Oni Press has released previews for Invader Zim #12, Fresh Romance Vol. 1, Space Battle Lunchtime #4, and Another Castle #4.
Official previews:
FRESH ROMANCE VOL. 1
(W) Kate Leth, Sarah Vaughn, Sarah Kuhn, Marguerite Bennett, Kieron Gillen
(A/C) Arielle Jovellanos with Amanda Scurti, Sarah Winifred Searle, Sally Jane Thompson with Savanna Ganucheau, Trungles, Christine Norrie
(CA) Marguerite Sauvage (Retail cover), Babs Tarr (Oni Press Exclusive variant)
AGE RANGE: 18 and up
GENRE: Romance
PRICE: $24.99
224 PAGES
The critically-acclaimed anthology Fresh Romance is finally available in print! Have you been wondering what the fuss is all about? Fresh Romance is an exciting collection of romance comics from some of comics’ most talented creators, including Kate Leth, Arielle Jovellanos, Sarah Vaughn, Sarah Winifred Searle, Sarah Kuhn, Marguerite Bennett, and Trungles. From unhappy historical marriages to covert teenage romances, there’s something for everyone in Fresh Romance.
Why We Love It:
- It breathes new life into the long-neglected genre of romance comics, featuring love stories that range from sweet to sexy.
- It’s a critically acclaimed, Harvey, Eisner, and Dwayne McDuffie Award nominated anthology!
- It features stories by top talents in the comics industry, including Kate Leth (Patsy Walker, AKA Hellcat, Vampirella), Sarah Kuhn (Heroine Complex), Marguerite Bennett (DC Comics Bombshells, Josie and the Pussycats), Kieron Gillen (The Wicked + The Divine, Star Wars: Darth Vader), Christine Norrie (Hopeless Savages), and more!
- Collects the complete stories of School Spirit, The Ruby Equation, and Beauties, as well as the first installment of Ruined.
- Includes a brand-new story, First, Last, Always, by Kieron Gillen and Christine Norrie!
- Includes interviews with the creators as well as previews for upcoming Fresh Romance stories!
Babs Tarr variant cover.
ANOTHER CASTLE #4
(W) Andrew Wheeler
(A/C) Paulina Ganucheau
(CA) Paulina Ganucheau (Cover A), Trungles (Cover B)
AGE RANGE: 8 and up
GENRE: Fantasy
PRICE: $3.99
32 PAGES
Things are looking dire for our valiant heroes. Badlug is on their trail, Misty’s father is marching to battle, and Thrawgg the Unconquered is very close to conquering Gorga and Pete. Will they prevail over the forces of darkness, or will Misty be forced to marry Badlug in order to avert a full-out war?
Why We Love It:
- We learn more about Robin and Fogmoth’s past relationship!
- Gorga and Pete are trapped in the Thrawgg’s lair and must find a way to defeat it!
- It turns out there really ARE monsters that feed on boys who are rude to their mothers.
- Misty and Badlug’s wedding draws near… and he brings on THE DRAGON.
Variant by Trungles
SPACE BATTLE LUNCHTIME #4
(W/A/C/CA) Natalie Riess
AGE RANGE: 8 and up
GENRE: Sci-fi
PRICE: $3.99
32 PAGES
Peony’s gotten through two grueling rounds of Space Battle Lunchtime, the hit cooking competition with more sabotage than you could shake a spoon at. But this next challenge may very well be her last. It’s a… TEAM CHALLENGE! And working with aloof Neptunia is no cake walk, especially when the fishy alien doesn’t like any of Peony’s recipes!
Why We Love It:
- It’s the TEAM CHALLENGE EPISODE!
- #TeamPetunia is the new ship name, WE’RE CALLING IT.
- Look at that cover, look how cute it is, look at Peony making friends with Neptunia and taking selfies, HOW COULD YOU NOT WANT TO READ THIS.
- It’s the final issue in the first arc! And Chef Melonhead will do whatever it takes to win…
INVADER ZIM #12
(W) Eric Trueheart
(A) Warren Wucinich
(C) Fred C. Stresing
(CA) Warren Wucinich (Cover A), Rashad Doucet (Cover B INCV)
AGE RANGE: 8 and up
GENRE: Sci-fi
PRICE: $3.99
32 PAGES
ZIM and Dib are slingshotted to a horrifying future where the earth is ruled… by ZIM and ZIM? Yes, Emperor ZIM is triumphant, and humanity bows before his greatness. But Invader ZIM decides his future self is a huge ungrateful jerk, and now ZIM must go to war against himself!
Why We Love It:
- It’s the debut of our new series artist, Warren Wucinich (JAM! Tales from the World of Roller Derby), and new series colorist Fred C. Stresing (The Baker Street Peculiars, Welcome to Showside)!
- We finally learn what the world would look like if ZIM conquered it!
Rashad Doucet variant.
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