Valiant Comics – whose output has been slowed to a naked one title a month, if that, over the final 12 months – has introduced a brand new partnership with Alien Books that may see Alien take over publishing Valiant’s characters. It’s not clear if it’s a licensing deal or not, however we’re informed that Alien will take over publishing Valiant comics, graphic novels, trades, omnibuses and probably much more codecs within the coming months. Popverse studies, and The Beat has confirmed, that some remaining Valiant staffers will keep on to work on the transition.
Called the “birth of a new Valiant era!”, the transfer is aimed toward rising Valiant’s output and is one among a lot of licensing offers the corporate had manufactured from late to maintain its library of characters within the public eye whereas publishing has slowed down.
Alien Books is run by director Matias Timarchi, and claims a 25-year publishing historical past. It payments itself as a “cutting-edge New York-based comic book publisher” with a line up of international licenses, and up to date books by Howard Chaykin and extra. It additionally has a bumper.
In a press release, Timarchi wrote: “Being able to collaborate on the creation of new stories with Valiant, the third largest connected superhero universe, is truly a dream come true. As a lifelong superhero fan and self-professed geek, the opportunity to work with these incredible characters fills me with boundless enthusiasm. Our goal is to expand the entire Valiant universe by crafting new books that will delight longtime fans while also innovating to engage a new generation of readers interested in webtoons, manga, and digital storytelling experiences. We are immensely proud that Valiant has selected us as their new partners for this thrilling venture, and we are excited to embark on a new chapter in Valiant’s illustrious history.”
Valiant’s President of Consumer Products, Promotions & Ad Sales, Russ Brown, stated “We remain fiercely committed to publishing Valiant comics and expanding our publishing line in ways we’ve never seen before. In partnership with Alien Books, we see an opportunity to push the boundaries of comic book publishing to help develop our incredible IP in exciting new ways for a rapidly expanding global audience.”
X-O Manowar Unconquered, Valiant’s sole present title, will proceed, whereas Ninjak Superkillers, initially scheduled for earlier this 12 months, will come out this fall.
Details within the PR counsel that Alien Books has stealth launched with a sturdy publishing plan within the comics area. Alien’s different publishing ventures embody Sunshine Patriots! by Howard Chaykin, Blood, Love, Ghosts and a Deadly Spell by bestselling creator Damian Connelly, Far South by Rodolfo Santullo and celebrity artist Leandro Fernandez, The Art of Ariel Olivetti, and Immortal Ascension by David Chisa and Kristian Rossi. They additionally promise tasks from Juan Gimenez, Renato Guedes, Lord of the Dragons: Ciruelo, Eduardo Risso, Japanese manga, and rather more.
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