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This month its an annual tribute to comics’ independent spirit; and it’s the publishers, writers, artists, and designers, and the wonderful and unique comics and graphic novels which they produce that embody the Indie Edge.

The Majors Go Indie!

Having the “Indie Edge” doesn’t necessarily mean that cool stuff is produced solely in small studios by one or two people. Sometimes, even the biggest publishers can embrace the Indie spirit and produce works of fiction that are both cutting edge and not necessarily for your average readers. Check out these great titles from our Premier publishers for their own unique takes on the Indie spirit.

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Mesmo Delivery Volume 1 GN
Publisher: Dark Horse

(W/A) Rafael Grampá
(A) Marcus Penna

When the Mesmo Delivery truck rolls into town, a heap of trouble is sure to follow. Eisner Award-winning artist Rafael Grampá (5, Hellblazer) makes his full-length comics debut with the critically acclaimed graphic novel Mesmo Delivery—a kinetic, bloody romp starring Rufo, an ex-boxer; Sangrecco, an Elvis impersonator; and a ragtag crew of overly confident drunks who pick the wrong delivery men to mess with. Mesmo Delivery features an extended sketchbook section from creator Rafael Grampá and pinups from top comics creators Eduardo Risso, Mike Allred, Craig Thompson, Gabriel Bá and Fabio Moon! Introduction by Brian Azzarello.

Order Code: NOV090061
Price    $9.99

Revolver HC
Publisher: DC Comics

(W/A/Cover) Matt Kindt

Revolver is an original graphic novel by acclaimed writer/artist Matt Kindt (Super Spy, 3 Story: The Secret History of The Giant Man) that’s a tale of two worlds — and how both test a man to his limits. Stuck in a dead-end job with a boss he can’t stand and a materialistic girlfriend, Sam rises from a late night of barhopping to discover his whole world has changed. Literally. An avian flu outbreak has killed millions, the nation’s infrastructure has crashed and a dirty bomb has destroyed Seattle. Forced to go on the run, Sam awakes to a normal world the next day – and to chaos again the day after that. A single constant between the two worlds will undo all the damage, if he can find it – but that seems impossible. In one world, anything goes. Mature Readers.

Order Code: MAR100295
Price: $24.99

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Popgun Volume 1 OGN
Publisher: Image Comics

(W/A) Mike Allred, Dave Crosland, Erik Larsen, Corey Lewis, Joseph Michael Linsner, Jim Mahfood, Khary Randolph, Jamie S. Rich, & Various
(Cover) Mike Allred

Featuring the work an all-star line-up that includes Mike Allred, Erik Larsen, Joseph Michael Linsnter, Jim Mahfood and more, Popgun acts as the ultimate graphic mixtape by combining big name creators doing work fans never expected and an array of the industry’s rising stars. The anthology crosses the protected borders of every genre, fulfilling the desires of anyone hungry for the pungent taste of creativity.

Order Code: SEP071958
Price: $29.99

Fishtown HC
Publisher: IDW Publishing

(W/A/Cover) Kevin Colden

Originally serialized as a weekly webcomic, IDW is proud to collect the entire story into deluxe hardcover form.

Inspired by real events, Colden’s story explores what led the teens to commit such a heinous crime.

Fishtown is an absorbing read that compels the reader to explore a world they hope to never experience.

Order Code: SEP084143
Price: $19.99


Strange Tales TP
Publisher: Marvel Comics

(W/A) Various
Cover by Peter Bagge

Comics' most cutting-edge creators Make Theirs Marvel! The Incredible Hulk smashes his way through samurai warriors — then medicates himself into a bizarre love triangle! The Amazing Spider-Man realizes that with great power come great barfights! The Invincible Iron Man battles an American president and a pair of villains who've harnessed the power of cold cuts! Have no fear, True Believers — you haven't been sucked into the Negative Zone. You're simply reading Strange Tales! From the twisted minds — and talented pencils — of more than two dozen of the greatest names in independent, alternative and online comics comes an astonishing anthology of startling stories, featuring the heroes and villains of the Marvel Universe as you've never seen them before!

Collecting Strange Tales #1-3, The Megalomaniacal Spider-Man and material from All Select Comics 70th Anniversary Special.

Order Code: JUN100681
Price: $19.99

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