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The shadow now #1 cover by Tim Bradstreet.
July 11, 2013, Mt. Laurel, NJ: Dynamite is pleased to reveal that cherished pulp-era crime-fighter will appear for the very first time in the contemporary age in the upcoming The shadow now comic book series. Mystery/thriller novelist David Liss, whose previous comic book credentials include Black Panther and Mystery guy from marvel as well as Dynamite’s The Spider, will usher the traditional character into present day new York City with the help of skilled artist as well as painter Colton Worley. The very first chapter in this six-issue miniseries is slated for release in October, featuring cover artwork by Tim Bradstreet (Punisher) as well as interior artist Colton Worley.
The shadow now #1 preview page 1. Art by Colton Worley.
The shadow now #1 preview page 2. Art by Colton Worley.
The shadow now #1 preview page 3. Art by Colton Worley.
In The shadow Now, the biggest pulp hero of all returns to new York City in contemporary times, having spent decades in the mystical east to invigorate himself. Lamont Cranston seeks to resume his old life, as well as his heroic alter-ego is prepared to stand when a lot more as an opponent to evil. however while he was gone, his foes have stayed vigilant, as well as the most hazardous guy The shadow has ever dealt with prepares to increase when more.
The shadow now #1 preview page 4. Art by Colton Worley.
The shadow now #1 preview page 5. Art by Colton Worley.
“The shadow is, without doubt, one of the coolest pulp characters of all time, so I was thrilled to get a possibility to add something to the legend,” states the critically acclaimed David Liss, whose very first book, A Conspiracy of Paper, won the coveted 2001 Edgar award from the secret Writers of America for finest very first Novel. “While we are working within the long as well as storied custom of shadow adventures, I believe we’re likewise doing something original with this character, as well as that’s always a excellent combination. I was particularly delighted when I heard Colton would be doing the art for this miniseries. His art is stunning, as well as a best in shape for our neo-pulp tone. This story is dark as well as moody, which I believe a shadow story must be, however I believe we’re likewise portraying a extremely human as well as fallible version of the guy behind the mask. fans who have complied with The shadow in comics throughout the years are going to be extremely interested to see exactly how we run with what’s come before this.”
The shadow now #1 cover by Colton Worley.
“David Liss is one of those writers who just naturally comprehends pulp noir,” states Nick Barrucci, CEO as well as publisher of Dynamite. “He comprehend the feel of it, the chills down the spine, that paranoid feeling that risk lurks at every turn. The whole concept behind The shadow now is that, in spite of all our advances, the world can still feel that method — there’s still evil lurking in the hearts of men, as well as only The shadow understands exactly how to offer with it. David can completely catch that old-time shadow spirit, the foreboding as well as menace, the kind that would terrorize even today’s criminal element.”
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The shadow now will be provided in the Aug 2013 catalog as well as will be offered to buy at WestfieldComics.com on July 19.