Francesco Francavilla – illustratör

Creepy is back. And it brought friends.The celebrated horror anthology Hello Darkness returns with another chilling curation of original tales from the genre’s most devious minds!In this fourth volume, R.L. Stine and Francesco Francavilla team for a haunting old west tale "The Life and Death of Lucas Dreamwalker," Gigi Murakami warns against all work and no play in “When I’m Dead,”  and a new horrific phenomenon is unleashed in "Collywobbles" from Pat McHale, Brandon Melvin, and Gavin Fullerton.Whether you fear what's under the bed or what's buried in the past, these stories promise just one thing: You’ll never sleep the same again.Featuring stories by a who’s who of top creators including R.L. Stine, Francesco Francavilla, Anwita Citriya, Gigi Murakami, Pat McHale, Brandon Melvin, Gavin Fullerton, Steve Orlando, Federico Sorressa, and many more.Collects Hello Darkness #13–16.

A dazzling work of horror, intercutting between the present day and the story of a lost film.Horror masters Scott Snyder (American Vampire, Wytches) and Francesco Francavilla (Afterlife with Archie) collaborate for the first time!This graphic novel is a bold and bloody reimagining of horror monsters that celebrates classic creature features, while creating an unsettling and contemporary new kind of horror story.Horror film obsessive Forest Inman stumbles across a seemingly forgotten canister of old footage.  Thinking he has found the legendary unreleased would-be classic 1936 film “Night of the Ghoul,” he sets off on a dark odyssey to the California desert, where he’s warned that the film’s ghoul is far more than a work of fiction: it’s a very real monster who plans to kill him.It was said to be the greatest horror movie in cinematic history. Shot in 1936, “Night of the Ghoul” by writer/director T.F. Merritt was meant to sit beside “Frankenstein” and “Dracula” as an instant classic…But the legendary film never made it to the silver screen. Just before editing was finished, a mysterious studio fire destroyed the footage and killed the cast and crew celebrating at wrap-party.Rumors of the doomed film’s greatness persist to this day, but no footage from it was ever recovered…until now. Forest Inman is a horror film obsessive who digitizes old films for the famed Aurora movie studio. When Forest stumbles across a seemingly forgotten canister of footage, he just might have discovered the remnants of the lost classic “Night of the Ghoul.”This discovery sends Forest on a dark odyssey to the California desert, where he’s warned by a mysterious old man that the film’s ghoul is far more than a work of fiction: it’s a very real monster who plans to kill him.Collects Night of the Ghoul #1–#3 (originally published by Comixology and republished as single issues by Dark Horse).

Hawkeye wants to know what his new status quo is. Who's with him? Who's against him? Who's trying to kill him and why? Kate Bishop heads to Los Angeles to not only get away from Clint Barton, but to live the good life with the rich and famous. But Kate's West Coast adventure wouldn't be complete without a surprise encounter from Madame Masque! Watch Lady Hawkguy dodge fiery arrows, criminal masterminds, and apathetic celebrities! Collecting Hawkeye (2012) 12-22

Spongebob Squarepants is on the case in this new middle-grade series! Uncover the secrets behind Bikini Bottom’s mysteries with Patrick, Squidward, Sandy, and the rest of their friends. Energetic and fast-paced with plenty of kid-friendly humor, Spongebob Mysteries is a great read for new and longtime fans of the hit TV series.

Uncover the mysteries of Bikini Bottom in an all-new middle-grade series featuring SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends—now in paperback!SpongeBob SquarePants is on the case in this new middle-grade series. On the eve of a mayoral event happening at the Krusty Krab, Patrick Star goes missing! With no one willing to help find him, SpongeBob and Squidward put on their best detective gear and hit the case themselves.But as their investigation leads them to the darkest corners of Bikini Bottom, unknown secrets about SpongeBob’s best friend are quickly revealed.Energetic and fast-paced with plenty of kid-friendly humor, Find a Missing Star, the first in the SpongeBob SquarePants Mysteries series, is a great read for new and longtime fans of the hit TV series.

SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star are back in David Lewman’s Ooze in the Ocean, a funny middle-grade mystery filled with ghosts, superheroes, and Bikini Bottom’s most dangerous creatures!Energetic and fast-paced with plenty of kid-friendly humor, the SpongeBob SquarePants Mysteries series is a great read for new and longtime fans of the hit TV series.When a glowing green trail appears outside of the Shady Shoals Rest Home, retired superheroes Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy ask SpongeBob and Patrick to take on the case and figure out what the trail is.Unfortunately for the two detectives, they are led through ship graveyards, underground tunnels, and ultimately into the nest of some of the most dangerous villains Bikini Bottom has ever been faced with!Featuring beautiful black-and-white chapter-heading illustrations by award-winning comics superstar and New York Times bestselling creator Francesco Francavilla.

In David Lewman’s Stage Fright, the third book in the SpongeBob SquarePants Mystery middle-grade series, SpongeBob is back with a new partner and a new case that will take them through the mysterious corners of Bikini Bottom’s theater world.  The Drippy Lane Theater is on its last legs. Luckily, an eccentric director comes to town to stage a new play, sure to grab everyone’s attention—even King Neptune’s! If the show is a success, the theater is bound to be saved. But when a series of disastrous mishaps occur, the stage is set . . . for a mystery!  Enter Detective SpongeBob SquarePants and his new partner, Sandy Cheeks. In order to crack this case, they’ll have to step out of the spotlight and into the shadows to discover just who is responsible for all this drama. Can they solve the case before the theater is closed for good?  Featuring Black-and-White Illustrations by Award-Winning and New York Times Bestselling Creator Francesco Francavilla

In David Lewman’s Stage Fright, the third funny book in the SpongeBob SquarePants Mystery middle-grade series, SpongeBob is back with a new partner and a new case that will take them through the mysterious corners of Bikini Bottom’s theater world.The Drippy Lane Theater is on its last legs. Luckily, an eccentric director comes to town to stage a new play, sure to grab everyone’s attention—even King Neptune’s! If the show is a success, the theater is bound to be saved. But when a series of disastrous mishaps occur, the stage is set . . . for a mystery!Enter Detective SpongeBob SquarePants and his new partner, Sandy Cheeks. In order to crack this case, they’ll have to step out of the spotlight and into the shadows to discover just who is responsible for all this drama. Can they solve the case before the theater is closed for good?Energetic and fast-paced with plenty of kid-friendly humor, Stage Fright, the third in the SpongeBob SquarePants Mysteries series, is a great read for new and longtime fans of the hit TV series.Featuring charming and funny illustrations by award-winning and New York Times bestselling creator Francesco Francavilla.

“The horror fix that fans of the Shudder anthology series have come to expect and appreciate.” —CBR The worldwide phenomenon based on the hit Shudder TV series comes to comics with a collection of can’t-miss horror that critics are screaming about! An all-star roster of comics creators brings readers ten uniquely terrifying standalone stories guaranteed to SCARE YOU TO DEATH! Collects CREEPSHOW #1-5

A celebration of Francesco Francavilla's time at Archie, this art book is a gorgeously designed oversize hardcover edition featuring the complete collection of his comic book covers and more. This title goes behind-the-scenes on Francavilla s work and its place in Archie's history, with an insider's look at the creation and ongoing legacy with the company.

The world once again holds its breath as The Joker strikes again! But how far is he willing to go this time?From the brilliant minds of Matthew Rosenberg, Carmine DiGiandemenico, and Francesco Francavilla comes a violent, mind-bending collection that picks up from the cataclysmic end of The Joker and follows the mayhem across the United States.With the Clown Prince of Crime setting out on his most bizarre caper yet, will a fan-favorite vigilante be able to prevent certain tragedy? Or is he in on the joke? In the back-up—Joker’s got a hot date but he’s going to need a mirror to make sure he looks nice. Maybe Mirror Master can help.The Joker: The Man Who Stopped Laughing: The Complete Series collects all twelve issues.

This exciting collection explores the hidden corners of the Star Wars galaxy and features a wretched hive of scum and villainy including Darth Maul, Jabba the Hutt, Grand Moff Tarkin and Asajj Ventress - all under the shadow of Darth Vader! Fans will be excited to discover these creepy stories by fan-favourite writer Cavan Scott, with art by the greatest talent in comics, including Nicoletta Baldari, Nick Brokenshire, Francesco Francavilla, Kelley Jones, Megan Levens, and Charles Paul Wilson III!

COLLECTING ISSUES #1-5. The ghosts of Vader's Castle are haunting everybody's dreams! These fun, but eerie and horror-packed, tales by writer Cavan Scott and artists Francesco Francavilla, Megan Levens, Robert Hack, and Chris Fenoglio take you through the creepy side of the Star Wars galaxy. Join siblings Lina and Milo Graf, and their droid CR-8R, for one last adventure to Vader's Castle! There's nightmares about zombie droids, vicious Wookiees bigger than mountains, a gilled monster that terrorises Dagobah - not to mention the spectre of the galaxy's most threatening villain, Darth Vader!

The first DSTLRY publication gets the hardcover treatment for its one year anniversary! August 2023 saw the revolution begin with The Devil's Cut - the world's introduction to DSTLRY, the new publisher redefining creator-owned comics.

In the aging process, the whiskey that evaporates is called the Angel's Share. But the most potent spirits are captured in the wood-the Devil's Cut.

Featuring a flight of high-proof work from our Founding Creators and friends including Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Tula Lotay, Mirka Andolfo, Becky Cloonan, Brian Azzarello, Marc Bernardin, Elsa Charretier, Lee Garbett, Joelle Jones, Stephanie Phillips, Ram V, Jamie McKelvie, Junko Mizuno, Francesco Francavilla, Ariela Kristantina, Eduardo Risso, Christian Ward, and more. Edited by the legendary Will Dennis.

Auch die Guardians of the Galaxy um Star-Lord, Drax, Groot und Rocket Raccoonstellen sich in diesem Band zum Mega-Crossover "Infinity" den Truppen des wahnsinnigen Titanen Thanos, der die Erde angreift!