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June 25, 2024 / June 25, 2024 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
Get these exclusive variants only from the CEX Comics online store! Seven Years in Darkness Year #1Red Foil ExclusiveBill Sienkiewicz Seven Years in Darkness Year 2 #1Red Foil ExclusiveJason Shawn Alexander Written byJoseph Schmalke Art byJoseph Schmalke Welcome to the Academy of Black Magic, where 72 students will enter for their first year, and after seven years learning the dark arts, only seven will graduate alive! The limited edition of the very first issue of SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS (limited to 100 copies printed total!) features the rare BILL SIENKIEWICZ cover and a gorgeous red foil logo. This book was printed as part of the original run but has remained locked in the Academy’s vault until the release of SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS YEAR TWO #1! The time to release this exclusive is now! And we are only releasing 50 of them! Get them now, while you can! And just like with the RED FOIL variant for SYID #1, the SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS: YEAR TWO #1 RED FOIL variant was printed as part of the original print run and was also limited to just 100 copies. In honor of the launch of SYID: YEAR TWO #1, we are releasing 50 copies of this variant as well! Look at the cover if you dare! But beware, it might just put a spell on you!
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June 4, 2024 / June 4, 2024 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
Seven Years in Darkness Year Two #1 Cover AJoseph Schmalke Cover BJoseph Schmalke Cover CJason Shawn Alexander Cover DJason Shawn Alexander Written byJoseph Schmalke Art byJoseph Schmalke Welcome to Year Two at the Academy of Black Magic. The 59 surviving Apprentices advance into their second year of studies as the new class of Mages. This inaugural tale for year two follows a magically gifted student, Honey, who finds herself the target of a patristic entity intent on corrupting and ultimately devouring her soul. DiamondCover A: JAN241508Cover B: JAN241509Cover C: JAN241510Cover D: JAN241510 LunarCover A: 0124CX352Cover B: 0124CX353Cover C: 0124CX354Cover D: 0124CX355 Marguerite vs. the Occupation (one-shot) Cover AKasey Quevedo Cover BSebastian Piriz Written byJohn Luzar Art byKasey Quevedo August 1944, four years after the Nazis invaded France during World War II, 17-year-old Marguerite returns to her childhood home, only to find a German machine gun crew occupying the bombed-out remains of her bedroom-perverting her home and room that once brought her joy and wonder. She’s about to take her home back! DiamondCover A: JAN241506Cover B: JAN241507 LunarCover A: 0124CX350Cover B: 0124CX351
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October 20, 2023 / October 20, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
Get caught up on Seven Years in Darkness before the killer second season! The countdown begins. CEX’s acclaimed fantasy series Seven Years in Darkness returns for a killer second season in 2024. With little time left before the next chapter unfolds, revisit the dark world of sorcery and survival from Joseph Schmalke. 72 students entered the dreaded Academy of Black Magic, where after 7 years, only 7 will remain alive. Relive the alliances and betrayals as freshmen complete their first grueling year within the Academy of Black Magic’s shadowy halls. Beyond those walls, an entire underground city awaits the fledgling sorcerers and the potentially life-threatening trials of sophomore year. Catch up on all the magical mayhem before Seven Years in Darkness casts its next wicked spell upon you. The game of survival is about to intensify. Seven Years in Darkness: Year One—Progress collects issues 1–4 of the series in a saddle-stitched, 100-page format priced to move at $9.99. This edition is perfect for new readers to jump on the series before the premiere of Year Two in 2024! #SevenYearsInDarkness Next, the final chapter in the hard-hitting, gritty elephant conservation series TUSKERS arrives! After a devastating attack leaves the herd reeling, the giant mammals and their human allies must summon the strength for one last push to safety. But with the animal sanctuary finally within reach, the ruthless poacher Katumba emerges to unleash a final barrage, changing the lives of all involved! Written by Marc Gaffen and Javier Barrios and vividly illustrated by Daniel Govar, the […]
September 22, 2023 / September 22, 2023 by Editorial Team | Leave a Comment
An ancient evil is about to be unleashed on an unsuspecting city! Within the walls of the secluded magical academy, the outcast student Zero plans to awaken an ancient, catastrophic beast to stop the villagers’ murderous rebellion. Will the Shamir Worm’s legendary power save the school? Or will it bring total annihilation? Find out in the thrilling SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS: THE SHAMIR WORM, arriving this January! #SevenYearsInDarkness In this next installment of the TUSKERS saga, the elephant herd’s migration across the Serengeti grows more perilous as poachers close in. With their lives hanging in the balance, will greed divide the tuskers or will they unite against those who seek their destruction? #Tuskers In this explosive series finale, Elliot leads the Miracles into an all-or-nothing showdown with their greatest nemesis. Failure means total annihilation. Is this the final curtain call for the Miracles, or will Elliot summon the strength to defeat the Master and save everything they’ve fought for? The thrilling conclusion arrives this January! #TheMiracles SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1 (OF 1) (ONE-SHOT) Written & Illustrated byJOSEPH SCHMALKE Cover CC.P. WILSON III Late at night in the city of Scholomance, a group of locals scheme to overthrow the school of Black Magic and kill its students. Zero has been watching, however, and plans to unleash The Shamir Worm on this underground city. The Shamir, a creature of extraordinary power, hasn’t been seen for thousands of years and has never been used for such nefarious purposes… until now. Diamond IDOCT231638 / OCT231639 / OCT231640 Lunar Product Codes1023CX427 / 1023CX427 […]
September 7, 2023 / September 7, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
THE MIRACLES #1 premieres this fall! Shelbyville, KY — September 7, 2023 — With fan interest increasing, CEX Publishing is proud to announce that we are rushing a second printing of the premiere issue of THE MIRACLES by Joseph Glass and Vince Underwood in order to meet demand. The release of this new printing will coincide with the first printing to ensure that all fans can find their copy when they hit store shelves this fall. The Miracles tells the story of a family of superheroes and an astonishing secret they keep, all with a meta twist that you have to read to believe. Quantities of this second printing are limited, so be sure to let your favorite retailer or specialty shop know before they are gone. “When initial orders came in, we were a little concerned as they didn’t match the excitement we were seeing online,” said Andy Schmidt, CEX Publisher. “We believe so strongly in this project that we felt that the only thing we could do is rush a second printing rather than disappoint fans.” This 56-page double-sized introduction issue sees high school senior Elliot Morgan discovering he has superhuman abilities, and as any comic fan would do, he immediately adopts the role of a superhero. “I can’t wait for people to meet The Miracles,” says writer Joseph Glass. “It’s a story I’ve wanted to tell since I started writing comics. It’s allowed me to touch on a number of issues that interest me, including refugees, the role of heroes in this […]
August 18, 2023 / August 18, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
BRAVE HEARTS AND BROKEN TRUNKS: THE BATTLE TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS BEGINS IN TUSKERS! Embark on an extraordinary journey to save orphaned elephants in the upcoming series TUSKERS. When a herd of African elephants falls victim to a brutal poaching attack, a team of brave wildlife conservationists risks it all to lead the traumatized herd on a treacherous hundreds-of-mile journey to safety. Told from the alternating perspectives of humans and elephants, Tuskers chronicles the path from danger to sanctuary, shedding light on the devastating impacts of poaching through a tale of hope, resilience, and redemption. Brought to life by the deft words of writers Marc Gaffen (The Bernie Mac Show, Grimm, New Amsterdam) and Javier Barrios and the skilled hands of illustrator Daniel Govar (A Year of Marvels, Lovecraft, Mr. Trunk Builds a Wall), Tuskers takes readers on an emotional ride from the wilds of South Sudan to an elephant sanctuary in Kenya. Join the dangerous expedition to save these orphaned elephants from vicious poachers and experience the unbreakable bonds between species on a quest for survival. Tuskers delivers a gripping conservation story full of heart and purpose. #Tuskers Next up, when real evil emerges, a bumbling crew of ex-superhero actors must transform themselves from shallow performers into genuine heroes to save the planet—but can these out-of-practice superstars tap into their rusty abilities in time? It’s lights out for humanity unless the former cast of the classic Super Scouts show can dust off their capes once more and pull off the real-life superheroics of their […]
July 21, 2023 / July 27, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
CAN THE SUPER SCOUTS UNITE TO SAVE THE GALAXY FROM INTERGALACTIC WAR! Once, they were the stars of the pop culture phenomenon Super Scouts; thirty years later, these washed-up actors are the galaxy’s only hope as they discover the show’s on-screen adventures were real. Written by Ryan Little, co-creator of the Disney+ series I Am Groot and What If… season 2, and illustrated by Bruno Oliveria (The Amazing Spider-Man, Deadpool, Mosaic), Super Scouts follows in the footsteps of Galaxy Quest and Real Heroes, blending fantasy with reality. #SuperScouts With secrets revealed, Elliot is now free to live his best life as the high-flying Miracle! The action and adventure continue in The Miracles #2 from Joseph Glass (The Pride, Glitter Vipers, Young Men in Love) and Vince Underwood (Elk Mountain) and featuring a variant cover from guest artist David Talaski (DC Pride, Superman, Commanders in Crisis)! #TheMiracles SUPER SCOUTS #1 (OF 2) Written byRYAN LITTLE Illustrated byBRUNO OLIVEIRA Cover ABRUNO OLIVEIRA Cover BBRUNO OLIVEIRA Cover CCHRIS SHEHAN Thirty years after they were the stars of the hit super sentai show “Super Scouts,” the washed-up actors discover their show was based on a real intergalactic war. Now, to save the galaxy, they must become the heroes they once pretended to be. From Ryan Little, the co-creator of the Disney+ series I Am Groot and What If… season 2, comes an exciting new superhero team ready to save the galaxy from whatever might be headed its way! Diamond IDAUG231801 / AUG231802 / AUG231803 Lunar Product Codes0823CX524 / 0823CX525 / 0823CX526 UPCCover A: 79394597464100111Cover B: 79394597464100121Cover C: 79394597464100131 THE MIRACLES #2 (OF 4) Written byJOSEPH GLASS […]
June 23, 2023 / June 23, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
ALL FAMILIES HAVE SECRETS; THE MORGAN’S WILL ASTONISH YOU! Writer Joseph Glass (The Pride & Glitter Vipers) and artist Vince Underwood (Elk Mountain) bring you a meta tale of family secrets and astonishing four-color fantasies! When high school senior Elliot Morgan discovers he has superhuman abilities, he does what any comic fan would do: immediately adopt the role of a superhero. The Miracles tells the story of family, superheroes, and an astonishing secret you have to read to believe. The Miracles is a four-issue miniseries starting this October and featuring Kirby-inspired covers by series artist Vince Underwood and a selection of variants from leading queer creators, including Kevin Wada (Scarlet Witch) and Sereno creator Luciano Vecchio. #TheMiracles As the country approaches the turn of the century, bison are being hunted to extinction, and only a wire-slinging bison herder is determined to stop it. Brought to you by Jake Palermo (Gutternaut) and Raquel Kusiak (Lens), Wire Fence is an intense tale of the untamed American West with a fantasy twist. Look for it in your favorite comic and specialty store this October! #WireFence THE MIRACLES #1 (OF 4) Written byJOSEPH GLASS Illustrated byVINCE UNDERWOOD Cover AVINCE UNDERWOOD Cover BVINCE UNDERWOOD Cover CKEVIN WADA High School Senior Elliot Morgan has been obsessed with superhero comics all his life, especially Major Voltage Adventures, a comic that suddenly ended the year he was born. A family secret unravels just as he’s suddenly getting super-powers! Don’t miss this double-sized collector’s item first issue! Diamond IDJUL231496 / JUL231497 / JUL231498 Lunar Product Codes0723CX461 / 0723CX462 / 0723CX463 UPCCover A: 79394597458000111Cover B: 79394597458000121Cover C: 79394597458000131 […]
May 24, 2023 / May 24, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
CEX PUBLISHING AND ZOOP ANNOUNCE A NEW CAMPAIGN FOR THE ULTIMATE SERENO COLLECTION Check out the exclusive cover for SERENO: THE NIGHTWATCHMEN HC, by Luciano Vecchio Shelbyville, KY — May, 24, 2023 — CEX Publishing and Zoop are proud to announce a new campaign for the SERENO: THE NIGHTWATCHMAN hardcover collection featuring an exclusive cover designed by Argentinian comic book writer and artist Luciano Vecchio (Iceman, Marvel Voices, Champions, DC Pride). Meet Sereno, the Mystic Master of Light and guardian of New Teia, a city where magic and science intertwine by night! Sereno is a deeply personal work for Vecchio, a prominent LGBTQ rights advocate, who has contributed to both Marvel’s Voices: Pride and DC’s Pride Anthology. “I’m truly ecstatic that Sereno will finally be available in English!” Vecchio said. “This is a foundational series for me, one that pushed me to grow beyond being just an artist but to a full-on author. It challenged me to rethink the way I approach comics, superheroes, and our role as creators. It’s an extremely intimate and personal work and I’m excited to share it with as many readers as possible.” Originally offered by CEX Publishing as a three issue mini series, this collection includes loads of exclusive extras and features a new cover designed exclusively for Zoop by Luciano Vecchio! “When I first saw Sereno I was immediately struck by Luciano’s art and his style for the series.” said Andy Schmidt, publisher at CEX Publishing. “It was clear this was not only a great book for readers, […]
May 19, 2023 / June 16, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
IT’S A RACE AGAINST TIME AND SUNRISE! It’s the premiere of Gargoyle by Moonlight by Timothy Bach & Brian Atkins! Join Gary Doyle, cursed to become a stone gargoyle when the sun sets, as he battles underworld demons and faces a vengeful demigod. Guided in his crusade by the mysterious gypsy, Drina, and aided by the enchanting archaeologist, Chloe Anders, he must embrace his true nature to save the city before sunrise.#CurseOfTheGargoyle Next, prepare for an intense battle in the streets of Stalingrad as Svetlana fights hordes of undead with a toddler strapped to her back, defying the odds of survival that are a million to one – and that’s the good news. #MotherRussiaComic Finally, witness the captivating finale of Year One at the Academy of Black Magic, where alliances are forged, perilous rituals ensue, and the trials for the coveted position of Weathermaker turn sinister! #SevenYearsInDarkness GARGOYLE BY MOONLIGHT Written byTIMOTHY BACH Illustrated & Covers byBRIAN ATKINS Cursed to turn into a gargoyle every night, Gary Doyle fights creepy-crawly demons, all the while determined not to let these battles turn him into a monster. Monster-punching urban fantasy with heart—a comic that’s like Hellboy on Yancy Street! For fans of Do a Powerbomb, Firepower, Werewolf By Night! Diamond IDJUN231724 / JUN231725 / JUN231726 Lunar Product Codes0623CX316 / 0623CX317 / 0623CX318 UPCCover A: 79394597462700111Cover B: 79394597462700121Cover C: 79394597462700131 MOTHER RUSSIA #3 (OF 3) Written & Illustrated byJEFF MCCOMSEY Cover BGANNON BECK Cover CGILES CRAWFORD It’s a Ballroom Blitzkrieg in the streets of Stalingrad as Mother Russia fights her way through a sea of undead while a toddler is strapped to […]
April 21, 2023 / April 21, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS & ZOMBIES, OH MY! CEX is proud to announce the following comics releasing in comic shops and specialty stores this August! A mother-daughter relationship is put to the ultimate test when they, along with the daughter’s best friend, find themselves trapped in a remote cabin during a blizzard. Will they be able to withstand the harsh conditions and the tension that arises between them? Only time will tell as they wait for the storm to pass. Brought to you by Brett Seth Simon (Money Clip, Coins for the Ferryman) and Sergi Domènech (The Disciple). In the next installment of MOTHER RUSSIA by Jeff McComsey (Honcho, Son of Hitler), Svetlana finds herself forming an unlikely alliance with her former enemy in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. As the old saying goes, “the enemy of my enemy is my friend,” but in this case, the enemy happens to be a Nazi. The undead horde is relentless, and Svetlana must do whatever it takes to keep her and the newfound child alive. OPUS & ASHES Written byBRETT SETH SIMON Illustrated bySERGI DOMèNECH Cover ADANI STRIPS, TAMRA BONVILLAIN Cover BSERGI DOMèNECH, JOSH JENSEN Two best friends. One overbearing mother. Trapped with no heat in a cabin during a brutal blizzard. Helena Santos’s struggle for her life and her life’s work has just begun. Read the gripping thriller by Brett Simon and Sergi Domenech! Diamond IDMAY231686 / MAY231687 Lunar Product Codes0523CX313 / 0523CX314 Diamond IDMAY231686 / MAY231687 UPCCover A: 79394597461000111Cover B: 79394597461000121 MOTHER RUSSIA #2 Written & Illustrated byJEFF MCCOMSEY Cover BVICTOR […]
April 20, 2023 / April 20, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS conjures up a Third Printing! SHELBYVILLE, KY — April 20, 2023 — CEX is excited to announce the third printing of SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1, following the rapid sell-out of both the first and second printings at the distributor level. This new comic series by artist/writer Joseph Schmalke has been a hit with fans and is now available again at comic shops and specialty stores. If you haven’t yet had a chance to check out this dark and magical new series, now is the perfect time to jump on board! While some retail copies may still be available, they are vanishing quickly! Get your copy right away! “The response to Seven Years in Darkness has been immense,” said CEX Publisher Andy Schmidt, “and I want to thank the retailers and fans who have made this third printing possible. We know you’ll love it as much as we do.” Seven Years in Darkness: Year One #1 third printing is now available for retailers to order through Diamond Comics and Lunar Distribution. Retailers, don’t forget to order this new printing by Monday, May 1! #SevenYearsInDarkness SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1 – THIRD PRINTINGCreated by JOSEPH SCHMALKEDiamond ID: MAR238093Lunar Code: 0423CX809UPC: 79394597454200113
April 5, 2023 / April 5, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
DEBUT ISSUE OF JOSEPH SCHMALKE’S SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS SELLS OUT AND CONJURES UP A SECOND PRINTING! Check out the new second-printing variant cover for SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1, in stores in April! SHELBYVILLE, KY — April 5, 2023 — CEX is proud to announce that demand for Joseph Schmalke’s Seven Years in Darkness: Year One #1 has exceeded expectations and is sold out at the distributor level. CEX Publishing will rush the first issue back to print in order to keep up with rising demand for the indie horror title. The new printing will feature an alternate logo color and is limited to a single cover design. The Academy of Black Magic is about to welcome its first new class of students in 200 years, but this is no Hogwarts. 72 children enrolled, but only SEVEN will graduate alive… Seven Years in Darkness: Year One #1 is the start of an epic fantasy and horror adventure that thrills and terrifies at every turn. Seven Years in Darkness utilizes Schmalke’s stunning visuals to capture the anxiety that comes with attending high school. Joseph Schmalke has masterfully crafted something that is both chillingly familiar and artfully terrifying. “Given the interest in the series, we overprinted in an attempt to meet demand, but it wasn’t enough,” said Andy Schmidt, publisher at CEX. “Joe has managed to build such a devoted fanbase for Seven Years prior to its launch, and that fanbase is continuing to grow. As a result, we made the decision to fast-track a second […]
March 24, 2023 / March 24, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
ONE BABY. ONE RIFLE. TWO MILLION ZOMBIES Mother Russia is a gripping and thrilling series set during the height of World War II. The story follows a Soviet sniper who finds herself battling not just Nazi forces but also hordes of flesh-eating zombies. Amidst the chaos and danger, she takes on the responsibility of protecting an innocent child, raising questions about whether she is ready for the challenges of motherhood in a war-torn environment. Written and illustrated by Jeff McCommsey, the creator of the popular Mother Russia: Winter Special, this series promises intense action and suspense. The stunning cover art by rising star guest artist Ugis Berzins further adds to the excitement. Don’t miss the chance to own the 1-in-10 incentive cover by Michael Avon Oeming (Powers, The Mice Templar)! If you’re a fan of action, horror, and historical fiction, Mother Russia is a must-read series. Next, get ready for the highly anticipated third issue of Seven Years in Darkness, where Matthew and the other apprentice mages prepare to be sorted into their respective houses amidst the threat of sabotage, following the devastating massacre. Don’t miss out on the action and suspense in this thrilling series, coming in July! MOTHER RUSSIA #1 Written & Illustrated byJEFF MCCOMSEY Cover BUGIS BERZINS Cover CMICHAEL AVON OEMING One baby. One rifle. Two million zombies! As a zombie apocalypse breaks out in WWII, a Soviet sniper risks her life to protect an innocent baby boy. From Jeff McCommsey, the creator behind the hit MOTHER RUSSIA: WINTER SPECIAL and introducing […]
February 17, 2023 / March 24, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
IT’S HARD NOT TO LOVE A DOG COUPLE! Astro & Inez is a comic that is perfect for anyone who has ever loved a pet. ASTRO & INEZ, the debut comic and successful Kickstarter campaign by Lewelin Polanco, is a heartwarming and relatable story about the love and frustration we all feel for our pets. This one-shot includes five complete stories featuring the antics and hijinks between a dog and her owner, and is sure to make you laugh and feel the love. Keep an eye out for its release this coming June! Get ready for an explosive showdown as the cold war looms in JOSIF 1957 #2. President Eisenhower blasts off into space to confront Josif, the Soviet gorilla astronaut. However, not everything is as it appears, and the question arises – is Josif a Communist pawn, or does he have his own agenda? Italian superstar Fabiano Ambu’s stunning illustrations continue to astound in this odd-ball crowd pleaser. JOSIF 1957 #2 boasts two regular covers, as well as an incentive cover by Ambu, paying homage to “Blade Runner”. Don’t miss out on this exciting and visually stunning comic! What Retailers Need to Know about Astro & Inez: ASTRO & INÉZ: LA NOVELA (ONE SHOT) Written byLEWELIN POLANCO Illustrated byJUAN ROMERA Cover AJUAN ROMERA Cover BELIZABETH BEALS Cover CLANE LLOYD The adorable misadventures of Astro, a troublemaking pup, and his human, Inéz! Astro has no sense of boundaries, and his impatience gets Inéz into all kinds of shenanigans. Inéz is a hopeless romantic with a […]
January 20, 2023 / January 20, 2023 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
THE SOVIET UNION’S BIGGEST SECRET FINALLY EXPOSED! Who or what is JOSIF? Find out this May! It’s the dawn of the space race and the Soviet Union has successfully beaten the United States to space. But the CCCP has more sinister designs for its space program, a means to rid themselves of their biggest mistake! Finally, the story of JOSIF, the first gorilla in space can be told! Brought to you by writer Davide Barzai and introducing Italian artist Fabiano Ambu! Check out JOSIF 1957 #1 this May! Also, as the newly reopened Academy of Black Magic students make their way through the underground city of Scholomance they are met by the vampiric creature Ornansis. Is he friend or foe? Find out in SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #2! Featuring a 1:10 variant cover by living legend Ben Templesmith! Finally, comes a creation tale inspired by the folklore of the Atayal people of Taiwan. Drawn by legendary Taiwanese artist Chang Sheng, THE FIRST THREE introduces the first people, two men and one woman, to earth, but is two men one too many? Find out this May! What Retailers Need to Know about Josif 1957: JOSIF 1957 #1 Written byDAVIDE BARZI Illustrated byFABIANO AMBU Cover AFABIANO AMBU Cover BFABIANO AMBU Cover CFABIANO AMBU Debuting the work of Italian super star artist Fabiano Ambu! You know about Laika, the Cosmonaut dog sent into orbit on Sputnik 2. But no one knows about JOSIF, the first gorilla in space! Born on Josif Stalin’s birthday and subjected to terrible genetic […]
December 23, 2022 / December 23, 2022 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
THE FUTURE OF FOOD IS IN SPACE! Can alien life sustain a hungry planet? Find out this April! As the global population grows and the demand for food increases, humanity looks to other sources of food, including space. Written by Matt Carr and illustrated by Lane Llyod (Egged, Transformers), Mise En Place explores the depths humans will go to feed themselves, and what could happen if the food fights back. This One-Shot features a cover by Nicole Goux (Shadow of the Batgirl, Forest Hills Bootleg Society) and arrives in stores this April. Also, the epic adventure of mystic hero Sereno concludes. Will Sereno’s secret origin hold the key to salvation? Find out in SERENO #3! Finally, this is the collector’s item that started it all! Originally released at New York Comic Con 2022, the SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS ASHCAN is limited to only 200 copies! What Retailers Need to Know about Mise En Place: MISE EN PLACE Written byMATT CARR Illustrated & Cover B byLANE LLOYD Cover ANICOLE GOUX After consuming every animal on Earth, humanity turns to the stars, enslaving, butchering and consuming creatures from across the galaxy. But now the food is fighting back — in spectacularly gory fashion! Tuck in your napkin for this messy, pulpy, over-the-top tale of bloody revenge. Dinner is served! Diamond IDJAN231417 / JAN231418 Lunar Product Codes0123CX234 / 0123CX235 UPCCover A: 793945974559 00111Cover B: 793945974559 00121 SERENO #3 Written & Illustrated byLUCIANO VECCHIO Cover BPAULA BOFFO SUKERMERCADO The final pieces of the super ritual fall into place. Rise Photophobos, […]
November 18, 2022 / November 18, 2022 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
THE ACADEMY OF BLACK MAGIC IS NOW OPEN! 72 children enroll, but only SEVEN will graduate alive… A call has gone out that The Academy of Black Magic is about to reopen its doors for the first time in 200 years. The Headmaster, school staff, and denizens of the underground city of Scholomance are making their final preparations for the arrival of these outsider children. From the mind of artist/writer Joseph Schmalke (THE INFERNAL PACT, CHERRY BLACKBIRD, PHANTOM STARKILLER, WE DON’T KILL SPIDERS) Seven Years in Darkness breaks with some horror taboos where children could die in a high fantasy winner-takes-all situation. The ritual of the new class begins in March. Also, Sereno’s adventures continue as a new hero arrives in New Teia, armed with advanced tech and inspired by Sereno, is NüMen friend or foe? Find out in SERENO #2! What Retailers Need to Know about Seven Years in Darkness: SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1 Written & Ilustrated by: JOE SCHMALKECover C: BILL SIENKIEWICZRetail Price $4.99On Sale 03/29 The Academy of Black Magic has reopened its doors for the first time in 200 years! Seventy-two children will walk through the Academy doors for freshmen year. But only seven will graduate and walk out alive! Their seven-year journey starts here, in this dark and sweeping fantasy epic from acclaimed comics creator Joe Schmalke! Featuring a 1:10 variant cover by living legend Bill Sienkiewicz! Diamond IDDEC221224 / DEC221225 / DEC221226 Lunar Product Codes1222CX283 / 1222CX284 / 1222CX285 UPCCover A: 79394597454200111Cover B: 79394597454200121Cover C: 79394597454200131 SERENO #2 Written […]
October 21, 2022 / October 24, 2022 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
MEET SERENO, A NEW HERO, FOR A NEW YEAR! Heroes, magic, horror, and fantasy all coming this February! Meet SERENO, the Mystic Master of Light and guardian of New Teia, a city where magic and science intertwine by night! Written and drawn by Argentinean artist Luciano Vecchio, the superstar talent known for his work on Ironheart, Champions, Wiccan & Hulkling, Edge of the Spider-Verse, and Iceman for Marvel Comics and DC Pride, Teen Justice, and Super Sons for DC Comics. SERENO #1 marks the first time the series has been translated into English for an American audience. Additionally, CEX is proud to present a gripping tale of history and horror from rising star Clara Meath. Mother 47 is a dark, weird, horror story set in the backdrop of Nazi Germany during World War II. This one-shot is beautifully illustrated in black & white by Clara Meath (Edgar Allan Poe’s The Conqueror Worm, The Throwaways, and Shadow Play) and features covers from Clara as well as Zach Howard (Wild Blue Yonder, Shaun of the Dead, Spider-Man, X-Men, GI Joe, The Cape, and Batman). In stores this February! Finally, prepare for con season with this sketch-ready con cover! Featuring the Marvel 25th Anniversary Frame homage cover from Saga of a Doomed Universe #1, this sketch cover features the perfect place to feature artwork from your favorite artist! This variant cover is limited to only 500 copies so make sure to order yours now! What Retailers Need to Know about Sereno #1: Double-Size first issue. Three-issue miniseries. 1:10 Virgin Incentive Cover. On sale February 2023. […]
October 4, 2022 / October 4, 2022 by CEX Publishing | Leave a Comment
72 children enroll, but only SEVEN will graduate alive.. Shelbyville, KY — October 4, 2022 — Joseph Schmalke and CEX Publishing are launching a new series: Seven Years in Darkness, and attendees at New York Comic-Con will get their first look thanks to an Ashcan being sold at the convention. SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS tells the story of the first group of students to enter a wizarding school in over a hundred years. 72 children are selected for the new class, but only seven will graduate, alive. Joseph Schmalke is the Co-Publisher of Black Caravan and a comics creator, writer, and illustrator residing in Westbrook, Maine. Joe is the artist and writer on several comic book titles including: THE INFERNAL PACT, CHERRY BLACKBIRD, PHANTOM STARKILLER (with Peter Goral), WE DON’T KILL SPIDERS, THE ELECTRIC BLACK (With Rich Woodall), and MURDER HOBO (With Jason Lynch). “Seven Years In Darkness breaks with some horror taboos where children could die in a high fantasy winner-takes-all situation.” Schmalke said. “A group of kids are forced into the academy of Black Magic and while seventy-two enter only seven will leave alive. CEX took a bold move picking up this book and I’m excited to partner with them as they are run by some of best creators in the industry.” SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS: YEAR ONE is a four-issue miniseries released bi-monthly. SEVEN YEARS IN DARKNESS #1 will feature three covers from JOSEPH SCHMALKE and BILL SIENKIEWICZ (Elektra: Assassin, Stray Toasters, New Mutants) and will be included as part of Diamond and […]
