Letizia Cadonici – illustratör

Three iconic chapters from the world of Something is Killing the Children are assembled for the very first time, charting the entire journey of Maxine Slaughter. From Chicago, to New Orleans, London, and beyond... Maxine's saga will take her around the world as we uncover what led her to abandon the White Mask... and embrace the Black. This special collection also includes in-world guidebook sections revealing hidden secrets from the world of monsters, and the ones who hunt them... Collects Book of Slaughter #1, Book of Butcher #1, and Book of Cutter #1.

In the summer of 1996, Sutton Reed had it all. A popular teenage girl with amazing friends, a loving family, and a bright future. But it all came crashing down over one mysterious weekend that saw her friends brutally murdered and left Sutton as the sole survivor of the legendary Riverton Massacre. Now, three decades later, the death and disappearance of two local teens strike the Riverton community again, forcing Sutton, now a divorced single mother, to face the truth she tried so desperately to hide. Because to catch one killer, she'll have to dig up the real monster she buried away all those years ago. Written by New York Times best-selling author Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Rogue Sun) and illustrated by acclaimed artist Letizia Cadonici (House of Slaughter, The Neighbors) comes a chilling, supernatural slasher for the next generation.

Inspired by the iconography of tarot, comics icon Jeff Lemire returns to his critically acclaimed meditation on small town life, family, community, grief, mortality, and the power of human connection.

In the second movement of the story, collected here for the very first time, Theresa is faced with critical decisions that determine her future with the love of her life, while confronting her own past and the mercurial relationships with family.

To find her future, Theresa must let go of her past... but will the past let go of her?

Collects Minor Arcana #6-10.

For the first time since the Department of Truth was founded, its highest official just revealed the whole, sordid history to a journalist—a journalist who happens to be agent Cole Turner’s husband.Can their relationship survive the cold, hard facts? And will it all be for nothing once Black Hat mounts their counter-offensive to the DoT’s riskiest gamble yet? ALSO IN THIS VOLUME: High school outcast Frank is addicted to finding the darkest corners of the internet. But now those dark corners are reaching through the screen with very long fingers and very sharp teeth… BEWARE THE HAT MAN. Multiple Eisner Award-winning writer JAMES TYNION IV (W0RLDTR33, The Nice House on the Lake) and Eisner Award-nominated artist MARTIN SIMMONDS (UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: DRACULA) test the limit of the written word, while fan-favorite artist LETIZIA CADONICI (House of Slaughter) joins for DoT’s pitch-black spin on CreepyPasta. Collects issues #28-33

An ambitious journalist embeds with Neo-Nazi extremists chasing a mythic white destiny, only to discover the gods awaiting them in the Norwegian wilderness are real—and merciless.Adela will do anything for the perfect story. Including going undercover with a group of Neo Nazi punks on their way to the frozen forests of Norway under the misbegotten belief that they can summon Odin and achieve their promised white destiny. But what none of them know is that there is something deep in the woods—something older and stranger than any of them can comprehend. And nothing can prepare them to come face to face with these gods. Multiple Eisner Award-winning creator James Tynion IV (Exquisite Corpses), no-holds-barred writer Marguerite Bennett (Witchblade), rising star artist Letizia Cadonici (House of Slaughter), and Eisner Award-winning colorist Jordie Bellaire (Redlands) conjure a horror story that leaves absolutely no taboo unbroken. Collects issues #1-4 (of 9).

New York Times–bestselling and award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire’s first solo longform project since Sweet Tooth, now remastered into a deluxe format!Theresa’s mother has fallen ill, and as a young bitter misanthrope, returning to her hometown to take care of her phony psychic of a mom is the last thing on Theresa’s bucket list. But when Theresa finds out these abilities might be real after all, it will be up to her to reconcile with her ailing mother, confront the failures of her past, and help the townsfolk she’d spent her life running from not so long ago…From New York Times–bestselling and award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire comes a profoundly intimate and supernatural meditation on family, grief, community, and the invisible threads that pull us home. Now for the first time ever, the full three arcs of this heartfelt journey are available in a complete, deluxe hardcover that underscores the series’ prestige storytelling.Collects Minor Arcana #1-15.

Over the course of his career, legendary mangaka Osamu Tezuka adapted many of Shakespeare's works. Shakespeare Manga Theater collects these adaptations into one volume. The book includes the following: The Merchant of Venice (1959), Robio and Robiette (from Astro Boy, 1965), Macbeth (from Vampire "The Three Fortunetellers", 1966), Hamlet (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), The Taming of the Shrew (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), and Othello (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1982). Shakespeare Manga Theater is sure to be popular not just with Tezuka fans, but also provide a fun and useful educational tool for schools interested in presenting Shakespeare in a format that is easier for readers to engage with.

Return to the twisted halls of the House of Slaughter with this vibrant compilation of three complete arcs from the bestselling horror comic book anthology. Dive deeper into the secret history of the Order of St. George! Follow Edwin, a Scarlet Mask scribe pulled into a deadly field mission; Bait, a mute White Mask operative navigating cruelty and monsters in a group home; and Nolan, a reclusive Azure Mask uncovering a conspiracy that could tear the House apart. Featuring stories from acclaimed writers James Tynion IV (The Nice House on the Lake) and Sam Johns (Punchline), and art by illustrators Werther Dell Edera (Something Is Killing the Children), and Letizia Cadonici (The Neighbors), this deluxe tome is essential for horror fans and collectors alike. Collects House of Slaughter #6 - 10, #16 - 20, and #26 - 30.

The pack-hunting White Masks take center stage in the thrilling “Alabaster” arc set in the bestselling, award-winning world of Something is Killing the Children!In the ruthless war against monsters, nothing is unthinkable or off-limits for the White Masks. A fan-favorite White Mask named Bait (a mute boy with amputated arms and a tendency to survive suicidal odds), is dispatched with a mission more malicious than imaginable in a group home for children. While Bait does his best to ignore the children’s cruelty toward him, he’s left with more questions than answers after monsters attack. What does a kind, mysterious girl named Nannette have to do with what’s going on? With Bait’s fellow White Masks Paris and Tybalt keeping the pressure on, and Scarlet Mask Gerde’s secret scheming in the shadows, writer Sam Johns (Punchline) and artist Letizia Cadonici (The Neighbors) take House of Slaughter to new emotional depths of terror. Collects House of Slaughter #16-20.

Uncover a story of the Scarlet Masks within the House of Slaughter as the secrets of the world of Something Is Killing The Children are laid bare!

For Fans of Something is Killing The Children! From the artist of the hit SIKTC spinoff series The House of Slaughter! "It is not difficult to be happy under a blue sky. But it takes a lot of courage to be strong even under a black sun." Over the years, a black sun has risen twice. A dark dawn whose rays have done terrible things to people's minds, driving them to all sorts of horror. Twelve years have passed since the last time and the world still fears the return of that inexplicable phenomenon. But fear is not the only legacy of those terrible days. All the women who got pregnant under the influence of the black sun have given birth to babies with some... peculiarities. White hair, ashy skin, abnormal proportions, and eyes as red as fire: the Children of the Black Sun. Brightvale is a small town like many others. Here, the Children of the Black Sun are treated with particular contempt, especially during the days leading up to the anniversary of the two disasters. The hatred of their fellow villagers, terrified of a possible return of that horror, will push these kids to unite and embark on a hallucinatory journey to discover themselves and their true nature. But is the black sun really about to return? Collecting the first volume of the hit series, along with cover gallery and bonus material.

Ele and Tonya are celebrating their fourth anniversary, but what was going to be a romantic night will end up turning into the end of their relationship. What has happened to them? Why has everything become so difficult? Where was the promise to always love each other? They don't know it yet, but the nightmare has only just begun: SOMETHING WANTS TO FEED ON THEIR FEELINGS, savoring the good, and leaving only the bad... and it won't stop until there's nothing left. Because he's still hungry... THE KING OF THE MOTHS is an intimate and intense comic with high doses of action and terror. An explosive mix that will keep you on the edge of your seat 'til the very end! __________________________________________________________________

Matsukaze and Kohibari's adventures continue as they find themselves among young centaurs who were orphaned by the war, including Matsukaze's own son, Gonta. Taking on leadership roles, the two centaur warriors try to live a peaceful life in this new community. But it doesn't take long before outsiders decide to invade, leading to an ultimate sacrifice and the destruction of the village. Years later, the sons of Matsukaze and Kohibari, Gonta and Tanikaze, take responsibility for their people and try to guide them in this tumultuous world. But rumors of a village where centaurs and humans co-exist peacefully draw them in and turn their worldviews upside-down.

Living as Jeremy at a school for young nobles was Gabrielle's only alternative to being punished for his accidental death. But now that she has spent time amongst the next generation of the rich and powerful, she feels that this life is a prison in its own way. Trapped between her fear of being found out and the feelings she develops for her fellow students, Gabrielle's look into the life of the wealthy continues to unveil a side of that world she never expected to uncover. Savage Garden is a shojo fantasy that carries an eerie and mysterious ambiance, with captivating characters and an art style that perfectly portrays the period setting. A dark, gender-bending tale with a romantic triangle that will keep you intrigued 'til the end. Collecting the third and fourth Korean volumes into English for the first time.

When traditional remedies meet a new frontier of science — can long kept family secrets help the world, or doom us all to cosmic oblivion? In a terrifying body horror reimagining of Madam CJ Walker’s life, Etta Knight must break a generational curse or succumb to the maw of madness!At the turn of the 20th century, a young Black woman named Etta Knight picks up the tradition of her late mother for creating special medicines using natural ingredients and secrets passed down from generation to generation. Her mother has passed on a book of recipes and formulas, but it’s also full of strange symbols and dark musings that she doesn’t quite understand.  Within her community, one of the problems she hopes to fix is counteracting the poisonous and abrasive solutions women of color are sold for straightening her hair.   So, when the Meridian Fellowship reaches out and offers her a spot at their institute in Savannah, GA, to use their facilities to do her research, Etta jumps at the chance. She packs up her mother’s book and heads to the school, but what she finds there is a secret society and a campus surrounded by natural wonders that may point the way to understanding the more mysterious parts of her mother’s work…if dark forces don’t claim her first.   Inspired by the life of Madame CJ Walker, this alternate history combines tradition with the supernatural for something truly modern and unique. This volume collects issues 1-6 of Roots of Madness.

New York Times–bestselling and award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire’s first solo longform project since Sweet Tooth, now remastered into a deluxe format!Theresa’s mother has fallen ill, and as a young bitter misanthrope, returning to her hometown to take care of her phony psychic of a mom is the last thing on Theresa’s bucket list. But when Theresa finds out these abilities might be real after all, it will be up to her to reconcile with her ailing mother, confront the failures of her past, and help the townsfolk she’d spent her life running from not so long ago…From New York Times–bestselling and award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire comes a profoundly intimate and supernatural meditation on family, grief, community, and the invisible threads that pull us home. Now for the first time ever, the full three arcs of this heartfelt journey are available in a complete, deluxe hardcover that underscores the series’ prestige storytelling.Collects Minor Arcana #1-15.

The history… and future of the Slaughterverse is laid bare by Something is Killing the Children and House of Slaughter creators James Tynion IV and Werther Dell'Edera in this lore-filled graphic novella no fan can afford to miss! From the sidelines to the spotlight, Book of Slaughter follows the White Mask Maxine Slaughter... but will her loyalties remain where they are, or will she show her true colors? In addition to being a precursor to upcoming chapters of the Slaughterverse, this story doubles as a sizable guidebook that delves into the deep lore of the Order of St. George!

THE MYSTERIES OF THE MASKS REVEALED From the world of Something is Killing the Children comes a new collection of stories exploring the many facets of the House of Slaughter Once the ancient blacksmiths of the Order of St. George, learn the secrets of the enigmatic Azure Masks and the iconic totems the hunters carry. Nolan, an Azure Mask, spends his days in the House's computer room-until the monster Hermes disrupts the halls. As Nolan investigates, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy threatening the House. With Bait and Edwin by his side, will he be able to confront the looming danger and stop Gerde's plans before it's too late? Collects House of Slaughter #26-30.

For fans of The Hobbit & Lord of The Rings looking to learn more about the genius behind their favorite epics. JRR Tolkien was not always the old Oxford professor pipe in the mouth, refining his extraordinary work. In 1915, at age 23, he leaves for the front with his high school friends, whom he loves like brothers. They take part in the Battle of the Somme, which ultimately kills 450,000 people. The horror of war will brand his relationships to friendship, love, and creation. This graphic novel explores the youth of the author of The Lord of the Rings and his traumatic experience of the battlefields of the First World War, which will forge the imagination of his literary work.

Award-winning Filipino comic book and now Netflix anime series! When the sun sets in the city of Manila, don't you dare make a wrong turn and end up in that dimly- lit side of the metro, where blood-sucking aswang run the most-wanted kidnapping rings, where gigantic kapre are the kingpins of crime, and magical engkantos slip through the cracks and steal your most precious possessions. When crime takes a turn for the weird, the police call Alexandra Trese. The Trese Volume 1-6 Box Set contains the first 6 volumes of the bestselling, critically acclaimed Filipino horror series, collected into an attractive box set compilation, and includes a folded bonus poster, featuring original box/poster designs by series artist Kajo Baldisimo. Each volume in the series features updated/remastered artwork, as well as extra material, including Alexandra's journal entries chronicling her creature encounters and more.

From TOT, the creator of the NETFLIX anime hit, comes this exciting new manga series! The adventures of the Brotherhood of the Tofu continue! In a story that directly follows season 2 of the Anime series. Jiva has captured Chibi and Grougal. And she'll only release them in exchange for the six Eliatrope Dofus. But how can they get them? Their only clue is Mount Zinit! To complete their quest, Yugo, Adamai, and their friends enter the Tower of the Justice Knights. A long and perilous journey awaits them, but luckily father and son Justice have a trick or two up their sleeves! But it won't be easy, because Jiva has a few surprises in store for our heroes...

The Armadillo Prophecy is Zerocalcare's debut OGN, and it's the story of how he coped with learning too late that a dear friend from his childhood had died, all while a giant armadillo represents his imaginary conscience. Dryly funny, witty, and inventive, it's a classic that has sold over 140,000 copies in Italy alone. Now in its 13th reprint, it is Zerocalcare's most popular title. Structured as a series of short stories that tie in to form a cohesive narrative, this is the seminal story that made Zerocalcare famous for his ability to write comedy with depth and elements of drama embedded in the plot. While it references Italian society, it's definitely a universal tale of loss, coping and coming of age. Season 1 of Zerocalcare's original animated series "Tear Along the Dotted Line" debuted WORLDWIDE on Netflix in November of 2021. Season Two, "This World Can't Tear Me Down," premiered April 2023. Both can be streamed now on Netflix!

The revelation of the mystery of her origins has allowed Elle to regain control of her life. But all is not well... On the surface, the high school student tries to resolve her contradictions. Inside, her multiple personalities attempt to unravel the mystery of the voice that speaks to them all. And in both cases, it would seem that Blue Elle has the answers, or at least the leads. Is it therefore time for reconciliation? Finally...it's "All for one"...but which one?! ABLAZE proudly presents: Elle(s), a vibrant, imaginative new series. Featuring brilliant, Pixar-esque art from Aveline Stokart, and an engaging story by Kid Toussaint that brings moments of real emotion, mystery, intrigue, and humor together during the epic highs and lows of high school.