Kickstarter Spotlight: Must-Back UK Comic Projects - 22nd July 2024
As always, there’s a plethora of exciting Kickstarters happening right now that we absolutely love. Narrowing it down to just five is never easy, but it's a must to keep myself and these posts from getting out of control!
Let's dive into the most thrilling UK comic book projects currently seeking funding. These are all ending relatively soon, so make sure you check them out before it's too late. And next week, we'll check out five more that have a bit more time to go with their funding.
Peter Hogan's Black Forests
Six Stories of Suspense and the Supernatural by the co-creators of Resident Alien, joined by some of the world's greatest comic artists.
Peter Hogan's Black Forests is a deluxe 48-page comic book containing six suspenseful and supernatural stories. Written by Peter Hogan, co-creator of "Resident Alien," and illustrated by renowned artists such as Steve Parkhouse, this anthology delves into various horror themes, from futuristic apocalyptic scenarios to intimate murder mysteries.
The book provides top-notch storytelling and features variant covers by artists David Hitchcock and Aly Fell. Backers can also indulge in exclusive rewards such as signed bookplates and original sketches. Check it out on Kickstarter here.
Battle Panda 1 - 3
Join Team Battle Panda to save Panda City from an evil Monster in a fun Goonies meets TMNT-style adventure! A story to lift you up.
Battle Panda is an uplifting adventure comic set in a world where pandas and wolves must overcome their differences to fight a common enemy. The story follows Kai and Bite, who become outlaws to expose the truth and protect their land from an invading monster force. With themes of friendship, bravery, and unity, Battle Panda offers a fun, action-packed journey reminiscent of classics like "The Goonies" and "TMNT."
The comic is perfect for readers of all ages, blending hand-to-hand combat, road trip adventures, and a feel-good narrative that leaves you wanting more. Check it out on Kickstarter here.
Rid of You: Graphic Novel
Spirited Away meets Your Name. Can you ever truly be rid of your past? Discover the dark power of memories in this anime-inspired tale.
Rid of You is an anime-inspired dark fantasy graphic novel by best-selling illustrator Amrit Birdi. The story revolves around a forbidden romance between a mortal and a Faerie of Death, delving into themes of love, death, and the significance of memories.
With 128 pages of full-colour illustrations, the novel explores the internal struggle between being shaped by past experiences and the potential for personal transformation. Check it out on Kickstarter here.
Cool Air #1 - a comic adaptation of the Lovecraft story
Madrid, 1927 - Dolores sits in the sun and begins her tale about the mysterious Dr Munoz whose freezing apartment she lived beneath...
Cool Air #1 is a comic adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft’s story, set in Madrid, 1927. The story follows Dolores, who recounts her eerie encounter with Dr Munoz, a mysterious neighbour with a freezing apartment. As Dolores helps maintain the strange machine that keeps his rooms cold, she discovers that Dr. Munoz might be uniquely able to assist with her own secret.
This 28-page comic is the first of a five-issue series. The always excellent Blue Fox Comics created it to captivate fans of Lovecraft and horror alike. It promises a blend of horror, supernatural elements, and Lovecraftian unease. Check it out on Kickstarter here.
WesterNoir: Double Shot!
Both WesterNoir: Vol 3 in the saga of Josiah Black and the complete WesterNoir: Moon Cursed collection!
WesterNoir: Double Shot! is an exciting Kickstarter campaign offering two new volumes in the critically acclaimed WesterNoir series. This project includes Volume 3 of The Saga of Josiah Black, a 176-page graphic novel continuing the dark, horror-infused adventures of Josiah Black, and WesterNoir: Moon Cursed, a 48-page standalone story introducing the mysterious gun-slinger Mrs. Jones.
Both books feature stunning artwork and storytelling from creators Dave West and Gary Crutchley, with contributions from other talented artists. Backers can choose from various reward tiers, including digital and physical copies, exclusive bookplates, original artwork, and collectable figures. Check it out on Kickstarter here.
