dark fantasy manga continues with Miura’s longtime assistants Studio Gaga, under the supervision of his closest friend, Kouji Mori.
Having escaped the horrific devastation of Elf Island only to be boarded by unknown raiders, the crew of the Seahorse find that they have intruded into the territorial waters of the vast Kushan Empire!
Sunk into his own personal darkness, Guts hardly seems to care as the Kushan lead him away in chains, even as Roderick, Farnese, Serpico, Morda, Isidro, Schierke and the other survivors are taken in as refugees. But they find no steady ground on shore either… for a grand council of the Kushan tribes is assembling to debate plans for war – against Falconia and its fearsome, matchless ruler Griffith, the Hawk of Light!
The politics of the council are dangerous, but more dangerous still is that the Hawk’s power is already among them, striking through murderous sorcery. In this critical moment, Guts’ companions can’t rely on him to help…and in fact, is he to blame…?
Extra content includes a double-sided, full color illustrated fold out, an afterword by Kouji Mori, and a bonus comic strip about Kentaro Miura!
For mature audiences.
Erin the Beast Player 1
By Nahoko Uehashi, & Itoe Takemoto
Publisher: Vertical
ISBN: 9781647296216
A sumptuous manga adaptation of the hit fantasy novel series, perfect for fans of Witch Hat Atelier, Mushishi, and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.
Erin loves her modest but happy life with her mother, a gifted beast doctor who cares for the fearsome giant serpents that the kingdom’s warriors ride into battle. But their world is turned upside down when the entire stable of the prized serpents dies overnight, and Erin’s mother is saddled with the blame. Before she knows it, ten-year-old Erin is cast off in a faraway land where she must learn to survive with only her mother’s words and the kindness of strangers to guide her.
Exquisite Blood: The Heretic Onmyoji 04
Author: Sakura Fujimoto
Publisher: Square Enix Manga
ISBN: 9781646094127
In this fantastical tale of demonic battles and courtly intrigue, the onmyoji known as the ‘Heretic’ faces a destiny that could forever change both human and demon realms! Fuzuki and Toyochika met ten years ago while training as onmyoji, their friendship growing as they both learned to wield their exceptional powers. But a serious incident caused their paths to diverge, and now Toyochika harbours an unyielding anger toward his former friend. The deep bonds of the past aren’t so easily severed, though, and the two onmyoji must work closely together again in their fight against the demons of the Basara Clan.
Fall of the House of Slaughter
By James Tynion IV, Werther Dell’Edera & Tate Brombal
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
ISBN: 9798217384013
A new era rises from the ashes of the House of Slaughter in this thrilling new chapter!
The House of Slaughter has suffered war, betrayal, and the shattering revelations that brought its legacy to the brink – but in the aftermath of those final events and with the destruction of their house, new threats still await and a dangerous question begins to rise:
What happens when the monsters aren’t the only things worth fearing?
Eisner- and GLAAD-nominated writer Tate Brombal and cartoonist Adriano Turtulici reveal what’s become of the House and its surviving hunters in this thrilling follow-up to the breakout spin-off series, now available for the first time ever in one complete edition!
Collects Fall of the House of Slaughter #1-4
Farewell, My Odin Vol. 3
Writer/Artist: Chihiro Yoshioka
Publisher: Titan Manga
ISBN: 9781787748897
A Viking manga must-read. Endorsed by Vinland Saga’s Mokoto Yukimura.
The climactic volume of “War-Wolf” Odin and his blood-soaked quest for vengeance in 11th century Danelaw. Against the brutal backdrop of 11th century England, Farewell, My Odin Vol. 3 concludes the harrowing saga of Luke – now revered as the fearsome “War-Wolf” Odin. Odin’s battle for vengeance intensified when he and King Sewyn took revenge on White-Haired Einarr’s village and now only that one name remains on Odin’s list.
But, as he confronts the man responsible for the slaughter of his village, White-haired Einarr, how will he cope when a mirror held up to him? A mirror that shows he is the very same as the evil man he swore vengeance upon.
In this gripping conclusion, Luke battles not only his biggest adversary, but also his greatest enemy, the vengeance burning within him. He struggles between a savage brutalism that encompasses his entire being and the humanity that yearns for inner peace, making every choice a battle. Will he be free from the pain within himself once his enemies are defeated, or will he be consumed and become the very same as the evil that took away everything from him?
Fans of intense historical thrillers and Viking lore will be captivated by Chihiro Yoshioka’s masterful storytelling and striking Seinen art style. Praised by Makoto Yukimura, creator of Vinland Saga, this finale delivers pulse-pounding action and emotional depth, expanding the epic journey of a warrior bound by blood, driven by revenge, but in search of peace.
Flash Gordon: Classic Collection Vol. 8
By Don Moore & Austin Briggs
Publisher: Mad Cave Studios
ISBN: 9781545829158
Escalating tensions between Flash and Ming threaten to bring about a full scale planetary war – and only Ming’s estranged son-in-law Prince Barin can avert it. This latest Classic Collection reprints all of Austin Briggs Daily strips from 1940 to Sept 1944, the period considered to be his most artistic peak, restored from the original tearsheets.
Briggs was a master at clean and consistent brush work in his line art that rivaled any daily strip artists of the time. He had a solid grasp of the characters and the science fiction/fantasy atmosphere that Alex Raymond first created. This beautiful hardcover format does justice to the amazing artist’s body of work on Flash Gordon.
Hokis, Focus
Author: Ian Flynn & Ryan Jampole
Publisher: Nakama Press
ISBN: 9781545832462
Hokis is almost a great witch – if you ignore the part where she turned her entire hometown into frogs. Oops!
With her mentor Pokis (currently stuck as a frog and very tired of it), she sets off to find the mythical Yundu, a relic that can reverse any spell… theoretically. Along the way, she teams up with Ugh, an overly polite orc squire; Bonnie, a living flame with attitude; and Mareau, a skeleton chef who can’t taste his own food. Together, they bungle through spider weddings, snowstorms caused by dragons with the sniffles, exploding soup, undead diners, and a treasure-hoarding raven beast with very questionable taste.
Hokis may be a magical mess, but with a little courage, a little teamwork, and a LOT of ‘please,’ she just might fix her mistakes – and discover the wizard she’s meant to become…
Iron Man Vol. 1
By Joshua Williamson & Carmen Carnero
Publisher: Marvel – US
ISBN: 9781302969066
Superstar writer Joshua Williamson and Legacy Stormbreaker Carmen Carnero add fresh luster to the Golden Avenger!
The unapologetic Iron Man is a once-in-a-lifetime hero – but the beating heart behind the armour is a once-in-a-century genius. Years ago, Tony Stark was knocking on death’s door, so he created the Iron Man armor to survive! What happens the next time death comes calling? What weapon does he create then? What if… someone else creates it first?
These questions have haunted Tony for years, a ticking timebomb inside of him waiting to explode. Madame Masque has also asked these questions – and backed by the power of Advanced Idea Mechanics, she’s ready to create the next great weapon!
Plus: Captain America throws his mighty shield! But is it with Iron Man or against him?
COLLECTING: Iron Man (2026) #1-10
Knull: Coming to the Light
By Al Ewing, Eve L. Ewing (Writers), Juanan Ramirez (Artist)
Publisher: Marvel US
ISBN: 9781302968137
The return of the King in Black!
Weakened from his last death and trapped by an unexpected enemy, the God of the Void waits in a cage once again. His captors think he has nothing to fight back with – but in Knull’s hands, nothing is a weapon. And there’s an even greater weapon out there, waiting for the King in Black to claim it… and take his revenge.
Free from his prison and on the run, Knull seeks out a mysterious golden prize from his own past to assist him in his quest to reclaim his crown. Meanwhile, the Asgardian Queen of Hel, Hela, continues to watch from magical shadows, secretly manipulating all the players on the board to play a wicked game of her choosing.
Past and present collide on a cosmic scale on multiple fronts, with deadly ramifications for the future!
COLLECTING: Knull (2025) #1-5
Macanudo: What’s in the Box?!
Author: Liniers
Publisher: Fantagraphics
ISBN: 9798875002267
Behold! Macanudo’s revolving cast of witches, cats, imaginative children and their imaginary monsters – all gathered under one roof (or in one box)!
Following in the distinguished footsteps of greats like Peanuts and Argentine forebears like Mafalda, Macanudo is a brilliant synthesis of Krazy Kat‘s sophisticated and irreverent inventiveness, and Calvin and Hobbes‘ expansive humanity and artistry.
Freewheeling and bustling with manic charm and sweetness, each strip builds anticipation for the next unexpected creative revelation or revivifying variation on a theme. With a masterful sense of flow, combined with show-stopping images of breathtaking beauty, the heel-clicking, childlike glee contained in these pages is matched only by the joy of splashing about an undiscovered creek or the vivid crunch of autumn’s first leaves.
It’s no wonder Liniers has his praises sung by the likes of Matt Groening, David Byrne, and Jeff Smith.
Collecting the first three Fantagraphics Macanudo volumes, Welcome to Elsewhere, The Way of the Penguin, and Optimism is for the Brave, this fetching box set is a must-have for lovers of comic-strip-as-art, and an essential for everyone seeking the hidden wonder in life.
Marvel Universe Gallery: 1990-1994 Trading Card Collection
Author: Marvel & Bob Budiansky
Publisher: Dark Horse
ISBN: 9781506753980
An oversized full-cover hardcover that completely collects high-quality captures of the vintage Marvel Universe trading cards from 1990–1994.
In 1990, after decades as a leader in the comics industry, Marvel Comics joined forces with Impel Marketing to enter the booming business of collectable trading cards. Though classically dominated by the likes of pro athletes, the marketplace at the end of the twentieth century was overtaken by trading cards for other popular media. Marvel Universe Trading Cards smashed into the scene with a shockwave that sent collectors and fans rushing to acquire every entry in each annual set – from iconic stalwarts like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and Doctor Doom, to more esoteric sensations like Bloodseed, Slayback, and Deadzone.
Not only did these cards feature dynamic original art, but fans could finally reference their favorite characters’ abilities, origins, and alternate identities in the pre-internet halcyon days.
Now, Marvel and Dark Horse team up to assemble and showcase the complete Marvel Universe Trading Card collection from 1990 to 1994 – nearly 1,000 cards, including rare chase holograms, foils, and acetates. Each card is represented in exacting detail, with commentary throughout from Marvel veterans.
The Marvel Universe Gallery is a chance to examine an anchor point in Marvel history through cards that turned a generation into Marvel maniacs overnight.
Rogue: Shadows of the Past
By Erica Schultz & Luigi Zagaria
Publisher: Marvel – US
ISBN: 9781302968779
Rogue learns you can’t outrun your past!
Rogue has a great life now with her husband, Gambit, and the Uncanny X-Men – but there are still skeletons in her closet… that come out when she least expects it. She has worked so hard to leave her villainous past behind. Unfortunately, it won’t stay buried. But what past sin would make Rogue leave Haven House? Do Mystique and Destiny hold the answer?
Rogue and Mystique have always had a complicated relationship, and it’s not getting any easier. And the X-Man thought her Brotherhood of Evil Mutants days were long behind her, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. What exactly happened at Project PEGASUS? And what does it have to do with Sabretooth and Constrictor?
COLLECTING: Rogue (2026) #1-5
Shock Treatment And Other Stories
By Jack Kamen, Reed Crandall, George Evans et al
Publisher: Fantagraphics
ISBN: 9798875002342
When the Comics Code forced EC Comics to abandon its popular horror and crime titles, EC launched a ‘New Direction’ in hopes of attracting new readers. Among the new titles were two medical dramas, M.D. and Psychoanalysis, which were competing in a rapidly changing media landscape, increasingly dominated by television. It would be more than five years before TV caught up with EC with shows such as Dr. Kildare, Ben Casey, and The Eleventh Hour – precursors to the medical shows we know today.
Artists Jack Kamen, Reed Crandall, George Evans, Graham Ingels, and Joe Orlando paired with writers Robert Bernstein, Jack Oleck, Carl Wessler, and Daniel Keyes to produce a series of taut tales of physical and psychological crises and the doctors who must make split-second life-or-death decisions.
All the stories from M.D. and Psychoanalysis are collected in this volume, including: “The Fight for Life” (Ingels) – mankind’s fight against disease before modern medicine; “Shock Treatment” (Evans) – a young boy’s attempt at suicide; “The Lesson” (Crandall) – the race to save the life of a teenage girl mutilated in a high-speed crash; and “When You Know How” (Orlando) – during a blizzard, a doctor has to perform emergency surgery on a critically injured boy in his family’s kitchen using only the utensils at hand.
Plus: all twelve stories from Psychoanalysis, each masterfully drawn by Jack Kamen and most written by Daniel Keyes about the struggles of three patients to reconcile their inner fears and turmoil with their outward lives.
With an introduction by Dr. Travis Langley, author of the heroes-and-villains Psychology book series.
Slaughterhouse-Five Deluxe Edition
By Kurt Vonnegut, Ryan North & Albert Monteys
Publisher: Archaia
ISBN: 9798217383849
Experience the timeless American classic in its most collectible form. Billy Pilgrim’s journey in Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five is at once a farcical look at the horror and tragedy of war where children are placed on the frontlines and die, and a moving examination of what it means to be fallibly human.
So it goes.
Now you can experience Eisner Award–winning writer Ryan North’s (How to Invent Everything: A Survival Guide for the Stranded Time Traveler) and Eisner Award–nominated artist Albert Monteys’s (Universe!) faithful adaptation like never before with this special edition of the critically acclaimed graphic novel, remastered into a premium deluxe format for the very first time.
The one. Later on… Vol.2
By Nahato (Writer), Nariie Shinichirou (Artist)
Publisher: Titan Manga
ISBN: 9781787747449
A magical isekai romantic comedy of adventure, humor, and rivalry – follow Wazu as he returns to the adventurer’s guild, navigates jealous suitors, trains his dragon, and faces new supernatural challenges.
Wazu’s journey continues as he steps into the adventurer’s guild and navigates a world full of magical challenges, jealous rivals, and unexpected bonds. Now, accompanied by his pet dragon, Wazu finds himself at the center of romantic rivalries while honing his powers and facing supernatural threats. Between humorous misunderstandings and magical duels, Wazu must balance adventure, friendship, and the growing attention of multiple suitors.
Written by NAHAaTO and beautifully illustrated by Nariie Shinichirou, The One. Later On… blends romantic comedy, action, and fantasy adventure. Wazu’s overpowered abilities collide with interpersonal drama, magical creatures, and epic battles. With humor, heart, and high-stakes magical encounters, this volume promises a thrilling continuation of Wazu’s journey.
Perfect for fans of lighthearted yet epic fantasy isekai stories where romance, adventure, and magic collide.
Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider
Author/Artist: Yokusaru Shibata
Publisher: Titan Manga
ISBN: 9781806183166
The manga that inspired the hit-Crunchyroll anime, this thrilling tokusatsu manga is a must-read for new and faithful fans of the iconic Kamen Rider franchise.
From the prominent manga creator Yokusaru Shibata (81 Driver, Air Master), who’s been trusted to bring a fresh comedic twist to a globally renowned series.
Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Vol. 1 is the manga behind the hit anime now streaming on Crunchyroll. It is the outrageous, heartfelt comedy that reimagines Japan’s most legendary hero franchise with a sharp modern twist. When mild-mannered office worker Tojima Jr. decides he’s destined to become a real Kamen Rider – despite having no powers, no motorcycle, and no clue – he sets off on a chaotic quest that collides everyday absurdity with over-the-top tokusatsu action.
From battling malfunctioning monster suits to surviving his company’s soul-crushing meetings, Tojima’s fight for justice becomes the funniest struggle of them all: growing up without giving up your dreams.
Created by Yokusaru Shibata, the celebrated mind behind 81 Diver, Hits, and Air Master, this series delivers his trademark blend of manic comedy, razor-sharp satire, and unexpected emotion. Fans of Kamen Rider, One-Punch Man, and Gintama alike will find both nostalgia and fresh laughs in every panel. Whether you grew up shouting “Henshin!” or are discovering masked heroes for the first time, this is a hilarious, heartfelt tribute to chasing impossible dreams – and doing it in style.
The Three Beasts
By Grovey Pascasio
Publisher: Maverick
ISBN: 9781545827635
Ten years ago, the Great Tamers saved the people of Punong Panday from a giant hydra, turning the once savage beast into a peace-keeper. Now, these three men are known across the land as legends. But for Dima, Espie, and Keris, the Great Tamers are more than legends… they’re their fathers. And to become worthy successors, the young friends must each prove themselves in a physical contest against the hydra, Matutum.
Dima is too meek and untalented, especially compared to the short-tempered Espie. Even their cool mentor Keris never stood a chance at winning. When their dreams become a deadly game of pride, they have to find a way out together – with their blades drawn, and their fathers’ legacies burnt to ashes.
Draconic action, intimately written friendships, and a lush setting all come together in The Three Beasts, from debut author-illustrator Grovey Pascasio.
The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus Vol. 6
Written by Chris Claremont & Roger Stern with Al Milgrom, Christopher Priest, Jim Shooter, Tom Defalco & Jo Duffy
Pencilled by Marc Silvestri, Jon Bogdanove & Alan Davis with Rick Leonardi, Butch Guice, John Buscema, Mark Bright, John Romita Jr., Bret Blevins, Barry Windsor-Smith, Kerry Gammill, Keith Pollard, Colleen Doran & Marshall Rogers
Publisher: Marvel US
ISBN: 9781302968502
Scintillating stylist Marc Silvestri begins to craft his legacy as an X-Men art legend!
Collecting two years of X-Men stories from the height of the late-’80s zeitgeist, The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus Vol. 6 delivers new characters, new creators and a whole lot of new trouble for Marvel’s mutant phenomenon! This beautifully restored volume opens with the “Mutant Massacre,” where the X-Men – alongside new member Psylocke – confront the genocidal threat of Sabretooth and the Marauders. It closes with “Fall of the Mutants,” a time- and space-bending epic that propels the team to the Australian outback and into the crosshairs of the deadly Reavers.
Rounding out this era are limited-series showdowns with the Avengers, the Fantastic Four and the devil himself, Mephisto; rare one-shots like Spider-Man vs. Wolverine; and a trove of Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe entries.
COLLECTING: Uncanny X-Men (1981) #210-231, X-Men Annual (1970) #11, Mephisto Vs. (1987) #3-4, Spider-Man Vs. Wolverine (1987) #1, Fantastic Four vs X-Men (1987) #1-4, X-Men vs Avengers (1987) #1-4; material from Marvel Fanfare (1982) #38, Best of Marvel (1987), Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe: Deluxe Edition (1985)
Wandering Cat’s Cage
By Akane Torikai (Writer/Artist), Jocelyne Allen (Translator)
Publisher: Takumigraphics
ISBN: 9798875002397
In Akane Torikai’s Wandering Cat’s Cage, it is the near future. Only a few women are still able to menstruate, and even fewer men will be born to them. Reproduction is limited to medical intervention controlled from on high, and the structures and lives of the past hold no weight: they are only hinted at through the remaining scraps of a world that no longer exists. Life can be good, though, if you fall in line, and the women of The City live bright, happy, tightly controlled lives.
But complete obedience isn’t for everyone. For the women across the river, who live in a rundown shantytown, viewing the opulence of the city from afar each night, life is different. It is humble, and often dangerous, but it is free. It is here that Sanada, a young acupuncturist, lives with the mysterious Reiho, the only male she’s ever met, and who sells himself to the rich women who sneak across the river for something they’ve never experienced… The two form a small ‘family,’ taking in other young women ousted from the city.
But a real, living, breathing male might be too precious to leave to the shabby streets. When Reiho is kidnapped at gunpoint and taken to the breeding program in the city, Sanada must join with the other outcasts to try and rescue him, and learn the difficult truths of love, self-actualisation, society, community, safety, and the future itself.
Master manga-ka Akane Torikai (Sensei’s Pious Lie) has produced a stunning work of relational SF through a gender-bent looking glass. Torikai pulls no punches examining the deeply messy subjects of our day – sexuality, gender dynamics, romantic love, familial trauma, freedom, and control, through immaculately realized settings and character-rich, emotive body language. Produced in partnership with MSX: Mangasplaining Extra.
The Witcher Volume 11: Blood Stone
By Daniel Freedman, Pius Bak & Roman Titov
Publisher: Dark Horse
ISBN: 9781506727066
Amid a hunt for a mysterious beast, Geralt makes a discovery that will surrender a town to its fate.
Ancient dwarven mines have attracted treasure hunters, and legend has it a horned beast is killing them. With no signs of an attack, Geralt surveys the lay of the land, but in the labyrinth of the dwarven caves, what remains is best left untouched. With an unprecedented act of rage befalling the nearby town and a promise of fortune, could there be a connection? As the townsfolk succumb to greed and obsession, Geralt must prevent a tragedy fated by blood… and within blood.
Collects The Witcher: Blood Stone #1–#4
28th October 2026
Another Realm
Author: Kristyna Baczynski
Publisher: Avery Hill Publishing
ISBN: 9781917355353
A vibrant, career spanning celebration of the work of British Ukrainian illustrator and cartoonist Kristyna Baczynski, bringing together her acclaimed graphic novel Retrograde Orbit with a rich selection of her self published comics and illustrated zines. This collection showcases Baczynski’s unmistakable visual voice – pages alive with colour, emotion, and intricate characterisation.
Drawing on inspirations that range from nature and folklore to 1990s pop nostalgia and gentle sci fi atmospheres, her work creates worlds that are warm, strange, imaginative, and deeply human. Readers will find tender autobiographical pieces, exuberant short comics, playful experiments in risograph printmaking, and the full sweep of Retrograde Orbit, her coming of age tale of identity, heritage, and finding one’s place in the cosmos.
Across more than a decade of making, Baczynski has built a body of work that bridges independent zine culture with mainstream publishing, collaborating with houses such as Penguin Random House, Hachette, 2000AD, Carlton, and Canongate. This volume gathers the very best of her small press output alongside her major long-form work, offering a definitive introduction to an artist whose storytelling is as heartfelt as it is visually distinctive.
A richly illustrated, genre blending collection for fans of contemporary comics, risograph art, and creators with a singular, imaginative world of their own.
Meanwhile… The Best
Author: Various
Publisher: Soaring Penguin Press
ISBN: 9781908030580
Collecting the best stories from the first twelve volumes of Meanwhile…, the critically-acclaimed anthology from Soaring Penguin Press, Meanwhile… The Best will satisfy the most discerning comics reader.
“The UK’s premiere comics anthology… Meanwhile… is a stunning showcase for some of the brightest voices in independent comics,” said Tim Cundle, over at Mass Movement during its original run, “and continues to prove why it should be an essential part of every comic fans pull list.”
31st October 2026
Afterlife-time Employment
Author: Jeff Martin
Publisher: Renegade Arts Entertainment
ISBN: 9781998489923
“And you thought your job was hell”… Doug is a lowly office demon, working at Hell Inc. Trying to wring any bit of happiness out of his soul-crushing existence is his full time job. Now, besides clumsily trying to start an office romance, and constantly running afoul of his boss, Doug also finds himself in charge of the new intern; a freshly deceased and understandably terrified human soul.
Join Doug and his co-workers as they experience the eternal joys of Candied Sheep Day, the pains of the Mandatory Intramural Slo-Pitch tournament, and the bizarre stresses of the company Christmas Party.
Collecting 300 comic strips from the popular webcomic, Hell Inc. including six new exclusive comic stories.
“It’s like The Office. If The Office was set in hell.”
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