Explore real-life stories with this week's What's Trending. These comics traverse diverse narratives, from historical accounts and biographies to thought-provoking explorations of contemporary issues. With vivid illustrations and authentic storytelling, they are engaging and with enlightening perspectives on the multifaceted aspects of reality.
Martyrs of the Sky, 110 pages - Published by kxmpfflieger, (cc/ @kxmpfflieger)
The Great War rages in Europe. Within the chaos, warfare evolves, ushering in the conquest for air superiority. In January 1917, the RFC's 24th squadron welcomes new recruits, meanwhile in Jagdstaffel 11, a new commanding officer arrives to the airfield. Unbeknowst to either side, a life long vendetta will soon be born.
Story and Art by kxmpfflieger
#ProtectTheFuture: NATO's First Graphic Novel, 24 pages - Published by PTF_Graphic_Novel, (cc/ @PTFAdmin)
A one-of-a-kind graphic novel collaboration between NATO and artists from six nations. Created by team of talented young international artists, the work examines some of the issues we face and explores how we can #ProtectTheFuture. Each chapter tackles one of the seven themes, which young people have identified as most important to protect their future: climate change; disinformation; women peace and security; the impact of conflict on infrastructure; technology and innovation; international collaboration; and cyber security.
Story and Art by PTF_Graphic_Novel
The Great North Wood, 68 pages - Published by Avery Hill Publishing, (cc/ @AveryHillPublishing)
The magic that once filled the ancient forest can still be felt even when the trees are long gone. Memories of the Great North Wood are recorded in the place names – Forest Hill, Honor Oak, Norwood. Stories are told of the bandits, outlaws and gypsies that once roamed the forest, and their presence can sometimes be sensed when the hum of the city is quiet. Tim Bird’s longest work to date continues his interest in psychogeography and how memories live on in the landscape in The Great North Wood.
Story and Art by Tim Bird
Beowulf (Antarctic Press), 108 pages - Published by Antarctic Press, (cc/ @JDunn)
W/A David Hutchison
Story and Art by David Hutchison
An Unfamiliar Path, 154 pages - Published by Merry Fox Comics, (cc/ @bassdrumdreams)
Story and Art by Merry Fox Comics
It's Lonely at the Centre of the Earth, 194 pages - Published by Image Comics, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)
• Nominated for 2023 Eisner Awards in the Best Graphic Memoir and Best Writer/Artist categories • Nominated for the 2023 Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer Award • Included in Forbes' "The Best Graphic Novels of 2022" list "Thorogood elevates the dark material with her expressive use of the comics medium and the urgency of her voice. One to watch for the 2020s." —Forbes “This has the force of a fist punching through the page." —Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) “Thorogood ...
Story and Art by Zoe Thorogood
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