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These collected editions of critically acclaimed series from AfterShock Comics are some of the year's most coveted graphic novels and always make thoughtful gifts. Find them at your local comic shop or neighborhood bookseller.


Holidays 2023

Killer Groove TPB

  • Release: 2020-01-29
  • Order Code: NOV191378

The Hits Keep on Coming.

In 1970s Los Angeles, Jonny is one of the thousands of musicians trying to make it big while working a crummy bar job, and getting drunk with his whiskey soaked P.I. friend, Jackie. When Jonny gets tangled up with a local mob hitman, he not only finds a new and violent career, but maybe the inspiration for his music as well.

From Ollie Masters (The Kitchen, Snow Blind) and Eoin Marron (HER INFERNAL DESCENT, Army of Darkness, James Bond) comes the next rock’n’roll crime sensation, with a beat that’ll kill you dead. Collects issues #1-5 of the hit series.

“…a gripping story with outstanding art from all involved. This comic is a must read for all fans of classic or modern crime stories.” – Darryll Robson, Monkeys Fighting Robots

Land of the Living Gods TPB

  • Release: 2023-08-16
  • Order Code: JUN221192

Beyond Home. Beyond Time. Beyond Belief.

It is said that when the world dies, the spirits of the first people will return to witness the last days of humanity. Well, the spirits have arrived, and the end is here. But not everyone has given up hope.

Naledi, a teenage girl living in the deserted city once called Johannesburg, has always believed that there is a land, hidden away in time where the gods still live. And where there are gods, there are miracles. Perhaps even miracles that are big enough to save our dying planet. And so, after a lifetime of isolation, Naledi will head out into the unknown with little to hold onto but her faith – and her magical pet plant, Buyo.

A fairy tale for the times in which we find ourselves, brought to life by South African writer and producer Isaac Mogajane (Matwetwe, Catching Feelings) and Brazilian artist Santtos (Night Shift), LAND OF THE LIVING GODS will introduce you to a world of wonder and cruelty, beauty and perseverance – and will leave you profoundly changed.

This volume collects the entire first arc, issues #1-5.

Mary Shelley: Monster Hunter Vol 1: Abomination TPB

  • Release: 2018-12-05
  • Order Code: OCT191501

“Beware; for I am Fearless, and Therefore Powerful.”

For nearly two centuries, scholars have wondered how on earth Mary Shelley, a nineteen-year-old girl, was able to conjure one of the most frightening and enduring horror stories of all-time: Frankenstein.

But with the recent discovery of Mary Shelley’s secret memoir, the truth is finally revealed: Shelley didn’t just write Frankenstein, she lived it. Traveling back to that historic Geneva winter of 1816, Mary, her fiancé Percy, sisters Claire and Fanny, and the celebrated poet Lord Byron, find themselves guests of the eerie Frankenstein Estate. The macabre and frightening events that follow lead Mary to both a gruesome and shocking discovery. Their mysterious host is not at all what they expected, and their intentions will change the course of Mary’s life forever.

Brought to life by Adam Glass (ROUGH RIDERS, THE NORMALS, THE LOLLIPOP KIDS) and Olivia Cuartero-Briggs (TV’s The Arrangement) with art by Hayden Sherman (COLD WAR, The Few, Wasted Space), this is historical fiction at its most (After)Shocking!

Collecting issues #1-5 of the hit gothic horror tale!

Miles To Go: The Complete Series TPB

  • Release: 2022-01-19
  • Order Code: SEP211179

Murder Runs in the Family.

Amara Bishop is a newly-single mother with a long-buried past. Raised by an alcoholic father in a rundown trailer. Amara was a child when she learned to kill. And she hasn’t killed anyone since she was thirteen. When her aging mentor is murdered. and her daughter is threatened. that will soon change...

Brought to you by B. Clay Moore (Hawaiian Dick. Battle Hymn) and Stephen Molnar (Imaginary Fiends. Star Trek). This volume contains issues #1-5.

Monstro Mechanica Vol 1: The Automaton TPB

  • Release: 2018-09-05
  • Order Code: JUL181517

“Poor is the pupil who does not surpass his master.” – Leonardo da Vinci

At the height of the Renaissance, warring factions vie for control of Leonardo da Vinci’s destructive arsenal. The only thing standing in their way is Leonardo’s young apprentice and her nine-foot tall mechanical bodyguard. Together, Isabel and the Machine must navigate a world of wicked men and war machines, determined to save Leonardo from the world—and the world from Leonardo.

From creators Paul Allor (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and Chris Evenhuis (Wynona Earp) comes this swashbuckling adventure story about war, identity and the birth of the modern world!

MONSTRO MECHANICA Volume One contains the entire adventurous first arc, issues 1-5.

Moth & Whisper Vol 1: The Kid TPB

  • Release: 2019-04-17
  • Order Code: FEB191351

The underground called them the best thieves in the city. Niki called them Mom and Dad.

Everyone knows that the two greatest thieves in the city are the Moth and the Whisper. What nobody knows is that the Moth and Whisper disappeared months ago and the new Moth and Whisper is actually one person pretending to be both of them: Niki, the child of the Moth and the Whisper.

Niki has been trained by their parents in the arts of stealth and infiltration, but they’re still just a teenager, and now they’re alone, searching for their parents in a hostile, cyberpunk dystopia. The truth about Niki’s parents and their disappearance is out there, but can Niki survive long enough to find it?

A YA cyberpunk thriller starring a genderqueer super-thief, MOTH & WHISPER is the brainchild of Ted Anderson (My Little Pony, Adventure Time) and Jen Hickman (Jem and the Holograms, The Dead). This first volume contains the highly-acclaimed issues #1-5.

“…one of the most intriguing books on the stand…A fantastic mashup of sci-fi, noir, and mystery.” – Patrick Hayes, SciFi Pulse

Nuclear Family Vol 1: Radio Nowhere TPB

  • Release: 2021-10-13
  • Order Code: AUG211417

Tomorrow isn't what it used to be.

America, 1957. Elvis dominates the airwaves and apple pie is served after every meal. But, with the dark cloud of nuclear holocaust looming, Korean War vet Tim McClean's major concern is taking care of his family in the atomic age.

When the first bomb does drop on an unexpecting Midwest city, Tim and his family find themselves plunged into a strange new world, where what's left of the Unites States has gone underground while continuing to wage war on Russia with unthinkable tactics.

Based on Philip K. Dick's short story "Breakfast at Twilight," NUCLEAR FAMILY is written by Stephanie Phillips (Butcher of Paris, Heavy Metal, ARTEMIS AND THE ASSASSIN, RED ATLANTIS) and illustrated by Tony Shasteen (Star Trek).

Cold War-era science fiction at its most timely and terrifying, this volume contains issues #1-5.

Out of Body: The Complete Series TPB

  • Release: 2022-03-16
  • Order Code: OCT211112

Somewhere between life and death floats the truth.

When Dan Collins wakes to finds his life hanging by a thread, he must use his astral projection to discover who tried to kill him. Who is the beautiful mystic who tries to help him? Why does August Fryne want Dan’s soul – and what does it have to do with a demon who seems to be Dorian Gray? A weird, occult detective thriller about life, death – and whatever lies in between.

From award-winning comic book writer Peter Milligan (Shade the Changing Man, X-Statix, GOD OF TREMORS) and artistic sensation Inaki Miranda (WE LIVE, Harley Quinn) comes an awesome new dimension in horror and mystery!

This 128-page volume contains the entire series, issues #1-5.

Out of the Blue: The Complete Series Softcover

  • Release: 2022-03-09
  • Order Code: OCT211113

A war is a difficult thing to kill.

The Second World War is almost over, but no one seems to have told the Germans - as Royal Air Force pilot Jamie McKenzie finds out when he's assigned to deadly shipping strikes along the enemy coast.

Flying the Mosquito fighter-bomber against heavily armed targets is dangerous enough at the best of times, but after incurring the wrath of his vengeful commanding officer, Jamie is assigned the most unpopular navigator in the unit - not to mention the least reliable aircraft. Worse still, the commander's sights are firmly set on Jamie's beautiful young wife, Beth.

Writer Garth Ennis (A WALK THROUGH HELL, Preacher, The Boys) and artist Keith Burns (War Stories) reunite after the success of their series Johnny Red, presenting another tale of World War II aerial combat: featuring skies black with flak and enemy fighters, nail-biting low-level action, and the dark humor of men whose lives can be snatched away at any second...OUT OF THE BLUE.

This 144-page collection contains both volumes of the WWII aerial combat classic.

Piecemeal

  • Release: 2020-12-23
  • Order Code: OCT201048

Terror is in the House.

Five high school kids, soon to say goodbye to each other and to the lives they have known, enter the Nightmare House, the source of local legend and superstition. What they discover within the crumbling old house fills them with terror – a human brain, floating in a jar of murky liquid. Soon, the teens find themselves stalked by a vicious killer, a murderer intent on building itself a new body. Piece by piece.

The first in a new series of prestige format one-shots from AfterShock by the top creative talent the industry has to offer, PIECEMEAL is conceived and written by Cullen Bunn (DARK ARK, KNIGHTS TEMPORAL, BROTHERS DRACUL, WITCH HAMMER) and drawn by Szymon Kudranski (BLACK-EYED KIDS, Spawn, Punisher).

Rainbow Bridge OGN

  • Release: 2021-09-01
  • Order Code: JUN211194

What if you got one last adventure with your best friend?

Andy and Rocket grew up together, with Rocket serving as Andy’s guardian through every one of childhood’s ups and downs. So, when Rocket passes away right before Andy’s 14th birthday, he’s rudderless. He can’t imagine making the transition to high school without Rocket at his side. The day before school starts, when Andy is at his lowest, he visits Rocket’s grave and unexpectedly summons the RAINBOW BRIDGE, a gateway to a fantasy world where pets discover their afterlife. But there’s a dark shadow to this paradise, and without Andy’s help, Rocket’s eternity may be grim…

The first graphic novel from AfterShock’s new YA imprint, Seismic Press, RAINBOW BRIDGE was conceived and written by Steve Orlando (PROJECT PATRON, KILL A MAN, Midnighter) and Steve Foxe (Adventure Time, Steven Universe, Grumpy Cat) with art by Valentina Brancati (Les Ravencroft, Ghost Writer). This 120-page Original Graphic Novel will resonate with anyone who has ever had to say goodbye to a beloved pet – or who has greeted growing up with nervousness and anxiety.

Red Atlantis: The Complete Series TPB

  • Release: 2018-06-13
  • Order Code: MAY211116

Cast Your Vote for Chaos.

A series of unexplained, violent crimes on Election Day around the U.S. leads the FBI to zero in on a covert group of Russian terrorists.

When a Texas journalism student named Miriam accidentally finds herself mixed up in the investigation, her life will never be the same. With political espionage, treason and even mind control, can she clear her name and stop the U.S. from entering into a new Cold War?

From writer Stephanie Phillips (Butcher of Paris, ARTEMIS AND THE ASSASSIN, DESCENDENT) and artist Robert Carey (Aliens: Resistance, James Bond) comes a fast-paced political thriller that explores the dark history of U.S./Russian relations. This volume features the entire series: Issues #1-5.

“Really cool…capturing the zeitgeist in some solid ways, giving us a nice X-Files twist to the current sociopolitical situation.” – Brett Schenker, Graphic Policy

Samurai Doggy TPB

  • Release: 2023-09-27
  • Order Code: APR230962

Careful. He bites.

During the Fourth War of the Sun, a small dog named DOGGY experienced an irreparable trauma: his mother was brutally murdered, and his eight brothers, still puppies, were kidnapped by a mysterious man. To save them, Doggy fought bravely against the terrible killer, but all his efforts were in vain, and he was left for dead. What nobody imagined was that a technological vulture scavenging the region for corpses would be the one to rescue the dying dog from death's scythe.

Now, Doggy has become Samurai Doggy, and his only goal is to quench his thirst for revenge.

Written by Chris Tex (BlackOut) and illustrated by Santtos (LAND OF THE LIVING GODS, BlackOut, Night Shift), SAMURAI DOGGY is a story of loss, revenge and the journey to defeat the greatest empire of machines and robots that has ever existed.

This 192-page volume contains the entire first volume, issues #1-6.

Scout's Honor: The Complete Series TPB

  • Release: 2021-09-22
  • Order Code: JUL211246

Be Prepared. Be Very Prepared.

Years after a nuclear apocalypse, a new society has risen from the ashes…and their bible is an old Ranger Scout manual.

A young Ranger Scout named Kit has endured the harsh survivalist upbringing needed to conquer the irradiated Colorado Badlands. But after discovering a terrible secret once lost to history, Kit must risk everything on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the Ranger Scouts’ doctrine.

From multiple Ringo Award-nominated writer David Pepose (Spencer & Locke, Going to the Chapel, The O.Z.) and artist Luca Casalanguida (James Bond, Lost Soldiers) comes a post-apocalyptic coming-of-age tale that proves when all you know is a lie, a SCOUT’S HONOR is the only way to move forward. This volume contains the entire series, issues #1-5.

“A whip-smart blend of solid, emotionally-driven dialogue and worldbuilding… one of the most compelling genre series of 2021.” – SYFY

Search for Hu: The Complete Series

  • Release: 2022-05-25
  • Order Code: JAN221135

Aaron Tse lives for his family...and might die for its sins.

When he left the military, Aaron Tse’s first thought was providing for his aging parents. His parents’ bar is experiencing hard times, and one night it’s shot to hell, with his parents critically injured in the attack.

But this was no ordinary robbery - Aaron’s mother reveals that she fled China to escape a blood feud between the Jewish and Chinese sides of her family...both of which are powerful organized crime families. Peace existed between these two families - the Hu and the Margolis - but now it’s been broken, and Aaron must protect his parents from further violence. Aaron hops a plane to the homeland he never intended to explore, on a path to revenge he never wanted to walk.

Written by Jon Tsuei (Sera and the Royal Stars, RunLoveKill) and Steve Orlando (Martian Manhunter, Wonder Woman, KILL A MAN, PROJECT PATRON) and drawn by artist sensation Rubine, this fast-paced, action-packed exploration of complex cultural histories, powered by a bloody family feud, collects the entire series, issues #1-5.

Seven Swords: The Complete Series

  • Release: 2022-05-25
  • Order Code: NOV211081

History’s greatest swashbucklers unite!

D’Artagnan, the last surviving member of the Musketeers, is drawn into a final conflict with the wicked Cardinal Richelieu, whose ruthless quest for power has led him to the supernatural.  But the Last Musketeer can’t defeat these infernal enemies alone.

To save the world, he’ll need to join forces with iconic swashbuckling heroes, including Don Juan, Captain Blood, Cyrano de Bergerac and others. This group of Seven Swords must overcome their differences if they have any hope of thwarting Richelieu’s diabolical plans.

Written by Evan Daugherty (screenwriter of Killing Season, Snow White and the Huntsman, Divergent) with art from Riccardo Latina and Federico Dallocchio, this action-packed volume contains the entire series, issues #1-5.

Shock Vol #01 Hardcover

  • Release: 2018-04-25
  • Order Code: JAN181139

AfterShock Comics continues to push boundaries by presenting its very first anthology collection featuring a slew of today’s top writers and artists. Presented in the European Album format (same as the ANIMOSITY: THE RISE hardcover), this handsome hardcover features the creative talents of Brian Azzarello, Marguerite Bennett, Cullen Bunn, Mike Carey, Andy Clarke, Sarah Delane, Aaron Douglas, Joe Eisma, Toni Fejzula, Francesco Francavilla, Neil Gaiman, Michael Gaydos, Marc Guggenheim, Phil Hester, Paul Jenkins, Szymon Kudranski, Laci, Leila Leiz, Travis Moore, Joe Pruett, Cliff Richards, Andrew Robinson, Hoyt Silva, Will Sliney, Jim Starlin, Richard Starkings, Brian Stelfreeze, Dalibor Taajic, Frank Tieri, Charles Vess, Bill Willingham, Michael Zulli and more! Cover art by John Cassaday!

From the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated editor of the classic Negative Burn anthology series.

Shock Vol #02 Hardcover

  • Release: 2019-06-26
  • Order Code: APR191300

The highly anticipated follow up to the widely successful first volume of the SHOCK anthology, this oversized second volume continues to push boundaries and mix genres, inviting today's top creative talent of both comics and prose to craft tales of the fantastic, the horrific and the bizarre.

Featuring the talents of Goosebumps creator R.L. Stine, Garth Ennis, Cullen Bunn, Russ Braun, Marguerite Bennet, Juan Doe, Jill Thompson, Sam Kieth, Aaron Douglas, Cliff Richards, Jim Starlin, Larry Stroman, Jamal Igle, Ray Fawkes, Joe Pruett, Kevin J. Anderson, Steve Rasnic Tem, Andrei Bressan, Tony Harris, Francesco Francavilla, Darko Macan, Phil Hester, Bob Burden, Ron Marz, Mirko Colak and more – with outstanding cover art by Timothy Bradstreet!

Conceived and edited by AfterShock Publisher and Chief Creative Officer, Joe Pruett, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award nominated editor of the classic Negative Burn anthology series.

“…a fantastic anthology…I definitely look forward to more of this style of series from AfterShock. Different writing styles, genres and artistic talent make this particular piece so special, not only from extremely recognizable industry veterans, but those who you may be less familiar with.” – Rachel Rutherford, The Movie Sleuth

Side Effects OGN

  • Release: 2022-10-05
  • Order Code: AUG221066

Hannah doesn’t want to be a hero. She just wants to be well.

Hannah’s dealing with a lot in her first year of college and to make matters worse, she’s also battling her own brain, in the form of anxiety and depression. Fortunately, her therapist has put her on some meds to help, but those meds cause some unintended side effects, like sleepless nights, pounding headaches...

...or, in Hannah’s case, superpowers.

Now, on top of juggling tests and dates, Hannah has to deal with occasionally shooting lightning bolts from her fingers or reading her girlfriend’s mind. Maybe she’s supposed to be a superhero, but all she wants to do is make it through the year in one piece.

Written by Ted Anderson (My Little Pony, Adventure Time: Beginning of the End, ORPHAN AGE, MOTH AND WHISPER) and illustrated by Tara O'Connor (Fly By Night, Roots, Puddles) comes a personal story about mental health and what it takes to find yourself again.

Silver City: The Complete Series TPB

  • Release: 2022-01-19
  • Order Code: OCT211111

Her death was just the beginning.

When a young roughneck lands in Silver City, the gritty, purgatorial metropolis of the
afterlife, she must adapt to her new existence, while attempting to uncover how and why she died. Her mission is derailed, however, when she rescues a newly-dead girl from a mysterious kidnapping attempt and discovers powerful, kinetic abilities.

Welcome to Silver City, where the sun never rises and nothing ever changes…until now.

This 128-page volume contains the entire series, issues #1-5.