Preview of Womanthology: Heroic
Womanthology is a large-scale anthology showcasing the works of women in comics. It is created entirely by over 140 women of all experience levels, from young girls who love to create comics all the way up to top industry professionals. All of the short stories will center around our theme for this volume; Heroic. There will also be features, such as Professional How-Tos, a Kids/Teens section showcasing their works and giving tips, as well as a section dedicated to some Iconic female comic creators of the past, such as Nell Brinkley, and much more. Profits of this book will go towards the Charities of GlobalGiving.org.
Writers/Artists:
Annie Nocenti, Anya Martin, Barbara Kesel, Kimberly Komatsu, Gail Simone, Trina Robbins, Samantha Newark, and many more (w) • Camille d’Errico, Renae DeLiz, Ming Doyle, Colleen Doran, Fiona Staples, Stephanie Buscema, and more (a) various (c)
Format:
300 page full color hardcover measuring 9” x 13”
Price:
$50.00 US
· Over 200 creators! Including Gail Simone, Camilla D’Errico, Robin Furth, Trina Robbins, Colleen Doran, Fiona Staples, Ming Doyle, Renae De Liz, and many more!
· A unique experience for unknown creators to work with established "names" and professionals, with sections on breaking into comics, making comics, and working in the industry from other creators.
· The Kickstarter for this project made its funds in record time and far exceeded its goals. It became the most successful comics Kickstarter to date!
· All proceeds go to GlobalGiving.org!
Here is a preview courtesy of IDW Publishing.
Womanthology: Heroic is available at most retail outlets on Wednesday, March 7th, 2012.
– The Comic Book Critic